Ganni
Architectural Heel Laced Pumps Women
These Ganni pumps are women's dress shoes featuring a pointed toe and architectural block heel with notched edges. The upper is made from Oleatex, a faux leather derived from olive oil production waste, and is detailed with thin waxed laces and metal eyelets. They have a cushioned insole, faux-leather outsole with non-slip rubber insert, and a 3-inch (8 cm) heel height.
- Material
- Olivatex faux-leather from olive oil bio-waste
- Gender
- female
- Style
- eclectic, trendy
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Architectural block-heel pumps with pointed silhouette and lace-up details, made from innovative Olivatex faux-leather.
Olivatex bio-based material, notched block heel, waxed laces, cushioned insole, non-slip rubber insert
- Material
- Olivatex faux-leather from olive oil bio-waste
- Style
- eclectic, trendy
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Olivatex faux-leather upper made from olive oil bio-waste
- Pointed toe silhouette
- Block heel with notched edges
- Silvery metal eyelets with fine waxed laces
- Cushioned faux-leather insole
- Non-slip rubber insert at heel
- Faux-leather outsole
- Heel height: 3 inches (8 cm)
- Lace-up closure
- Danish brand Ganni - Copenhagen street couture aesthetic
Product Insights
Ganni's Architectural Heel Laced Pumps, part of the Fabrics of the Future program, use Oleatex—a material made from olive waste without water or solvents, with a 6x lower carbon footprint than leather and designed for end-of-life recyclability. The notched 8cm block heel creates a sculptural statement, complemented by a glossy patent upper and waxed laces that resist fraying and moisture. The shoes emit an earthy olive aroma, are waterproof for light rain, and resist cracking with care. However, the pointed toe and 3-inch heel trade off all-day comfort, making them best for short outings; wide feet require a half size up, though the laces allow precise adjustment. At 820 CAD (undercutting Stella McCartney by over 70%), these pumps offer a sustainable, affordable alternative with retained design details.
Verified claims
- Environmental impact
- Made with zero water and no solvents, delivering a 6x lower carbon footprint than leather, and designed for end-of-life recyclability.
- Brand commitment
- Ganni's first footwear using Oleatex, part of the Fabrics of the Future program that phased out virgin leather in 2023.
- Carbon footprint
- Carbon footprint is 6× lower than traditional leather.
- Manufacturing
- Produced without water or solvents, using olive waste sourced within 100 km.
- Circularity
- Designed for end-of-life recyclability in a circular loop.
- Scent
- Emits an earthy, olive-based aroma instead of a chemical smell.
- Performance
- Surprisingly waterproof for light rain and resists cracking when cared for.
- Visual finish
- Glossy patent finish on the upper is matched by shiny waxed laces.
- Innovation program
- Part of Ganni's Fabrics of the Future program since 2019; Oleatex has 6x lower carbon footprint than leather.
- Architectural heel
- Notched 8 cm block heel creates a sculptural architectural statement.
- Lace protection
- Wax coating repels moisture and prevents fraying at metal eyelets.
- Sheen
- Glossy waxed finish matches the patent upper's sheen.
- Sizing
- Runs true to size; wide feet benefit from half size up.
- Lacing
- Laces allow precise adjustment and stay tied during movement.
- All-day comfort
- Best for short outings, not all-day standing.
- Fit
- Wider feet need half size up; laces create a custom fit.
- Durability
- Oleatex resists cracking with care; laces resist fraying.
- Cleaning
- Wipe with a damp soft cloth; avoid harsh chemicals.
- Protectant
- Apply a protectant spray designed for faux leather.
- Storage
- Store away from sunlight, heat, and moisture.
- Feel
- 50% bio-based content explicitly labeled, unlike competitor's undisclosed blend.
- Heel design
- Notched block heel differs from Stella McCartney's rounded kitten heel.
- Price value
- At $299.95, undercuts Stella McCartney by over 70% and is the most affordable Oleatex footwear.
- Design quality
- Design details retained at sale price: notched block heel, waxed laces, supple Oleatex upper.
- Comfort tradeoff
- 63% discount makes the pointed-toe/3 heel comfort trade-off acceptable for occasional use.
Product record
- Title
- Architectural Heel Laced Pumps Women
- Brand
- Ganni
- Price
- 820 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a single glossy black pump with a chunky rectangular block heel, front lacing through metal eyelets and a wrap-around ankle lace with metal aglets.
- Overall silhouetteProfile side view of one pump showing a low-to-mid height chunky block heel and a gently sloped vamp leading to a pointed-to-squared toe.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (high) - Upper material and finishGlossy, high-shine patent-like finish on the shoe upper with visible specular highlights along curves.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.40 (high) - Front lacingLacing across the vamp with metal eyelets arrayed in a single row along the top edge and laces threaded through them.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.46 · w 0.35 · h 0.20 (high) - Ankle wrap laceThin round black lace extends upward from the vamp, tied in a loose knot above the shoe and forming a wrap intended for the ankle; lace ends have metal aglets.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Metal hardwareCircular metal eyelets on the vamp and metallic tubular aglets on the lace ends, both showing reflective highlights.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.50 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.14 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Heel constructionRectangular block heel composed visually of two adjacent vertical pillars with a glossy finish matching the upper and a narrow flat base contacting the ground.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.36 (high) - Toe shape detailToe tapers to a pointed profile with a slightly squared tip and a visible seam running along the top edge toward the tip.
