What Your Shoes Say About You

Here is a fun blog post for entertainment purposes only. Ever wonder what the type of shoes you wear (or don't) at a nudist resort says about you and your persona? Look no further! Here, I will go over a few common types of shoes I've seen people wear (in general, not just resorts). And I will include a fun stereotypical description of the type of personality people who wear those kinds of shoes have. DISCLAIMER: This blog is for entertainment purposes only and is not to be taken seriously. No scientific research went into this blog. Please do not stereotype other people in the real world based on the shoes they wear; this was meant as an individual comparison (like a horoscope or personality survey) to see where you and only you fall. Wear or do not wear whatever shoes you want that make you most comfortable and best fit the activities you are doing. 1. No Shoes / Barefoot When you hear the term "nude", you want the full experience. Even shoes are an obstacle to you fully enjoying the wonders of nudism. You want to absorb nature in its entirety: feeling the soft grass crunch, feeling the soft dirt supporting your every step, feeling the water in the pool or hot tub, or even the sand on that volleyball court. You don't feel nude unless you are 100% nude. You are quite outgoing and are likely a more seasoned nudist who can better handle being barefoot (because you've done it several times before). You're not ashamed nor shy about being a nudist. 2. Flip-flops You are similar to the barefoot crowd in that you want the full experience of nudism. But you err on the side of caution because the thought of stepping on a sticky weed, stepping on a sharp rock, or attracting germs on your feet is not too appealing to you (especially in the shower / bathroom). You are part of a common group of people as flip-flops are the most common type of shoe I see at resorts, beaches, and other retreat spots. You enjoy nudism and still feel "nude" despite having that small piece of material protecting your feet. It is a worthy sacrifice for the piece of mind. 3. Slips / Slippers You strongly prefer comfort for your feet. While the slips do not offer as much protection as other shoes, they are very comfortable to lounge around in and sometimes even act as portable mini foot massagers. You do not like the thong-like design of the flip flop and find it to irritate your toes. You are probably a very laid-back person who enjoys sensory comfort and relaxation. Unless you're wearing slips after a hard workout, you prefer to stay low-energy. Depending on the type of slip you are wearing, you might also be wearing them because your feet get cold easily. 4. Crocs Crocs are widely criticized for how "ugly" they look. But you don't care; they are some of the most comfortable shoes you have ever worn. They offer a good amount of foot protection and still allow some air through. You are a very non-judgmental person who does not care about not being in with the "in" crowd. You prefer comfort over style and find the croc to be highly versatile with many uses. 5. Sandals You're a little bit more heavy-duty than the flip-flop crowd. You still want to feel the air on your feet, but you want the protection afforded to your sole from a sturdy pair of sandals. You likely do a bit of casual hiking (but not too much / intense) and perhaps some sand / land sports. You're an individual who is generally more physically active than the barefoot and flip flop crowds. Therefore, you find flip flops to be too flimsy for your needs. But you also like being more with the "in" crowd and do not prefer the look of the crocs. 6. Trainers / Sneakers (A) There are two types of sneaker crowds. The first is the physically active / "sporty" crowd. If you fall in this group, you are generally more active than the other groups except the boot crowd. You engage in several nudist activities and want full protection of your feet, not just the bottom of it. You also go on longer walks and hikes than the sandal crowd, but still prefer the more casual trails opposed to the rugged ones. Some people in the sneaker crowd are also runners / joggers and want to do their running as they usually would, except nude, of course! You might spend more time on pavement / rocky terrain than the other shoe groups do, and therefore you find most other shoes allow rocks to get in (which is very unpleasant). What also differentiates you from the sneaker B crowd is that you are much less likely to wear your sneakers casually; you prefer to only use them for activities and will switch to a more casual shoe (or even go barefoot) otherwise. 7. Trainers / Sneakers (B) The second group of the sneaker crowd are the shy nudists. You are just getting into nudity and are a bit shy about showing all of your body. Perhaps wearing sneakers gives you a little bit of piece of mind since they cover up a part of your body. Perhaps you wear your favorite kind of sneakers to a nudist resort as flair to show off a little bit of your personality (since you do not have clothing to do that). Or, perhaps your feet are not accustomed yet to the outdoors, and therefore you need the protection of those sneakers. Whatever the case, welcome to nudism! And congratulations on taking that first big step into the community. 8. Boots Ahh, you are a true adventurer! You are the kind to hit those trails and hit them hard. You love the intense, rocky, hilly trails that get your heart pumping and offer you a challenge. You know how dangerous it can be to hike such adventurous trails without proper footwear. And you like the rugged protection the boot offers you. You are also frequently found using a walking / hiking stick to guide you up and down those tough hills. And you might also be dawning a hat and sunglasses. Protection is key to you despite it being a nudist resort / trail. However, unlike most other groups, a large majority of the boot crowd do not prefer to wear boots casually and only wear them when they are adventuring. Otherwise, they may stick to a more casual shoe, or even none at all.