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Lems Nine2Five V2 - Black

$160.00

Introducing the Lems Nine2Five V2 - a refined version of our original classic designed to elevate your workday comfort and style. We've taken the timeless design and enhanced it with premium materials and thoughtful updates, ensuring you look sharp and feel great from 9 to 5 and beyond.

This style now offers a clean toe Oxford design, ensuring a professional appearance that seamlessly transitions from work to weekend. Crafted from upgraded full-grain, polishable leather, the Nine2Five V2 boasts a rich, durable finish and pebbled texture that enhances its longevity and maintains a sleek, sophisticated look.

Retaining the same last as its predecessor, the V2 offers a familiar fit that suits a variety of foot shapes thanks to its minimalist design featuring a wide toe box and zero-drop platform. Additional new features include a cushioned collar and cork insole to help reduce foot fatigue throughout the day, as well as durable poly laces that will keep your feet snug and secure.

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Correct Toes

Works well with Correct Toes, but may not fit every foot without modifications.

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Zero-Drop

No heel elevation even in athletic shoes. (4-6mm heel elevation may be found in a transition shoe.)

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No Toe Spring

The toes lay flat and are not elevated above the ball of the foot.

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Wide

The widest part of the shoe should be at the ends of the toes, not the ball of the foot.

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Flexible

A flexible sole allows natural motion of the foot.

Why Choose Natural Footwear?

Discover how natural footwear can strengthen your feet, improve posture, and reduce pain - just like our bodies intended.

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Natural Footwear Guide

Why Choose Natural Footwear?

Our ancestors walked diverse terrains effortlessly because their feet functioned naturally. Your foot's complex structure of ligaments, muscles, tendons, and bones was designed to carry your body weight - but conventional shoes restrict this natural function.

What Makes Natural Footwear Different?

We avoid the term "barefoot shoes" (it's an oxymoron - you either wear shoes or you don't). Instead, we call them foot-shaped, zero-drop, or functional footwear. Here's what sets them apart:

Our Minimalist Grading Scale:

  • Thin Soles - Enhanced terrain sensitivity for natural walking
  • Zero Drop Design - Flat profile aligns with your foot's natural position
  • Foot-Shaped Toe Box - Roomy toe area allows natural toe splay
  • Natural Materials - Breathable, natural construction
  • Flexibility - Allows natural foot movement like our ancestors

Key Benefits

1. Stronger, More Flexible Feet
Traditional thick-soled shoes act like crutches, weakening foot muscles over time. Natural footwear rebuilds intrinsic foot strength, though transition should be gradual to avoid injury.

2. Better Balance & Posture
Every step feels more grounded and secure. Your body learns to stand tall and confident without depending on artificial support.

3. Reduced Injury Risk
Stronger feet distribute pressure evenly, reducing strain and preventing your body from overcompensating. This helps alleviate pain in your lower back, spine, knees, and hips.

4. Enhanced Toe Function
Remember how babies grip with their toes? That's natural toe vigor. Restrictive shoes diminish this strength, but natural footwear helps restore it.

5. Improved Arch Support
Your foot arch is engineering perfection. Excessive cushioning weakens arches over time. Natural footwear challenges your feet like exercise, strengthening arches for better shock absorption.

6. Pain-Free Movement
Conventional raised heels push your body forward, creating compensatory back arch and strain. Natural footwear's flat design promotes neutral spine alignment, reducing backaches and joint stiffness.

The Bottom Line

Just like routine health checkups, foot health matters. Why let problems worsen when there are solutions? Natural footwear helps make daily activities easier and less painful as you age, reconnecting you with the earth-grounded walking our bodies were designed for.

Transition gradually and consider toe spacers to help restore natural toe splay.

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Transitioning to Natural Footwear: A Complete Guide The Science Behind Foot Health and Posture Common Foot Problems and Natural Solutions
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How long for delivery?

We try our best to ship orders out the following day.

However, we are a small business with a small team, so please allow 1-3 business days for order processing.

Orders are shipped out daily, Monday - Friday (excluding holidays), in the order they are received; shipping times may vary based on destination.

Can I return shoes?

Yes, we accept returns on shoes!

Sometimes the size or color doesn't work out, and we understand that. So we accept returns only on shoes that have been purchased through www.correcttoes.com, returned with original packaging, and cannot be worn outside or show any signs of wear – such as scuffing, discoloration, smudges, etc.

Lems shoes are specifically designed with the natural shape of the foot in mind. 

By mirroring the foot’s natural shape, the entire body benefits in a multitude of ways, such as:

  • Improved posture
  • Reduced injuries
  • Increased foot strength
  • Quicker recovery times

Traditional shoes on the market feature a tapered toe box and high heel rise. This causes deformities in the feet, like bunions and hammer toes. It also weakens the muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the feet, which affects balance and efficiency, leading to more injuries.

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