They might not appeal to everyone, but social media users are desperate to get their hands on a pair, with some claiming ‘they’re the comfiest show I’ve ever owned’. Others have said they can’t find ...

Their cold-weather boots—FiveFingers Cervinia—now reach half up your leg. I can’t wait for them to create a full-body Dune stillsuit. The boots are $160, which is not bad for boots.

But first impressions of the Five Finger shoes can be off-putting: they do look strange until you get used to them. Remember that fashion flop, the shoes with a separate toe?