Ahinsa vegan shoes (designed by physiotherapists)

Ahinsa Shoes are unique in that they are not just vegan, but designed by physiotherapists, to follow the natural shape of the foot. So instead of cramming your toes into shoes not made for feet, these are ideal for anyone who likes comfortable walking or has issues with their feet.

Instead of making your feet and calves uncomfortable after long walks, these shoes activate long muscle chains that pass through the whole body to strengthen your body, and even stimulate brain centres. Many people say they are so comfortable, they even forget if they have blisters or callouses.

Made in the EU, these shoes are verified as good for the feet by a local university, and sold in a wide range of styles and sizes, for men and women. With fast easy exchanges, they are super-comfortable with triple-cushioning.

Founder Lukáš used to treat people with walking problems. Then realised all the good work was undone, when they crammed their feet into bad shoes. He designed a pair of sandals for his three-year-old son, and now his idea is a thriving European brand.

Made with quality vegan materials in Slovakia and Croatia, you won’t find a more comfortable pair of shoes or sandals! Each pair is sewn by hand, and designed to last for years.

Made from quality comfortable vegan materials

The materials range from eco-friendly hemp to soft vegan nubuck to vegan fur (their Finnish customers say these keep them warm, when walking in snow). And the special membrane even wicks away moisture from the feet.

The latest range uses apple waste, a ‘fruit leather’ that combines vegan leathers with leftover fruits from the Italian apple industry. Other vegan leathers are made from eco-friendly materials like corn. Many of the hiking boots have a waterproof membrane, to be suitable for walking in all weathers, even rainy Lake Districts!

How to measure your feet

As European shoes are sold in different sizes, the website has a clear guide on how to choose the correct size, and measure your feet. All you need is a box, a measuring tape and a wall!

How to care for Ahinsa shoes

Ahinsa shoes are not compostable. But you can put used soles and shoes in textile banks. From there, the fabric gets shredded and turned into industrial products like carpet insulation.

Do not wash Ahinsa shoes, as this will undo all the good they do for your feet. Also don’t dry near radiators or other heating, in order to preserve their features and life.

You can clean their vegan leather shoes with a damp cloth. Clean their recycled coconut waste Malai shoes with coconut oil.