
Dolce Vita
Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
The Mikel plum leather Mary Jane ballet flats by Dolce Vita are low-heeled women's shoes featuring a genuine leather upper with a glazed finish and a genuine leather lining. They include an adjustable tongue buckle strap, a cushioned faux-leather footbed, and a smooth outer sole with an anti-slip rubber piece at the heel. Designed for everyday wear, these deep plum flats offer a secure fit and balanced comfort.
- Color
- Plum
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, genuine leather lining, cushioned faux-leather footbed
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Women's Mary Jane ballet flats in genuine leather with a glazed finish, adjustable buckle strap, and cushioned footbed.
Genuine leather upper, adjustable buckle strap, cushioned footbed, anti-slip rubber heel
- Color
- Plum · purple
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, genuine leather lining, cushioned faux-leather footbed
- Secondary
- leather, polyurethane
- Style
- casual, classic, minimal
- Occasion
- everyday, work, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Genuine leather upper with glazed finish
- Genuine leather lining
- Adjustable tongue buckle strap
- Cushioned faux-leather footbed
- Smooth outer sole with anti-slip rubber heel patch
- Mary Jane style with rounded toe
- Ballet flat silhouette
- Women's sizing
Product Insights
Dolce Vita's Mikel plum leather Mary Jane ballet flats offer a tonal, jewelry-like gold buckle that adjusts fit, a near-zero heel for a natural stride, and a recycled foam footbed that cushions but lacks arch support; they run small and may feel snug for wide feet, while the leather is susceptible to scratching and peeling.
Verified claims
- Style tips
- Style editors pair dark plum shoes with black, gray, burgundy, gold, or plum for tonal looks.
- Fit
- The adjustable gold buckle strap can accommodate some extra width, while the moderate toe box may feel snug for very wide feet.
- Sizing
- Dolce Vita advises the Mikel runs true to size; most shoppers can order their usual US size.
- Arch support
- Footbed is cushioned but offers minimal arch support; consider adding an orthotic.
- Buckle styling
- Gold metal buckle functions as a fit adjuster and a jewellery-like accent.
- Cushioning
- Recyclable foam footbed cushions impact but offers minimal arch support.
- Heel height
- Near-zero 0.2 to 0.3-inch heel promotes a natural, barefoot-like stride.
- Care
- Clean with a damp cloth then condition with patent-leather conditioner.
- Durability
- Susceptible to scratching/peeling; dust-bag storage and avoiding impacts preserve it.
- Outfit styling
- The plum Mikel works for the office with tailored trousers, a sleek blouse, and a structured blazer, and for weekends with relaxed boyfriend jeans and a cozy turtleneck.
Product record
- Title
- Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
- Brand
- Dolce Vita
- Price
- 160 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women: Choose this if you want a Mary Jane ballet flat with a genuine leather upper in a glossy plum/burgundy finish, an adjustable strap with a gold metal buckle, and a very low 0.3 inch heel. It runs true to size per the brand and has a cushioned faux-leather footbed with recycled foam padding, plus a leather-and-textile lining. Note the smooth outer sole (listed as other materials) only has a piece of anti-slip rubber at the heel, so grip elsewhere is limited.[1,2,3] | Reyes Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women: Choose this if you want a low-profile Mary Jane ballet flat with a genuine leather upper, an adjustable instep buckle strap, and a padded footbed, available in Black, Ivory/Cream Beige, and Brown across sizes 6 through 11. The smooth faux-leather outsole has a non-slip rubber insert at the heel, and one reviewer describes it as thin enough to keep a sleek profile while still being grippy indoors. Note that the brand's Reyes flats are described by one reviewer as running more narrow, and the shorter square toe front lets the tops of your toes peek out, which may matter if you prefer a roomier fit.[4,5,6] | Conraad Ruched Ballet Flats Women: Choose this if you want a low-profile ballet flat with a timeless silhouette and a trend-forward ruched elastic topline that gives a flexible fit. It has a genuine leather upper (genuine suede in the brown colorway), a cushioned synthetic-leather footbed, a rounded toe, and a back pull loop with a gold-tone accent for easy on, plus a smooth outer sole with anti-slip rubber at the heel. Note the heel is very low at about 0.3 inches, and the outer sole is made of recycled synthetic materials rather than a full rubber sole.[7,8,9,10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Left-side profile of a low-heeled Mary Jane style ballet flat with a single mid-foot strap and visible rounded gold-tone buckle; glossy leather upper and thin flat sole.
- View and orientationLateral side view of a single right-facing ballet flat showing the outer side profile from toe to heel.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.56 · w 0.92 · h 0.30 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth glossy leather upper with visible light reflections creating a high-shine finish.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.78 · h 0.24 (high) - Toe shapeSlightly elongated rounded-to-point toe rather than a fully rounded front.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.58 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel and sole profileVery low stacked heel with a thin, flat outsole; outsole edge visible as a narrow contrasting strip along the bottom.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.80 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.80 · w 0.66 · h 0.06 (high) - Mary Jane strapSingle mid-foot leather strap crossing the vamp and anchored to the outer side, stitched to the upper.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.57 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Buckle hardwareRounded double-loop gold-tone metal buckle with rectangular decorative plate beneath the loop, attached to the strap.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.58 · w 0.11 · h 0.12 (high) - Topline trimmingNarrow stitched topline trim around the collar opening visible along the shoe edge.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.80 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with even lighting on a neutral light gray background; shoe centered horizontally near the lower third of the frame with a soft shadow beneath.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background filling the frame with no visible props.
