At Kalso Earth Shoes, we believe that caring for your feet is the first step to caring for your whole body. Our passion is creating footwear that helps you reconnect with the earth beneath your feet, improving posture, promoting better circulation, and energizing every step.
Our Roots
The original Kalso Earth Shoe was invented in Scandinavia in the 1950s by a husband and wife team of pioneering podiatrists, Anna and Karl Müller. Their design featured a patented negative heel that shifted weight to the front of the foot, mimicking the barefoot walking experience. This innovative heel realigned the body into its natural posture, engaging muscles and stimulating circulation.
The design took off in the 1970s as the negative heel became a symbol of the back-to-nature wellness movement. Kalso Earth Shoes developed a cult following among fans seeking a more mindful, grounded lifestyle. The original Earth brand spread around the world, helping ignite the comfort footwear revolution.
A Wellness Shoe Reborn
After decades of popularity, the original Earth brand shoes eventually faded from view. But the desire for their benefits did not. We founded Kalso Earth Shoes to bring back and re-imagine the philosophies of the original Earth shoe for the modern world.
Kalso Earth Shoes proudly carry on the tradition of foot-first wellness and grounding. Our shoes are thoughtfully designed for all-day wear, rediscovering the joys of walking as nature intended. The renowned negative heel has been refined into our patented Grounded Heel technology, engineered to realign posture and re-energize the body in motion.
Every element of our shoes supports total well-being, from our anatomical footbeds to our eco-conscious materials. When you slip on a pair of Kalso Earth Shoes, you step into decades of wellness wisdom.
Grounded Heel Technology
The Grounded Heel sets Kalso Earth Shoes apart. This evolution of the original negative heel gently shifts weight forward, promoting improved posture and a more natural gait.
Benefits include:
- Realigning the spine and pelvis into proper posture
- Activating leg muscles to strengthen your stride
- Reducing pressure on the back, knees, and joints
- Improving circulation and lymphatic flow
- Increasing energy and reducing fatigue
The height of the Grounded Heel varies between our styles, ranging from 3-9mm. This subtle but powerful change brings the modern foot back in touch with the earth. You’ll feel uplifted, realigned, and energized.
Powerpath Footbed
Every pair features our Powerpath footbed designed to support the unique anatomy of your feet. This contoured bed incorporates various zones that provide custom cushioning and pressure relief.
The Powerpath footbed includes:
- Cushioned heel pad for shock absorption
- Arch support for realignment
- Metatarsal contour to spread toes naturally
- Deep heel cup to stabilize and center the foot
- Moisture-wicking top cover to keep feet dry
The footbed shapes to your foot over time, creating the perfect custom fit. You’ll feel like you’re walking on a cloud!
Thoughtful Materials
We carefully select materials with both comfort and sustainability in mind. Our shoes feature combinations of premium leathers, recycled materials, natural fibers, and advanced technical fabrics.
Leather uppers allow feet to breathe while molding to your shape. Full grain leathers develop a beautiful patina over time. At Kalso Earth Shoes, we never use leather from endangered animals.
Recycled plastics keep waste out of landfills by giving it new life in our synthetic uppers and outsoles. This diverts pollution while reducing our use of virgin materials.
Natural fibers like organic cotton, hemp, and linen are woven into soft, breathable uppers. Their low environmental impact helps connect you to nature.
Technical fabrics employ advanced knitting and treatments to create ultra-light, seamless uppers that hug your feet in next-to-skin comfort.
We’re constantly innovating to improve comfort while reducing our environmental footprint.
Responsible Manufacturing
Kalso Earth Shoes are proudly produced in our third-party factories where workers are treated ethically and paid fair wages. We partner with manufacturers that meet strict standards and share our values.
Our shoes are hand-crafted using time-honored techniques like Goodyear welt construction. This results in durable, long-lasting footwear that ages gracefully. With proper care, our shoes can be repaired, resoled, and worn for years to come.
We’re committed to manufacturing as sustainably as possible to protect the planet we all share. This ranges from monitoring our carbon footprint to using recycled and renewable materials. Well-crafted shoes tread lighter on the earth.
Our Classic Styles
Kalso Earth Shoes offers men’s and women’s footwear designed for everyday wear. While our styles continue to evolve, here are a few of our brand’s classics:
Kalso Earth Originals
This line features our core silhouettes like the Rhythm and the Pulse that embody our philosophy. Their seamless knit uppers are knitted from recycled plastic bottles, while anatomical footbeds, Grounded Heels, and flexible soles let feet move naturally. The Originals Collection includes casual lace-ups, slip-ons, and strap styles for men and women.
Kalso Earth Heritage
Drawing inspiration from our archives, Heritage combines vintage details with modern wellness-focused engineering. Models like the Icon and Legend have a retro running shoe look, but are designed for all-day wear. Their combination of premium leathers and recycled materials pay homage to our roots while advancing foot-first comfort.
Kalso Earth Elements
This nature-inspired collection uses sustainable materials like organic cotton, linen, and hemp. Breathable uppers in textures like our Cloud knits promote healthy movement and circulation. Outsoles mimic the patterns of rivers and trails, connecting you to the element underfoot. Elements models have a laidback, bohemian vibe perfect for travel and outdoor adventures.
Kalso Earth Active
Active footwear energizes your workout with lightweight, flexible performance. Athletic-inspired models like the Apex training shoe provide the comfort and alignment benefits of our Grounded Heel in a rugged, resilient package. The Terrain trail runner includes our traction Oasis Outsole to grip mixed surfaces. While designed for fitness, Active shoes seamlessly transition to everyday wear.
The Kalso Earth Shoes Experience
We believe the healthiest shoes mirror the natural shape and movement of your feet. Our shoes are designed to make every step feel great while promoting total body wellness.
The Kalso Earth Shoes experience includes:
- Realigned posture that removes pressure from your back and knees
- Activated circulation to reduce fatigue and energize your entire body
- Strengthened muscles in your feet, legs, and core to improve mobility
- Reduced joint pain and foot discomfort even during long days
- A barefoot-like connection to the ground that just feels right
Slipping on a pair of Kalso Earth Shoes will transform how you walk and feel. You’ll become more grounded, uplifted, and restored with every step. We can’t wait for you to step into wellness in a pair designed just for you.
Wellness for the World
At Kalso Earth Shoes, we believe footwear should uplift both the wearer and the planet. Our hope is to inspire a movement rooted in respect: respect for human dignity, respect for traditional craft, and respect for the natural world.
Every purchase supports our commitment to ethical manufacturing and environmental sustainability. We partner with organizations that provide education, healthcare, and safe water in the communities touched by our production.
Walking this journey also connects us more deeply to our shared humanity and our precious Earth. We have so much still to learn. Each step grounds us in what matters most.
Thank you for letting Kalso Earth Shoes walk with you. Wherever your feet take you, we wish you peace, health, and joy.
We’re so glad you’re here. Let’s wander wisely together.