our shoe collections are masterfully— and ethically — handcrafted in small batches in Portugal with artisan textiles from around the world.
ETHICAL DESIGN
We world a little differently here at Le Mondeur. Our mission is to design shoes that look good and that you can feel good wearing. Each collection is ethically handcrafted by expert artists and artisans around the world for maximum comfort, style, and longevity, using only the highest quality materials
GLOBALLY HANDMADE
Country by country, we travel the world to bring you the finest local textiles made by artisans who are as unique as their work. Rich in color, texture, history, and culture, the exquisite textiles at the center of each collection reflect traditional craftsmanship, reimagined. We then transform these textiles into small, unique collections of handmade shoes through the work of master shoemakers at our family-run factory in Portugal.
PURPOSEFUL COLLABORATIONS
We’re not just a pretty shoe. Instead, we see our shoes as an opportunity to empower the artisans with whom we work and to further the causes in which we believe. From promoting artisan traditions imperiled by fast fashion to advancing environmental and social justice issues, each of our collaborations is driven by a purpose that goes beyond fashion.
PRE-ORDER
As an ethical, slow-fashion brand, we care about how our shoes are made and our overall impact on the world around us. That’s why we strive to make only what we need by keeping a low inventory and offering pre-orders for our shoes whenever possible. This means both a gentler impact on the planet and more unique and custom collections that are made to order, just for you.
founder
JESSICA SINGER
Jessica received a degree in International Relations from Brown University and a law degree from UCLA School of Law. While she now spends much of her time bringing to life new shoe collections, she also has a longstanding career as a human rights lawyer working to address issues of gender-based violence. A total language nerd and avid adventurer, Jessica speaks several languages and loves to travel with purpose, be it researching heritage textiles or finding a new surfing spot. She grew up wild in the mountains around Lake Tahoe and happily calls Paris home these days.
