JEMS by PENSOLE’s inaugural shoe is hand-crafted at the first Black-owned athletic footwear factory in the US. The design is a tribute to JEMS namesake, Jan Ernst Matzeliger, a Black Dutch immigrant who in 1883 patented a technology still used in footwear manufacturing today. Designed by JEMS founder, the legendary Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, fine detail on the premium leather sneaker pays homage to Jan’s life.
Leather & suede upper
Lace-up closure
Subtle screen-printed wording honoring Jan’s life
Round toe
Fabric lining
Cushioned footbed
Foam midsole
Synthetic sole
Imported
JEMS by PENSOLE’s inaugural shoe is hand-crafted at the first Black-owned athletic footwear factory in the US. The design is a tribute to JEMS namesake, Jan Ernst Matzeliger, a Black Dutch immigrant who in 1883 patented a technology still used in footwear manufacturing today. Designed by JEMS founder, the legendary Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, fine detail on the premium leather sneaker pays homage to Jan’s life.
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