Softstar Shoes Employee Directory
RetailOregon, United States11-50 Employees
Softstar Shoes is a retail footwear manufacturer based in Philomath, Oregon, designing and handcrafting minimal, barefoot-style footwear since 1985. The company focuses on shoes for adults, youths, and children, emphasizing natural foot movement, flexible zero-drop soles, and spacious toe boxes, with production conducted in its Oregon workshop using non-toxic leather and sustainable materials. Customers include individuals seeking comfort and a barefoot-like experience, and the business also offers customization through a wide range of colors and styles such as barefoot running shoes, flats, boots, moccasins, and sandals. Softstar positions itself in the specialty footwear segment, highlighting locally made, handcraftsmanship and a commitment to environmental responsibility, a track evidenced by repeated recognition as a green workplace in Oregon. In addition to direct sales via its online store, the company operates a showroom in Philomath and recently announced organizational developments, including acquisitions, reflecting ongoing expansion and diversification within its footprint in the footwear industry.