LEDGE is the design universe of Dempsey Pauwels, founded in Belgium in 2021. Driven by a fascination for form, structure and leather craftsmanship, he set out to challenge the uniformity of traditional footwear.LEDGE was born from a simple idea: shoes should never disappear in the background. They should define presence.
Awarded internationally for its distinctive approach to design:
Global Footwear Awards
Winner — Men’s Fashion (2022)
Global Footwear Awards
Emerging Designer of the Year (2023)
Craft the Leather
2nd Place — International Leather Competition (2024)
Flanders DC
20 Designers to Watch (2024)
© Dempsey Pauwels.
