Name: Donne Primal Zen
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 130.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (1092 reviews)

PRIMAL 2 VS. PRIMAL 3 OVERVIEW

Balanced Weight Distribution
The increased overall outsole width ensures that your body weight is spread out more evenly, reducing the pressure points on your feet. This even weight distribution enhances comfort during various activities. For those with lower arches and flat feet, you will find that this is a big improvement. But for those with high arches, you may feel very little, to no difference.
Enhanced Outsole
The Primal 3 is made with our Widest Fit Last, just like the Primal 2. The difference is that we developed a new outsole on the Primal 3 with a wider footprint for more ground contact underneath the foot.
Higher Sidewalls
When examining the Lems Primal 3 from a lateral view, you may notice a visual difference — the sidewalls now wrap up higher on the sides. This is a deliberate design choice aimed at improving both fit and lateral stability. The higher side walls provide a snugger fit around the contours of your feet, cradling them comfortably.
Zero-Drop Platform
Just like the Primal 2, the Primal 3 is built on a zero-drop platform which keeps your heel and toes level, mimicking your natural barefoot position on a flat surface.

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VEGAN MATERIALS

Comprised of microfiber and breathable air mesh, we made sure that all materials, down to the laces and glue, are 100% vegan.

ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT

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

ZERO-DROP

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

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.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 1,092 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 919 Total 4 star reviews: 122 Total 3 star reviews: 46 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 1

95%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say these barefoot shoes are incredibly comfortable right out of the box with a spacious wide toe box that accommodates bunions and allows toes to spread naturally. Many appreciate the lightweight, flexible design and zero-drop sole that provides good cushioning while maintaining ground feel. Common praise includes all-day comfort for standing, walking, and various activities from gym workouts to long hikes. Several mention sizing up half a size for the best fit. While most love the durability and style that doesn't look like typical barefoot shoes, some find them not wide enough or wish for more cushioning on hard surfaces.

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
8 hours ago
I liked these, but they were not truly wide.
I have standard wide feet. I liked everything about these shoes except, they were not wide enough. Especially across the bridge - the shoe dug into my arch which sadly, made them a "no" for me.
Otherwise, the toe box was good & wide, they were comfortable, and flexible and looked great.
Jenny M.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
8 hours ago
These are perfect!
I have tried most of the Lem styles and I love these! I just had to retire my primal pursuit sneakers. These are an upgrade! Lighter and love the flexibility! Perfect for the gym right away out of the box. I went up a half size due to other reviews and they fit perfectly!! I highly recommend these. (I’m normally 9 women's and got 9.5)
Lindsey A.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
So comfortable and supported
This is my second pair of Primal Zens. They are a great shoe and highly recommend them. I went up a half a size as suggested by Lems.
Tracy S.
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