Steve Madden
Palm Mesh Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
These Steve Madden Palm Mary Jane ballet flats are low-profile women's shoes with an open mesh upper and faux-leather trim. They feature a single elastic strap across the instep, a decorative bow at the toe, and a cushioned faux-leather footbed. The textured rubber outer sole provides traction, and the see-through mesh construction offers breathability for everyday wear.
- Material
- Mesh upper with faux-leather trim
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Steve Madden women's ballet flats with mesh upper, faux-leather trim, and elastic strap for easy wear.
Mesh upper, faux-leather trim, cushioned footbed, textured rubber sole
- Material
- Mesh upper with faux-leather trim
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Mesh upper
- Faux-leather trim
- Elastic strap at the top
- Cushioned faux-leather footbed
- Textured rubber outer sole
- Mary Jane silhouette
- Ballet flat style
- Slip-on design
Product Insights
Steve Madden's Palm Mesh Mary Jane Ballet Flats combine a rare full-mesh upper with faux-leather trim, offering breathability and a stretch fit via an elastic strap that accommodates varied instep heights without discomfort. Their textured rubber outsole provides better slip resistance on wet and polished surfaces than budget flats. Priced at $90 CAD, they occupy a middle ground between unbranded and premium direct-to-consumer options. However, the mesh requires spot-cleaning with mild soap and air-drying, a care tradeoff for warm-weather wear.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Elastic strap stretches to accommodate different instep heights without digging in.
- Warm weather comfort
- Combination of elastic strap and breathable mesh keeps feet comfortable in warm weather.
- Breathability
- Mesh upper is highly breathable for all-day warm-weather wear.
- Slip resistance
- Better slip resistance on wet and polished surfaces than budget flats.
- Design rarity
- Full-mesh upper with faux-leather trim is a rare construction in Mary Janes.
- Value
- The $90 CAD price sits between unbranded mesh flats ($30-50) and premium DTC flats ($150+).
- Mesh
- Full mesh upper is breathable, rare in Mary Janes, and easy to spot-clean.
- Traction
- Textured rubber outsole offers slip resistance that budget flats lack.
- Care
- Spot-clean mesh with damp cloth and mild soap, air dry away from heat.
Product record
- Title
- Palm Mesh Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women
- Brand
- Steve Madden
- Price
- 90 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to similar mesh Mary Janes
- At $90 CAD, the Palm Mesh bridges the gap between entry-level mesh flats from mass retailers like Joe Fresh ($30–50 CAD, typically unbranded and uncushioned) and premium, direct-to-consumer mesh flats from brands like Vivaia ($150+ CAD), offering a recognizable brand name and a cushioned footbed without the top-tier price.
- The textured rubber outsole provides superior slip resistance on polished or wet surfaces compared to the smooth, minimally grooved soles that dominate budget ballet flats (often found at $40–70 CAD), making it a more sure-footed choice for daily wear in variable conditions.
- A fully mesh upper with faux-leather trim is a rarity in the Mary Jane category — most brands opt for solid materials — giving the Palm Mesh the breathability of a summer slip-on while retaining the classic strap detail, appealing to those who want ventilation without resorting to sandals or purely sock-like flats.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a left-facing low-profile ballet flat with a white open mesh upper, a single elastic Mary Jane strap across the instep, a small decorative bow at the toe, and a thin brown flat outsole.
- Overall silhouetteLow-profile ballet flat shown in side view, toe is rounded and the heel is low and flat; shoe faces right in the image.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.45 · w 0.94 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper materialOpen honeycomb-style mesh forming the entire visible upper, showing a repeated hexagonal pattern and slight see-through effect to the insole beneath.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.88 · h 0.28 (high) - Mary Jane strapSingle elastic strap crossing the instep, finished in a smooth white fabric with slight texture, attached on the inner and outer sides and sitting above the mesh upper.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.39 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Toe bowSmall thin bow made of narrow cord located at the front top of the toe box, tied in a simple looped knot and matching the white color of the upper.
1 region
x 0.77 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Trim and toplineNarrow smooth trim runs along the topline of the shoe from heel to toe, appearing as a solid white edging over the mesh.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.86 · h 0.10 (high) - Insole visiblePale beige or light tan insole visible through the mesh in the toe and midfoot area.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.52 · w 0.35 · h 0.15 (high) - OutsoleThin flat outsole in a medium brown shade with a slight heel block at the rear; outsole is uniform and extends slightly beyond the upper at the toe and heel.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.79 · w 0.94 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.74 · w 0.17 · h 0.06 (high) - Visible stitchingDecorative or structural stitching visible where the mesh meets the trim along the topline and around the toe perimeter.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background, even soft lighting, and a small soft shadow under the shoe. Image shows the shoe centered horizontally and cropped with ample top space.
