So I saw Nicholas Alexander Chavez totally killing it barefoot online, right? Figured I’d try those styles myself since my toes been begging for freedom. Grabbed my worn-out jeans and a basic tee—no fancy stuff needed. Here’s how it went down, step by step.
The First Try: Casual Street Vibe
Started simple like Nicholas in those paparazzi shots. Yanked on cropped jeans that stop above the ankle. Rolled the cuffs twice for that messy look. Paired it with a faded band tee I stole from my brother’s closet last summer. No socks, obviously—just scrubbed my feet with cold water ’cause one toenail looked sketchy. Walked to the corner store pretending I was chill. Felt weird at first, concrete biting my soles, but after five minutes? Pure bliss. Got two compliments on the “effortless” fit. Hell yeah.
Second Attempt: Dressed-Up Minimalist
Saw Nicholas rocking barefoot with semi-formal wear and went “nope, impossible.” But tried anyway. Dug out my loose linen trousers—the ones I bought for that beach wedding and never wore again. Buttoned up a crisp white shirt halfway, sleeves shoved to my elbows. No belt because who cares? Stood barefoot on my scratchy doormat practicing “confidence.” Almost tripped twice while walking the dog. Pigeons stared. My neighbor asked if I’d lost my shoes. Told her it was ✨aesthetic✨. Realized linen pants hide sweaty feet. Win.
Third Style: Athleisure Freedom
Decided to copy Nicholas’s gym-to-street look. Threw on black biker shorts—slightly see-through, but whatever—and an oversized hoodie. Skipped sneakers entirely. Jumped around my living room like a maniac testing grip. Carpet? Safe. Kitchen tiles? Slippery as hell when I spilled oat milk. Took it outside for a fake “errand run.” Grass felt amazing; gravel made me cuss under my breath. Almost ate pavement avoiding a rogue skateboarder. Conclusion: Only do this on soft surfaces unless you want bloody heels.
What Worked & What Absolutely Didn’t
- Pros: Feet felt alive, saved 20 minutes not pairing socks, and weirdly got more smiles from strangers.
- Cons: Stepped on gum (RIP left foot), got a “hygiene lecture” from my aunt via text, and now my soles are dirty gray.
Final take? Nicholas is onto something. Gonna keep doing the casual look but maybe carry flip-flops for sticky situations. Feet need thick skin—literally.
