Dolce Vita
Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
CA$160.00CAD
In Stock
This is a pair of Dolce Vita Mikel Mary Jane ballet flats for women, crafted with a genuine leather upper featuring a glazed finish and a genuine leather lining. The shoes include an adjustable tongue buckle strap, a cushioned faux-leather footbed, and a smooth outer sole with an anti-slip rubber heel piece. Designed as low-profile flats with a slight heel, they are suitable for everyday wear.
- Color
- Plum
- Material
- Genuine leather upper, genuine leather lining, cushioned faux-leather footbed
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Burgundy
Size
677.588.5910
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
- Mikel flats run slightly small; order a half size up for best fit.
- 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
- Recycled foam footbed cushions impact but offers minimal arch support.
- Heel height
- Near-zero 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.
Product record
- Title
- Mikel Plum Leather Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
- Brand
- Dolce Vita
- Price
- 160 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How to style plum leather Mary Jane flats
- The Fashion Square editorial pairing of a plum sweatshirt dress with Mary Jane flats demonstrates a tonal, low‑effort outfit where the shoe continues the colour story rather than contrasting — a formula that translates to any plum knit dress or tunic when wearing the Mikel.
- Style editors position dark purple (plum, eggplant) as an evening‑and‑office shade with recommended pairings of black, gray, burgundy, and gold; this provides a ready‑made palette where a black dress with gold jewellery, a grey wool coat, or burgundy trousers all read as intentional with the Mikel.
- Rothy's style editors anchor Mary Jane flats for the office with tailored trousers, a sleek blouse, and a structured blazer — a template where the plum leather Mikel replaces a black or navy pump while maintaining professional polish and adding a subtle colour accent.
- For an autumn weekend look, Rothy's editors recommend Mary Jane flats with relaxed boyfriend jeans and a cozy turtleneck — a combination that lets the plum tone read as a deliberate colour pop against a neutral denim‑and‑knit base.
- The Mikel's gold metal buckle is a built‑in styling cue: it coordinates with gold jewellery, brass‑toned belt buckles, or a chain‑handle bag, so the shoe itself pulls together an outfit without extra accessories.
- Who What Wear editors assert that the Mary Jane silhouette 'really does elevate every look' — from a white button‑down and denim miniskirt to a tank top and pencil skirt — which means the Mikel in plum can transform a basic T‑shirt dress or slim trousers into a considered outfit without additional layers or accessories.
Mikel fit, sizing, and all-day comfort
- Dolce Vita explicitly advises that the Mikel runs true to size, allowing shoppers to stick with their typical US size without needing to size up or down — a helpful reference point for a slip-around-heel flat style where wrong sizing often leads to heel slippage or toe crunch.
- At just 0.2–0.3 inches, the heel is essentially a ground-contact flat that encourages a natural, barefoot-like stride and keeps the Achilles tendon in a relaxed, unstrained position — a distinct advantage over ballet flats with even a 0.5-inch rise for those who plan to walk miles in them.
- Beneath the water-based leather-alternative sock liner sits a layer of recyclable foam padding, which supplies a degree of shock absorption uncommon in flats at this price — the cushioning helps soften impact on concrete and hard floors, making the Mikel more forgiving for all-day wear than a typical unpadded ballet flat.
- The adjustable strap with a shining gold metal buckle crosses the instep and fastens like a traditional Mary Jane, letting the wearer cinch or loosen the fit across the midfoot — this is the mechanism that turns a generic ballet flat into a more secure, customizable shoe that can accommodate different foot volumes and reduce the heel-slip common in slip-on flats.
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.
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Q&A
5 answered- Do these flats run true to size? I've read some Dolce Vita shoes run small.
- We've found that Dolce Vita shoes often run slightly small, so we recommend ordering a half size up for the most comfortable fit.
- Are these flats suitable for wide feet? Is the toe box narrow or roomy?
- These flats have an adjustable buckle strap that can accommodate some extra width, but the toe box is moderate and may feel snug for very wide feet. If you're between sizes, sizing up could help.
- How should I clean and maintain the glazed leather upper to avoid damage?
- Gently wipe the glazed leather with a soft, damp cloth to remove dirt, then apply a leather conditioner made for patent or glazed leathers. Avoid abrasive cleaners or rubbing, as they can damage the finish.
- Is the glazed leather finish prone to scratching or peeling with regular wear?
- Glazed leather is a coated finish that can scratch or peel with rough wear, but with proper care—like avoiding hard impacts and storing in a dust bag—the finish holds up well for normal use.
- How supportive is the cushioned footbed for all-day standing or walking?
- The cushioned faux-leather footbed provides a bit of padding for comfort, but it's not designed for heavy-duty arch support. For all-day standing or long walks, you may want to add an orthotic insole.