BIRO 2.0 | BOOTS - ADULTS

You asked for it... BIRO boots are BACK, and better than ever!

The BIRO boots put other school shoes in detention! These A+ school kicks are the top of the class choice for happy, healthy feet. Light, flexible, and fun, they're everything chunky, heavy, and oppressive old school shoes aren't - finally giving little students the foot freedom they deserve.

What's NEW in version 2.0:

They are finally our NEW soles for even better grip and durability
Extended size range so more kids (and adults!) can enjoy the BIRO magic
Vegan leather materials - kind to animals, kind to the planet

Crafted from buttery soft black vegan leather uppers with elastic laces and our improved rubber soles, these effortless slip-on style shoes mean no need to tie laces - just pull tight or loosen as needed! Your students will feel comfortable all day while looking smart and put-together for any school occasion.

Like all PaperKrane shoes, BIRO 2.0 delivers our Four F's: FLAT zero-drop design for growing posture, FOOT SHAPED wide toe box for natural toe movement, FLEXIBLE sole that moves with their feet, and FEATHER LIGHT construction that won't slow them down.

Need sizes for little ones? Find JNR adult sizes HERE.

New to barefoot shoes? Our removable insoles are available to purchase separately! Available in sizes EU 35 to EU 46 they're perfect for easing into the barefoot experience!

Size & Fit

PaperKrane shoes fit differently than conventional footwear - our barefoot design means a wider toe box and more natural foot shape.

But we've found that most customers find PK shoes fit true to size.

Need Help? Check out our size guide for tips on measuring your feet!

Still unsure? Remember our 14-day easy exchanges - we want you to love your PKs!

Materials & Construction

Upper: Cotton canvas or recycled vegan leather alternative (varies by style - see product description)
Lining: Soft knit, terry cotton or synthetic vegan lining (varies by style - see product description)
Laces:
No PLAs, no forever chemicals
Construction: Precision stitched, designed in Australia and made in Vietnam
Printed materials and hand-dyed styles will have subtle variations between pairs - that's part of what makes yours uniquely yours.

Shipping & Returns

$13 Flat Rate AUS Wide Shipping & $18 to NZ

Orders ship within 2 business days
14-day easy exchanges
We ship worldwide (shipping calculated at checkout)

Love them or Swap them Guarantee: Not completely happy with your PKs? Simply return them unworn within 14 days for an easy exchange or store credit.

Shoe Care & Cleaning

WATERPROOF & PROTECT YOUR PKs -do this first, before you even wear them!

Apply a fabric or vegan-leather appropriate waterproof protector before first wear and reapply regularly, we recommend:

KIWI Sneaker Protector as a great all-purpose option
Collonil Organic Cream for vegan leather styles
Kiwi Protector Extreme is specially formulated for cotton, canvas, mesh and nylon styles

This one step makes a real difference to how long they look and last, don't skip it!

Clean

Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap for everyday marks
For a deeper clean, hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent and air dry completely

CAUTION: Avoid machine washing, dryers, and harsh chemicals.

Why Go Barefoot

Most shoes are built for looks. PKs are built for feet.

Conventional shoes squeeze, elevate, and restrict, quietly working against the natural mechanics your feet were designed for. Whether you're a growing kid or a full-grown human who's spent decades in the wrong shoes, the damage is the same. PKs get out of the way and let feet be feet.

Every PK is built on our Four F's:

Flat: Zero-drop sole keeps your whole body in natural alignment. No heel elevation, no knock-on effect for your knees, hips, or back.
Foot-shaped: Wide toe box lets toes spread, splay, and grip the way nature intended. No squishing, no overlap, no complaints.
Flexible: The sole bends with your foot so your muscles actually have to work. Stronger feet, better balance, less pain over time.
Feather-light: Less shoe means more feel. More feel means better movement, all day long.

New to barefoot? Start here →