- Background and stagingUniform light gray background filling the frame with no additional props.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shoe indicating even studio lighting from above; no harsh highlights.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.82 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (medium) - Shot compositionShoe is presented in clean side profile, centered horizontally and occupying lower half of the image with generous top margin.
Colors
white· mesh upper#F2F1F2bright white· topline trim and strap#EDEDEDpale beige· insole#EBD5C2medium brown· outsole- Overall silhouetteLow-profile ballet flat shown in side view, toe is rounded and the heel is low and flat; shoe faces right in the image.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a pair of white mesh Mary Jane ballet flats showing mesh upper, vertical heel strip, thin instep strap, and low tan outsole.
- Overall silhouettePair of low-profile ballet flats shown from the rear three-quarter angle; both heels and outer sides visible with toe areas pointing away from camera.
- Mesh upperUpper composed of an open hexagonal/looped mesh material that is visibly breathable and covers the full visible side and heel areas of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.35 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.50 · w 0.45 · h 0.36 (high) - Vertical heel stripVertical solid strip of smooth white material centered on each heel with visible top-to-bottom stitching where it joins the mesh.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.55 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Top opening trimNarrow smooth white trim runs around the shoe opening and along the topline above the mesh, with visible stitching.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.34 · w 0.65 · h 0.12 (medium) - Instep strapThin white strap crossing the instep on each shoe; strap is smooth and slightly glossy compared with the mesh.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.31 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (high) - Decorative bowSmall white bow visible at the front area of the left shoe, seen partially from this rear angle.Partial
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.38 · w 0.14 · h 0.08 (medium) - Outsole and heelFlat tan rubber outsole with a slightly darker thin heel edge; outsole is low profile and visible along the bottom edge of both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.78 · w 0.42 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-style shot with neutral light gray background, soft shadow under shoes, even diffuse lighting, and slight depth blur toward rear.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background occupying the full image, with no visible props or packaging.
- Shadows and lightingSoft diffuse lighting with subtle shadows directly beneath and slightly behind the shoes, minimal specular highlights on smooth trims.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter framing that centers the heels near the lower half of the image and leaves large empty space above the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
white· mesh upper#F2F2F2white· heel strip and trimtan· outsole- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of white mesh Mary Jane ballet flats showing both uppers, elastic instep straps, tied decorative bows at toes, and tan insoles with visible branded labels.
- Overall orientationPair of ballet flats shown from a direct top-down view with toes at the top of the image and heels at the bottom.
- Upper materialWhite open mesh upper with repeating oval/diamond perforations revealing a light background beneath.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.68 (high) - Toe bowSmall decorative tied cord bow centered near the toe on each shoe; bow is made from a thin white cord with small knotted center.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Instep strapSingle wide elastic instep strap in white crossing the opening of each shoe approximately mid-foot.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Insole color and stitchingTan/nude colored smooth insole with visible perimeter stitching along the inner edge of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.26 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high) - Heel rim and outsole visibleLow-profile rounded heel rim and thin outsole visible at the bottom edge of each shoe opening.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.54 · y 0.72 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (medium) - Pair spacing and symmetryBoth shoes positioned parallel with a small central gap between them, showing a symmetrical arrangement.
- Insole label left shoe“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Insole label right shoe“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio flat-lay photo on a light neutral background with even lighting and soft shadows; image cropped to include both shoes fully.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray neutral background filling the frame.
- Shot compositionTop-down flat lay framing both shoes centered vertically and horizontally with small shadows beneath each shoe.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with faint soft shadows primarily below and slightly to the right of each shoe.
Colors
white· mesh upperwhite· elastic instep straptan· insole#E5C2A3black· insole label text
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- How does the elastic strap accommodate different instep heights?
- The elastic strap at the top stretches to conform to different instep heights, providing a secure yet flexible fit.
- Is the mesh breathable enough for all-day wear in warm weather?
- Yes, the mesh upper is highly breathable, making it well-suited for all-day wear in warm weather. Mesh allows air circulation to keep feet cool.
- Can the mesh upper be easily cleaned if it gets dirty?
- The mesh upper can be easily cleaned by spot cleaning with a damp cloth and mild soap. Let them air dry away from direct heat.