Name: Women's Primal Zen
Brand: Lems Shoes
Price: 125.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (872 reviews)

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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 872 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 730 Total 4 star reviews: 101 Total 3 star reviews: 36 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 1

95%would recommend this product

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Most comfortable shoes!
While in NC, I bought a pair of Primal 3 shoes for my mother-in law. She repeatedly told everyone they were the most comfortable shoes she has ever had. Fast forward a month. I am in IL, and bought my 93year old mother a pair of Primal Zen. She has also said they are the most comfortable shoes, and they also seem to help with her balance, making it easier to walk. Once I get home, I will buy myself the Laguna’s. They look so cute, and I am sure comfortable.
One piece of advice I will give- when ordering, order a couple of pairs in a couple of sizes. My mother had a hard time getting her feet in the size she typically wears, however a half size up worked. The return policy is wonderful and very simple. My credit card received the refund before I even left the UPS Store. I highly recommend this company and their shoes!
Mary
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Size up!
I initially ordered a 7.5, which I wear in nearly every brand on earth. This ended up being too short. The exchange process was pretty painless, and the 8s fit fine. They’re cute and comfortable, and I get lots of compliments on them, but consider ordering a half size up,
Stefanie L.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
2 days ago
Simple, comfortable and cool shoes
I was looking for a minimalist shoe because I had already been using barefoot shoes but my old one was too tight for my bunion. I got the Primal Zen widest shoe with plenty of room for my toes. So far they feel very comfortable and don't make my bunion hurt, so it's a win!
Lucia Johnson S.
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