Jeffrey Campbell divides internet with new ‘rage bait’ barefoot heel shoe

Just when we thought the internet had barely recovered from the outrage surrounding the dreaded Chanel “barefoot heel,” iconic shoe brand Jeffrey Campbell has gone and brought the rage-bait design back into the social media spotlight. You can now pay real money to walk around with your bare soles slapping the filthy pavement while technically still wearing heels. The bizarre trend first sparked widespread horror when luxury powerhouse Chanel debuted the design on the runway — a style best described as a heel cap, a heel post, and a few delicate straps wrapped around the ankle. Margaret Qualley wore the Chanel shoes to “The Dog Stars” world premiere at the Odeon Luxe, Leicester Square in London on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026. Steve Vas/Future Image/INSTARimages No sole. No footbed. Just your ba