Balenciagas new 450 Zero shoes are sparking debate online Are they bizarre fashion or barefoot health innovation Explore the controversy and benefits here!

According to Balenciaga, the Zero “distills footwear to its essence” by taking the barefoot shoe concept to the max. Secured only by a heel cup and a notch at the big toe, the 3D-molded shoe is composed entirely of EVA foam and is essentially a thin, wearable sole rather than a shoe.

A picture of Balenciaga's 'Zero' shoes went viral on social media after it was posted on Instagram by Adrian Marc Perrot Garin who works as a Sneakers Designer with the brand.

Balenciaga describes The Zero as footwear distilled to its essence, pushing the concept of barefoot shoes to the extreme. Made entirely from 3D-molded EVA foam, the design leaves most of the foot exposed,

Discover the buzz around Balenciaga's fall 2025 collection, featuring the Zero shoe, a minimalist design that sparked debate over sustainability and pricing.

Balenciaga's Fall 2025 collection introduces The Zero, a bizarre slip-on shoe made of EVA foam that leaves your foot exposed and feels like you are barefoot.