1 region
x 0.75 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Upper edge stitchingVisible single-line stitching along the topline of the shoe where the upper turns inward near the heel.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.50 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray seamless background with soft shadow beneath the shoe; single-item composition centered horizontally and cropped with space above.
- Background and surfaceSmooth, uniform light gray background and surface floor with a soft gray shadow beneath the shoe indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionSide profile shot centered horizontally with the toe pointing right and heel left; image framed to include full shoe and space above the ankle lace.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting producing clear specular highlights on glossy surfaces and soft shadow under the sole and heel.
Colors
gloss black· upper and heel#0E0E0Dmatte black· laces#232324silver metallic· eyelets and aglets- Overall silhouetteProfile side view of one pump showing a low-to-mid height chunky block heel and a gently sloped vamp leading to a pointed-to-squared toe.
- 02
Product
Rear-quarter view of a pair of shiny black pumps showing distinctive multi-column block heels, stitched rear seam, and glossy upper with a visible lace eyelet on the right shoe.
- Heel constructionProminent architectural block heel composed of three vertical rectangular columns fused together to form one heel assembly; columns have flat outer faces and squared bottoms with slight rubber heel caps visible.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.07 · y 0.61 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth high-gloss black material covering the shoe upper and heel outer faces, showing specular highlights and soft reflections.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.27 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Rear seam stitchingVertical stitched seam running down the center back of the left shoe heel counter visible as a straight stitch line.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.40 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Topline trimNarrow folded trim around the topline with a visible seam where the trim meets the upper, creating a defined edge at the shoe opening.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Lacing detail and eyeletBlack laces visible on the right shoe near the vamp with a single round metal eyelet on the side, partially visible.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Sole and midsole profileSlightly raised midsole profile visible at the rear with a smooth transition from upper to sole; sole edge is glossy and matches the upper finish.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.58 · w 0.52 · h 0.25 (medium)
Other
Studio product photograph with a light gray seamless background, soft diffuse lighting creating subtle shadows beneath the shoes, and image cropped to show the rear halves of both shoes.
- Shot compositionRear-quarter studio shot focused on the heels and back portion of the pair; left shoe positioned slightly behind the right shoe.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft shadows beneath the shoes and specular highlights on glossy surfaces indicating diffuse studio lighting.
- Image cropImage cropped to exclude toe fronts and most of the inner sides; focus area centers on heels and rear quarters.
Colors
gloss black· upper and heel outer faces#0E0E0C- Heel constructionProminent architectural block heel composed of three vertical rectangular columns fused together to form one heel assembly; columns have flat outer faces and squared bottoms with slight rubber heel caps visible.
- 03
Product
Pair of glossy black pointed-toe pumps with lace-up vamp threaded through metal eyelets and a multi-segmented cylindrical block heel; visible interior insoles and stitched toe seam.
- Overall shapePointed-toe pump silhouette with a low-cut vamp and a medium-height block heel composed of vertical segmented columns.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (high) - Upper material and finishHigh-gloss patent finish on the shoe upper producing bright highlights and reflections.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.68 · h 0.56 (high) - Vamp lacingBlack round laces threaded through metal eyelets across the vamp in a crisscross pattern and tied in a bow near the tongue area.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.34 (high) - Metal eyeletsCircular silver-toned metal eyelets set in a single row along each side of the vamp opening.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high) - Toe stitchingVisible center seam stitching running along the top center of the pointed toe.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel constructionChunky block heel formed by three vertical cylindrical segments joined together, with a glossy finish matching the upper.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (medium) - Insole detailBlack insole with a lightly embossed motif or logo visible on the right shoe in the heel area.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.22 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (medium) - Lace agletsMetal cylindrical aglets on the lace ends with a reflective silver finish.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.60 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a pale neutral background with soft, even lighting and subtle drop shadows; composition shows both shoes angled toward the viewer, right shoe foregrounded.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray backdrop and surface with no visible props or packaging.
- Shot compositionTwo shoes arranged diagonally; right shoe positioned slightly forward and centered-right, left shoe cropped at the left edge and positioned rear-left.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft diffuse lighting creating subtle reflections on the glossy surfaces and faint soft shadows beneath the shoes.
- Image qualitySharp focus on shoe surfaces and hardware with no visible noise or compression artifacts.
Colors
gloss black· upper and heel#0E0E0Cmatte black· laces#11120Epolished silver· eyelets and agletsdeep black· insole#0E0E0C- Overall shapePointed-toe pump silhouette with a low-cut vamp and a medium-height block heel composed of vertical segmented columns.