Maybe the changing leaves, first dusting of snow, or all those pumpkin spice lattes gave it away. Believe it or not, fall has arrived! And before you start enjoying your favorite fall activity, know that there’s a Lems shoe for that. From backcountry hiking to kicking it around town or participating in seasonal celebrations, we have the minimalist shoes you need for an awesome autumn—wherever your adventures take you. 

The Best Waterproof Boots for Fall Hikes: Boulder Summit 

The cool, crisp fall air is perfect for hiking. Whether you’re strolling down a treelined lane, traversing a mountain peak, or trudging through a muddy creek bottom, you need minimalist shoes that can keep you going through it all. Thankfully, our Boulder Summit Waterproof boot (in men’s and women’s styles) is ready for all your fall explorations. 

The Boulder Summit comes equipped with the wide toe box and zero-drop fit you know and love in minimalist shoes. Yet its 4mm-lug outsole provides superior grip and flexibility to tackle mud, rock, dirt, and other terrain. And with a 100% waterproof upper, your feet stay dry and warm in any fall weather.

The Best Healthy Footwear for Tailgating: Chillum

When the big game’s on, it’s time to relax. With your lawn chair, grill, a cold beverage in hand, and a few good friends, your game day tailgate may very well be paradise. And there’s no better shoe to cheer on your favorite team in than our Lems Chillum (available in men’s and women’s styles).

Casual, ultra lightweight, and up for anything, the zero-drop Chillum is the everyday lace-up shoe you need from kickoff to the final score. Built with a stylish canvas or suede upper and cork footbed, the Chillum keeps your feet cool and comfortable throughout the game. No matter if your team wins or loses, you’ll always come out on top with these natural shape shoes.

The Best Minimalist Shoes for Fall Festivals: Chelsea Barefoot

Pumpkin patches, farmers markets, chili cook-offs, oh my! When autumn arrives, you need minimalist shoes as versatile as all those fall festivals filling up your calendar. With the Chelsea Barefoot boot (in men’s and women’s styles), you’ll have zero-drop shoes to keep your feet warm and cozy during the season’s celebrations.

Ultra wide, super lightweight, and easy to pull on, the Chelsea barefoot is your perfect companion for apple picking, trick-or-treating, and everything in between. These boots even provide an elevated look when you need to dress to impress for the boss’s fall party, too.

The Best Trail Shoes for Corn Mazes: Trail Blazer

If you think you might wander into a corn maze this fall, why not get the minimalist trail shoes equipped for every twist and turn? Our Lems Trail Blazer (available in men’s and women’s styles) embodies comfort and performance on all kinds of rugged terrain—including the corn field. 

With a wide toe box that offers a roomy, yet secure fit, the Trail Blazer provides the flexibility and support you need to forge your own path. And with the superior traction of a full rubber outsole, these zero-drop shoes will give you the confidence you need to finally finish that corn maze in record time. 

The Best Natural Shape Shoes for Leaf Peeping: Primal Zen

Maybe you’re driving from point to point. Maybe you’re exploring on foot. All you know is that you’re in search of the best fall foliage out there. Classic fall scenes deserve to be accompanied by classic minimalist shoes, and it doesn’t get more classic than our super minimalist Primal Zen shoes (in men’s and women’s styles). 

During your quest for peak fall colors, the 100% vegan Primal Zen keeps you cool, grounded, and comfortable all day long. With its ultra lightweight IBR outsole, low stack height, and wide toe box, these natural shape shoes will feel like you’re almost not wearing shoes at all.

The Best Natural Running Shoes for Turkey Trots: ZENSPEED 

Whether you’re preemptively exercising for Thanksgiving Dinner later or trying to shake off all that tryptophan afterwards, you need a running shoe that promotes healthy foot movement. When it’s time for your annual turkey trot, choose our ZENSPEED natural running shoes. 

Available in the ZENSPEED+ and ZENSPEED Lite models, our first-ever minimalist running shoes provide a stable, natural running platform without the extra bulk of traditional running shoes. With a softer foot strike and long-lasting durability, the ZENSPEED can help you go the distance this fall. Go ahead, reward yourself with a little extra pumpkin pie later. 

Put Your Feet First This Fall With Lems Shoes

No matter what you’re doing this fall, we invite you to put your feet first. In other words, it’s the perfect time to wear shoes designed to help your feet do what they were meant to do—move freely. At Lems, our minimalist shoes are shaped by nature, not by trends. If you’re ready to move your feet as nature intended, shop our online store now or find a retailer near you.