Espadrilles by Paul Joe, A shot of print perfection, For patterns as bold as you are, Lace-up design, Padded for comfort, Woven sole, It's a classic. Named after Parisian owner and designer Sophie Mechalys two sons, Paul Joe was founded in the 1990s. Fresh feminine styling and vintage-inspired ditsy prints have since followed across a Leftbank-ready collection of dresses, denim and cosmetics.