About Us

About Us

Barefoot and Salty is a family-owned surf and skate brand from the Sunshine Coast, born from our love for the ocean, the bush, and, of course, being barefoot.

We exist to create good vibes, quality threads, and a salty lifestyle for everyday families, without the fast fashion fluff.

We’re the barefoot crew always by the water, always chasing the sun, and always craving adventure. We’re the ones skating down the street with sandy feet and wild kids in tow. If you ever spot us out and about, please come say hi! We might be a little shy and socially awkward, but we’ll always stop for good humans and good chats.

We never planned to start this brand and honestly, most people didn’t think we would either. But here we are, creating what we love, living life on our own terms, and pouring our hearts into every piece. This is more than a business, it’s our passion, and it’s become part of our lifestyle.

What Makes Us Different

• We handmake our balance boards right here at home

• We created the first inclusive roller board for groms as young as 1

• Every product is designed and packed by us from our tiny river shack

• We don’t follow trends, we design what feels right

• Our clothing is made to last, not end up in landfill after one season

• We’re all about affordable, ethical fashion for real families

Our designs are made for the thrill-seekers, the sun-chasers, and the salty souls. When you wear Barefoot and Salty, you’re wearing a piece of us. You’re supporting a real Aussie family, not a factory brand with a slick ad budget.

We aren’t here to live the luxury five star lifestyle (yuck, not for us). We do this to support our little girls, to live simply, and to spend more time outside together. And that’s the dream.

Meet the Fam

We’re a small crew from the Sunshine Coast who love everything to do with being outdoors. There isn’t a day off where we aren’t at the beach, skatepark, or just soaking up the sunshine somewhere. We absolutely do not have our sh*t together, but if you ever met us, you'd probably think we're the most chilled-out people around. We live for a no-drama, low-stuff, memory-making kind of life.

Ben is the rad dad and the hands behind every single one of our balance boards. Seriously, he makes them all himself. He’s also completely fishing mad, obsessed is an understatement. If you ever need fishing tips, he’s your guy. Ben is one of those annoying (but loveable) people who’s naturally good at everything. He’ll jump on any board, skate, surf, balance and just shred it.

Kiesh (that's me!) is the creative brain, the awkward introvert, and the mama behind the

magic. I make skating, surfing, running, and being a business mum my whole personality. I can be quiet in public (thanks anxiety) but I’m all heart. If you ever want a mum friend who won’t judge you, who’s a bit weird, and who celebrates all the messy parts of life, I’m your girl.

Spicey/Turbo chook (our oldest nicknames) is the heart of Barefoot and Salty. If you've followed us for a while, you already know her. She’s loud, wild, and full of personality. She’s only six but already skates and surfs better than most adults. Honestly, she’s the whole reason this brand exists. If something doesn’t suit her, we don’t release it.... she’s the vibe check for all our designs.

Nugget (our yougest nickname) is our newest little mermaid, and already showing signs of being just as cheeky and wild as her big sister (if not more, second borns are always hectic). She loves the beach, makes us laugh every day, and fits right into our salty chaos.

We’re just a normal, dorky little family who love the ocean, the outdoors, and creating a life that’s full of meaning, not stuff.

About Our Balance Boards

We use our handmade balance boards every day. They’ve improved our mobility, fitness, and surf skills, and they’re a total game-changer for our kids. We were the first to design a roller board that’s safe and inclusive, so little shredders can start balancing as early as one year old. We’re proud to make boards that are fun, safe, and accessible for all ages and abilities. Yes that means adultas can use our boards too, yewww!

Slow Fashion, Big Heart

We believe in slowing fashion down. That’s why our pieces are made to last, offered in generous sizing, and designed to be worn loose or snug, whatever your vibe. If we love a design, we keep it around for a year or longer. You don’t need trends when you’ve got your own style.

We price our clothing fairly, because we know what it’s like to miss out. We’d rather sell 10 tees for the same price as one big-brand item. It’s not about chasing profits, it’s about making quality affordable.

Ethically Made. Earth-Loving.

Every product is made by small, family-owned businesses in Australia, Indonesia, and China, never large, anonymous factories. We’ve spent years testing, researching, and partnering with people who care as much as we do. Everything is made with safe working conditions, fair wages, and high-quality, skin-friendly fabrics.

We care about our planet. That’s why we avoid unnecessary packaging, plastics, and waste.

 Everything we use has a purpose and can be reused or recycled.

Community-Tested, Wildling-Approved

All our pieces are tested with the help of local families to make sure our wild little ones are comfy, happy, and ready for adventure.

Let’s Be Mates

Follow us on socials to get to know our dorky fam, see what we’re working on, and join the salty ride. Tag us in your adventures, share your stories, and come be part of something real.

There’s only one way to be and that’s Barefoot & Salty.

With love,
Kiesh, Ben & our two mermaids
Barefoot & Salty x