- ShadowSoft, narrow shadow directly under the shoe following the sole shape, indicating directional lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.84 · w 0.90 · h 0.06 (medium) - Image croppingShoe is fully visible and slightly inset from left and right edges with ample empty space above.
Colors
deep plum· leather upper#43231Cgold tone· strap buckle and metal platelight tan· outsole and heel edge- View and orientationLateral side view of a single right-facing ballet flat showing the outer side profile from toe to heel.
- 02

Product
Top-down view of a pair of glossy plum/burgundy Mary Jane style ballet flats with square toes, single buckle straps across the instep, visible tan insoles with beige brand labels, and gold-tone rectangular buckles with three eyelets.
- Overall silhouettePair of flat shoes shown from above, each with a low-profile sole, square toe box, and rounded topline opening; shoes positioned parallel with toes toward the top of the image.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.43 · h 0.94 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.03 · w 0.43 · h 0.94 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, glossy leather-like upper with subtle surface creasing and visible light reflections across the vamp and toe box.
- Color of upperDeep plum / dark burgundy color on the entire upper and strap.
- Toe shapeSquare-toe profile with gently rounded corners rather than a pointed or fully rounded toe.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.03 · w 0.27 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.03 · w 0.27 · h 0.26 (high) - Mary Jane strapSingle strap across the instep on each shoe made from the same glossy plum material as the upper, stitched to the vamp and threaded through a buckle on the outer side.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Buckle hardwareGold-tone rectangular buckles with rounded outer corners and visible central prong; each buckle is paired with three metal eyelets on the strap.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.84 · y 0.58 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Insole color and textureFlat tan-brown insoles with a smooth matte finish visible inside each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.32 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.32 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (high) - Brand label on insole - left“dolce vita”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.17 · h 0.14 (high) - Brand label on insole - right“dolce vita”
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.66 · w 0.17 · h 0.14 (high) - Stitching detailVisible topstitching around the opening and along the strap edges matching the upper color.
- Sole edgeThin exposed sole edge visible around the heel and toe perimeter in a slightly darker tone than the insole.
Other
Studio-style top-down product shot on a light grey background with soft shadows; shoes centered and evenly lit.
- Shot compositionTop-down view showing both shoes entirely within frame, centered with narrow space between them.
- Background and surfaceUniform light grey background with subtle drop shadows beneath each shoe indicating soft directional lighting from above.
- Reflections and highlightsGloss highlights visible on the leather uppers and buckles, consistent with studio lighting.
Colors
deep plum· upper and strap#422523gold· buckle hardware#ACACACtan brown· insole#7C6B53light beige· insole label background#D1C4B3- Overall silhouettePair of flat shoes shown from above, each with a low-profile sole, square toe box, and rounded topline opening; shoes positioned parallel with toes toward the top of the image.
- 03

Product
Pair of glossy plum-colored Mary Jane ballet flats shown from a rear three-quarter angle; visible features include a single strap with a gold buckle, low tan flat sole, stitched seams, and tan interior lining.
- Overall shapeTwo ballet-flat shoes shown from the rear three-quarter view with low, flat heels and rounded toes; the right shoe is in the foreground and the left shoe is partially behind it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.43 · w 0.66 · h 0.44 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, glossy leather-like upper with visible specular highlights and slight creasing near the heel panels.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Mary Jane strapSingle strap crossing the instep on each shoe; the strap on the foreground shoe is fastened and shows multiple adjustment holes.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high) - Buckle hardwarePolished gold-toned metal buckle on the foreground shoe with a curved buckle frame and a rectangular decorative plate on the strap end.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Sole profileThin, flat sole in a light tan color with a slight heel lip; sole appears to be a separate material from the upper.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.74 · w 0.56 · h 0.14 (high) - Heel stitching and seamVertical heel seam with visible topstitching running along the rear of each shoe and horizontal topstitching along the collar.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.20 · h 0.35 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Interior liningSmooth tan interior lining visible inside the openings of both shoes.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadows beneath the shoes; composition centers the shoes in the lower half of the frame and crops upper background.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and staging surface with soft diffuse shadow under the shoes indicating top-front lighting.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter angle framing that places the foreground shoe to the right and the second shoe slightly left and behind; ample negative space above the shoes.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.95 (medium) - Shadows and reflectionsSoft shadow beneath each shoe and subtle glossy reflections on the shoe uppers caused by the studio lighting.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail and no visible noise.
Colors
plum burgundy· upper#4A2623tan· interior lininglight tan· sole#ABABABpolished gold· buckle- Overall shapeTwo ballet-flat shoes shown from the rear three-quarter view with low, flat heels and rounded toes; the right shoe is in the foreground and the left shoe is partially behind it.
Variants
7 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4609747 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 6 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609748 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 7 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609749 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 7.5 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609750 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 8 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609751 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 8.5 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609752 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 9 | CA$160.00 | Yes |
| 4609753 | Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women - Burgundy - 10 | CA$160.00 | Yes |