Lems Primal Zen Unisex Suede - Ocean

by Lems
£140.00
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Unisex Primal Zen Suede

This version of the Primal Zen features a soft suede upper with perforations throughout, making it an ultra comfortable, highly breathable option.

It took us nearly a decade of thoughtful design and prototyping to create the Primal Zen - the successor to the beloved Primal 2! The Primal Zen offers the same minimalist casual shoe that is vegan-friendly (THE SUEDE VERSION IS NOT VEGAN) and zero-drop, but with some added cushion and a more grounded base. Its newly designed outsole guarantees that ultra-light fit and feel you've come to love in the Primal 2, yet adds a bit more protection and durability with its platform that naturally wraps the shape of the foot. Its upper is built with a combination of breathable air mesh and microfiber, so your feet will truly feel at peace wherever your next journey takes you!

Learn More: Primal Zen vs. Primal 3: What's the Difference?

Use the "More Information" link above for all the specs

 

ALL HAIL THE ZEN MASTER

If you’re already a fan of the Primal 2, then consider the Primal Zen its heir apparent. We took the components you love in the Primal 2 - the wide toe box and the flexible IBR outsole - and built a shoe on a new platform that wraps around your foot like a glove. For a more comfortable feel, we also added 2mm of extra sole for added protection and durability. 

We didn’t call this shoe “Zen” for nothing. In shoes this comfortable, all of your worries will just slip away. This super minimalist, kicking-around-town shoe offers a wider outsole width than the Primal 2, and a touch more cushion while still keeping the weight off, at just 8.2 oz. The Primal Zen's slick construction also includes an attached tongue that won't fall out of position, and slightly stretchy laces to give you the perfect fit across the top of your foot. The cork footbed guarantees your feet will stay cool comfortable, with or without socks. With so much comfort designed into this shoe, you'll truly feel like you're wearing nothing at all!

Specs

  • Last: Lems Widest Natural-Shape™ Last
  • Upper: Suede - NOT VEGAN
  • Lining: 100% polyester
  • Outsole: 9.5mm LemsRubber™ (air-injection rubber IBR)
  • Insole: Ultra-thin 0.8mm cork top layer with 3.0mm PU under layer
  • Stack Height: 11.0mm (not including 3.0mm insole)
  • Drop: 0.0mm (Zero-Drop)
  • Weight: 8.2 oz (Men's 10)
  • Tongue: Gusseted
  • Vegan: No

       

      SOFT SUEDE UPPER

      Utilizing a full suede upper with perforations for breathability, this pair provides supreme comfort all day long.

       

      ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT

      Our proprietary IBR outsole is what makes Lems incredibly lightweight and flexible - giving your foot the sense of weightlessness.

      WIDE TOE BOX

      Unlike traditional footwear that squeeze the toes together, our foot-shaped toe box allows for maximum room giving the toes ultimate freedom to wiggle and spread.

       ZERO-DROP

      Places the forefoot and heel flat to the ground correcting posture, aligning your spine, and encouraging mid-foot strike.

       


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      Rachael
      Lems Primal Zen

      My Lems Primal Zen shoes are everything I hoped they would be! A great fit, super comfortable and a fabulous colour.
      They have a wide toe box with plenty of ‘wriggle room’ and just the right amount of cushioning, making them ideal for transitioning to fully barefoot shoes.
      Footworks service was spot on and I was able to get advice by phone about fit and sizing.

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      Nick Pearce
      Excellent shoe

      Very comfortable and sizing just as described. Well worth while getting all your measurements to hand before ordering and the sizing advice is pretty accurate..

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      Michael Sharp
      Go-to shoes for everyday

      Lems are my go-to shoes, originally for running (Primal 2) and latterly for walking (Primal Zen).

      They are extraordinarily comfortable, well-made, durable, no-fuss shoes that just work (for me).

      The Primal Zen's better for walking/everyday wear as they are more water-resistant. The Primal 2's are lighter, but if it rains your feet will likely get wet.

      Get some - your feet will thank you ❤️

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      Alistair Scott
      Better Experience All Round

      Not only do Footworks provide something you’ll not find anywhere else in the UK, they do it well. Polite and wise on and the topic, returns and exchanges to find the ideal fit all done with a digital smile. 🤗

      The shoes themselves: the Zen’s are perfect for someone new to more minimal footwear. Providing more of the cushioning we’re used to without sacrifice a natural spacious feel.