RAFI

Barefoot Sneakers for Kids — Eco-Vegan Family, Rafi

Barefoot sneakers for kids made from vegan leather, KOOPS' eco-vegan family. Rafi comes in a vegan suede finish, with that soft, suede-like texture; its sibling model, Auro, uses smooth vegan leather for a simpler finish. Both share a breathable vegan leather lining and a Sanitized-technology insole, which helps keep the inside of the shoe fresher and more hygienic through daily wear. The sole is made from recycled plastic bottles, without giving up the flexibility and zero drop that define barefoot footwear. The closure is velcro, designed so kids can put them on and take them off by themselves. Before buying, it's worth measuring your child's foot and checking the size guide, since the wide fit means sizing doesn't always match conventional shoes.

Vegan leather and recycled sole: the eco-vegan construction

The Rafi and Auro family shares the same materials philosophy: vegan leather on the outside, a breathable lining inside, and a sole made from recycled plastic bottles. None of this affects the barefoot construction: it keeps the same thin, flexible sole and wide last that let toes move freely, just like the rest of the KOOPS range.

Rafi vs. Auro: two finishes, same base

The difference between the two models is the outer finish: Rafi in vegan suede with a soft texture, Auro in smooth vegan leather. Inside, they share the same breathable lining, Sanitized-technology insole and recycled sole, so the choice comes down to style rather than function.

Choosing the right size in the Rafi line

KOOPS' wide fit leaves room for toes to move without pressure, so sizing doesn't always match conventional footwear. Before buying, measure your child's foot at home and check the size guide — the step that prevents most returns.