J.J. Gray’s line of artisanal shoes embodies timelessness, craftsmanship and old world values. “Our shoes define us, perhaps too much so,” says Jessica Perdomo, Founder & CEO. As is the case with so many of life’s greatest treasures Perdomo found her shoes by accident. On a trip to the south of Spain, she met a family who had been making custom shoes for three generations, having perfected a last that is treated on all J.J. Gray shoes. The family sources its supple calfskin from local tanneries that do not use harsh chemicals to treat their hides, and cannot be found in the States.
Since the launch of the company, J.J. Gray shoes have appeared in Vogue, Univision, Footwear News and other publications. Jess’s commitment to growing J.J. Gray is rivaled only by her passion for giving back; the company plans to donate sneakers to children in need. “Confidence comes from both the soul and the sole,” Perdomo says. “Everyone deserves to have a pair of shoes on their feet that feels good to wear and makes them feel good too.”
Chicago, Illinois
