Vivobarefoot announced the launch of the Gobi II Sneaker, a pioneering step forward in regenerative design created in partnership with Natural Fiber Welding (NFW). Featuring the innovative NFW Pliant outsole, the new silhouette blends timeless sneaker aesthetics with a radically natural construction—bringing wearers closer to the ground and closer to nature.
The Gobi II Sneaker embodies Vivobarefoot’s mission to create fully biodegradable, circular footwear. Crafted from 98% natural materials, it marks significant progress towards the brand’s goal of producing 100% natural, regenerative barefoot wear.
Tread Lightly, Get Closer
At first glance, the Gobi II Sneaker may look like a classic everyday sneaker, but beneath the surface lies a fundamentally different approach to footwear. Designed to reconnect people with natural movement, the shoe delivers a barefoot fit and feel, allowing for maximum sensory feedback and freedom of motion. Central to this innovation is the NFW Pliant outsole, developed in collaboration with Natural Fiber Welding. Made from 100% natural rubber, the outsole offers durability, flexibility and performance—without reliance on synthetic plastics.
Designed for Circularity
In line with Vivobarefoot’s commitment to circular design, the Gobi II Sneaker is built with its end of life in mind. Once worn, customers are encouraged to return their shoes through the brand’s Revivo program, extending the product life cycle and reducing waste. The shoe’s material composition reflects this philosophy:
- Upper: Chrome-free leather from Buriram, Hyphalite and soft cow suede
- Lining: Chrome-free Ayutthaya leather
- Laces: Organic cotton
- Insole: One hundred percent cork
- Outsole: Natural rubber NFW Pliant
A Step Toward Regenerative Footwear
The launch signals a major milestone in the evolution of sustainable footwear—where performance, style and environmental responsibility are no longer trade-offs but essential, integrated elements. By combining material innovation with barefoot design principles, Vivobarefoot continues to challenge industry norms and redefine what modern footwear can be.
