Nude + Gaia

NUGAIA is a barefootwear brand established in 2025 Kyiv, Ukraine. It was born from a fusion of Nude as the definition of nature and the name of the Greek goddess Gaia — an ancestral personification of Earth.

With a core mission of creating elegant and sophisticated barefoot shoes for everyday life, the brand works with premium materials that offer both comfort and longevity. 

Focusing on bringing premium craftsmanship to redefining a footwear concept, NUGAIA offers an experience that brings you closer to nature-seeming movement with every step. 

Barefoot – Natural Freedom of Movement

Our feet are designed to move without restrictions. Barefoot shoes restore natural freedom to the foot, minimizing interference with the body’s biomechanics. A thin, flexible sole allows you to feel the ground beneath you, improving balance and coordination.
With no arch support or rigid structures, the foot functions as nature intended: muscles strengthen, posture improves, and joint stress is reduced. It’s not just footwear—it’s a way to reconnect with your body and the environment.
Barefoot is lightness, comfort, and a conscious choice for well-being.

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