The Persistence of Memory
Who is VIJZ?
VIJZ, located in the Netherlands, specializes in crafting handmade sneakers on request. Using existing soles as a base, we transform them into unique pieces of wearable art. To both private and businesses (B2B), we offer our bespoke service that reflect personal style, your story and / or brand identity.
We only offer our customization service to Businesses (B2B), within this service we will make a design on a existing sneaker by using your brand identity.
Our Story
Welcome to VIJZ, where we specialize in creating the finest handcrafted shoes. Our company was founded by Sam van IJzendoorn in 2013 as a hobby of cleaning and restoring sneakers. This came from a great passion for collecting and wearing sneakers.
“It’s not about a pair of shoes. Our goal is to create a wearable piece of art.”
Testimonials
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Roophy Roy
I just had to share my heartfelt appreciation for Tom and the incredible team at VIJZ. They absolutely nailed it with the Air Max 1 Orange Leopard sneakers they crafted for me. These shoes are beyond amazing—they're a genuine masterpiece.
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Travis Rice
We worked together with Vijz Bespokes on a range of activations from Frankfurt to Berlin and from London to NYC, customizing shoes for a variety of audiences. Each time, no matter the venue or group, Vijz were the centerpiece. Attracting sneakerheads and non-sneakerheads alike with their art.
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Irena Petrovic
I had a fantastic week at Vijz. I made incredibly beautiful sneakers. The guidance was extremely professional; Sam and his colleagues have a keen eye for detail, knowing exactly where to intervene if needed. They are also willing to assist if something isn't working out. The verbal explanations are clear and concise.
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Creating the Air Max 1 "Persistence of Memory" was a year-long journey of creativity, patience, and precision. Dive into the unique process behind the design, inspired by Salvador Dalí’s iconic artwork.