Tucked away in the lush Willamette Valley of Oregon, Softstar Shoes has been handcrafting barefoot-inspired footwear since 1985 – all designed and made in the USA. This year, as they celebrate 40 years of business, they are also marking another milestone: the acquisition of Sense of Motion (SOM) Footwear.
SOM has been handmaking outdoor minimalist footwear in Montrose, Colorado for over a decade. Led by its founder Olie Marchal and his close-knit team, SOM styles are known for their minimalist comfort and rugged durability that can take you from everyday endeavors to challenging terrain and high-intensity training.
After years of building a beloved brand, SOM founders Olie and Natalie have decided to embark on new adventures, focusing on their passions for endurance running and travel. As they pass the torch, the made-in-USA legacy of SOM will live on through Softstar.
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