Kleman

In 1940, a French soldier named René Cléon was captured by the Germans and spent five years in a POW camp. A shoemaker by trade, René practised his craft while in captivity and dreamed of starting his own shoe manufacturing workshop. After the war, he opened his factory in Anjou and Kleman (short for Cléon Manufacture) has been making beautiful shoes ever since.

Kleman SS25 Collection

Kleman returns for Spring/Summer 2025 with a focused selection of utilitarian footwear rooted in French workwear heritage. This season features enduring silhouettes like the Padror and Dimori in black leather, alongside lightweight warm-weather options like the Cambuse V in beige suede. With men’s and women’s sizing available in key styles, the lineup balances rugged construction with understated style—ideal for everyday wear through spring and beyond.

Kleman Shoe Care

To clean Kleman leather shoes, wipe off dirt with slightly damp cloth and use leather polish/cream/wax to buff out scratches.