Kleman is a family‑run French shoe brand rooted in more than 75 years of craftsmanship. Founded in 1945 by shoemaker René Cléon in La Romagne, the business began producing robust, high‑grade footwear for railway workers, firefighters, customs officers and other professionals. In 1988 the Kleman label (a contraction of Cléon Manufacture) was launched, shifting from industrial supply toward a timeless, unisex work‑wear aesthetic—still produced exclusively in its Anjou‑based workshop in France. Today Kleman stands for durability, authenticity and “Made in France” integrity: each pair crafted in‑house with premium leathers, anti‑slip soles and a raw, functional silhouette that resonates with urban and utilitarian style alike.