# Ergonomic Wooden Shoes The 'Pebiott Artisanal' is a Wooden Shoe That Offers Ergonomic Comfort By Ell Smith | Published 2017-11-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-shoe References: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/pebiott-wooden-shoes-primitive-foot-comfort-11-05-2017/) & [pebiott](http://pebiott.com/) Many consumers are willing to put their feet through a lot of pain in order to express their [personal aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1774-line), so one footwear brand is designing a [wooden shoe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-clog) that aims to offer the wearer a structured and more natural fit. The shoes named 'Pebiott Artisanal' were designed to complement the foot's natural state, boasting a design that's inspired by traditional forms of footwear worn by our ancestors. Although a shoe may seem uncomfortable upon first glance, the shoe's wooden soles provide optimal long-term comfort that reinforces the muscles when taking a step. The shoes are complete with an open upper that's made from all-natural materials so one's foot can comfortably breathe, with the added benefit of the exposure to the elements, making one's skin stronger over time. Photo Credits: [designboom](https://www.designboom.com/design/pebiott-wooden-shoes-primitive-foot-comfort-11-05-2017/), [pebiott](http://pebiott.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ergonomic Footwear:** Designing footwear that offers a more natural and comfortable fit. - **Traditional-inspired Design:** Incorporating elements of traditional footwear designs to create unique and stylish shoes. - **Natural Material Construction:** Using all-natural materials in the construction of footwear for breathability and strength. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Opportunities exist for manufacturers to create and market ergonomic shoes that prioritize comfort and natural fit. - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can incorporate elements of traditional-inspired designs into their collections to create unique and stylish products. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Construction and material companies can produce all-natural and sustainable materials for use in footwear manufacturing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anatomical Shoe Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birchbury-bramford.md) - [Mossy Stone-Mirrored Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravest-studio.md) - [Comfort-Focused Lightweight Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ergonomic-shoe.md) - [Ergonomic Scan-to-Print Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobarefoot-vivobiome-tabi-gen-01-sandal.md) - [Luxurious Ergonomic Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1774-line.md) - [Scan-to-Print Custom Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome.md) - [Flexible Grounding Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terra-grounding-shoes.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-x-dr-scholls.md) - [Adaptable Italian Loafer Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astorflex-dockflex-loafers.md)