For those who were interested in the
Barefoot running topic, here are some links related to minimalist footwear.
Briefly, minimalist footwear are made to give the most freedom to the feet with the least protection.
For this puropose they generaly features a thin sole (a few millimeters), flexible in all directions, no arch support and no difference in height between the heel and the front foot.
Upper is generaly made to let enought place for the toes and enough aeration for the foot.
Here is a list of minimalist footwear maker's Websites:
Vibram Fivefingers
Terra Plana Vivobarefoot
Feelmax
Soft Star
Kigo
Stem