Vagabond Shoemakers
Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women
Vagabond Shoemakers' Piper black leather block-heel sandal for women features an open-toe silhouette with a single wide front strap and a low cylindrical block heel. The upper is crafted from LWG-certified leather with faux-leather details, and the sandal includes an adjustable ankle strap with tongue clasp, a cushioned leather insole, and a thunit synthetic rubber outer sole for durability and easy maintenance. Model number 5921-001; user discussions note that Vagabond footwear is valued for its comfort and lasting quality, making this a suitable everyday wear option.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Leather upper, faux-leather details, thunit outer sole
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Women's block-heel sandal made from LWG-certified leather with adjustable ankle strap and cushioned insole.
Adjustable ankle strap, cushioned leather insole, durable thunit outer sole.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Leather upper, faux-leather details, thunit outer sole
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- LWG-certified leather upper
- faux-leather details
- adjustable ankle strap with tongue clasp
- cushioned leather insole
- thunit outer sole (durable, easy-care synthetic rubber)
- block heel
Product Insights
The Vagabond Piper block-heel sandal offers a rare combination of LWG-certified cow leather upper and chrome-free goat lining at $190, backed by third-party audits and tannery transparency, with an abrasion-proof Thunit outsole providing reliable traction on wet surfaces and a 45mm block heel and square toe ensuring stability; the tongue clasp eliminates buckle bulk but requires a short break-in to stay secure all day, while the cushioned insole and chrome-free lining deliver immediate comfort and hypoallergenic safety, though half sizes are unavailable.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Abrasion-proof Thunit outsole extends the sandal's lifespan, as confirmed by buyer reports.
- Traction
- Thunit outsole provides reliable traction on polished and wet surfaces for all-day wear.
- Allergen safety
- Chrome-free goat lining prevents allergies by eliminating hexavalent chromium
- Value
- Rare combination of LWG-certified upper and chrome-free lining at $190
- Certification scope
- LWG-certified leather meets a third-party audit covering 17 environmental and social areas.
- Industry credibility
- The LWG standard was founded by brands including Nike and adidas; Vagabond publicly lists the tanneries it uses and their LWG ratings.
- Strap security
- The tongue clasp holds securely throughout the day.
- Stability
- 45mm block heel, square toe, and Thunit outsole create a stable walking platform.
- Brand and quality
- Vagabond's in-house testing and user reviews attest to long-lasting comfort.
- Sizing
- Runs true to size in EU 36–41; half sizes not available.
- Break-in
- Comfortable from first wear with no break-in needed.
- Tongue clasp
- Quick-fastening tongue clasp stays secure all day after a short break-in.
- Strap profile
- Tongue clasp eliminates the bulk of a traditional buckle for a slim, modern ankle strap.
- Owner reviews
- 68 owner reviews on Vagabond.com provide verifiable buyer experiences
- Upper care
- Clean leather with damp cloth and conditioner; faux with mild soap; air dry away from heat.
- Outsole
- Thunit outsole is abrasion-proof, vegan, and uses recycled waste.
- Insole
- Chrome-free goat leather insole is breathable, molds to foot, and hypoallergenic.
- Leather upper
- The upper is LWG-certified cow leather, audited against a standard covering 17 environmental and social sections.
- Silhouette
- The rounded heel and square toe give the Piper a timeless silhouette that wears across multiple seasons.
- Comfort
- Cushioned insole and 45mm block heel provide comfort from first wear; square toe and adjustable strap add stability.
- Tannery transparency
- Every tannery used is publicly listed with its LWG rating.
- Sole sustainability
- Thunit outsole is vegan and made from closed-loop recycled waste.
- Honest labeling
- Material split is honestly disclosed: cow leather upper, vegan sole.
Product record
- Title
- Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women
- Brand
- Vagabond Shoemakers
- Price
- 190 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 10 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women: Choose this if you want a versatile black block-heel sandal with a minimalist look: a single wide front strap over an open, square toe, an adjustable ankle strap with metal buckle, and a low 45 mm cylindrical heel per third-party listings. It pairs an LWG-certified leather upper with a cushioned chrome-free goat leather insole and a durable, easy-care thunit outer sole, and comes in sizes 36 to 41, all in black. Note the heel height comes from other retailer listings rather than the Simons page itself.[1,2,3,4,5,6] | Cherry Leather Piper Block-Heel Mule Women: Choose this if you want an easy slip-on mule with a modest, comfortable 1.75 inch (4.5 cm) cylindrical block heel and an open square toe. It is made with an LWG-certified cow leather upper, a leather lining, and a cushioned leather insole described as offering comfort and underfoot breathability, with a textured, flexible, wear-resistant tunit outsole and a non-skid heel piece. A reported sizing note says it fits true to size (attribution unclear), and it is offered in sizes 36 through 41.[2,7,8,9] | Black Leather Zaida Minimalist Sandals Women: Choose these if you want a minimalist black flat thong sandal with a single wide V strap made of LWG-certified, chrome-free tanned calf leather. The cushioned leather footbed and chrome-free goat leather lining suit shoppers who prefer leather against the foot, while the non-skid thermoplastic rubber outsole keeps a low-profile everyday silhouette. They come in sizes 40 and 41 in black.[10] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side view of a black leather open-toe sandal with a single wide front strap, narrow ankle strap with metal buckle, and a low cylindrical block heel.
- Overall silhouetteSide-facing single sandal showing a low cylindrical block heel, a curved midsole, a single wide front toe strap, and a narrow ankle strap that closes at a small metal buckle.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.45 · w 0.88 · h 0.35 (high) - Front strapWide single front strap across the forefoot with visible edge stitching and a smooth leather finish; strap leads to a square-ish open toe platform.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.19 (high) - Ankle strapThin leather ankle strap running horizontally from the heel counter toward the buckle with multiple punched adjustment holes visible on the strap.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.11 (high) - BuckleSmall rectangular metal pin buckle with a single tongue, attached to the ankle strap.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.33 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Heel constructionLow cylindrical block heel with a smooth leather-wrapped appearance and a slightly darker rubber heel cap at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.51 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high) - Heel counter and back strapTapered heel counter rising to an ankle loop that connects to the ankle strap; leather has a smooth finish with visible seam lines where it meets the sole.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - InsoleSlightly lighter gray padded insole visible above the midsole with a smooth texture and a narrow exposed edge where it meets the upper.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.52 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible stitchingSingle-line tonal stitching visible along the edges of the front strap and around the heel counter.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.56 · w 0.38 · h 0.23 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with soft shadow beneath the shoe; shoe is centered horizontally and fully visible in frame.
- BackgroundEven light gray studio background filling the frame.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse lighting with a faint cast shadow directly beneath the shoe and slight highlights on leather surfaces.
- CompositionRight-facing side profile of the shoe placed near the lower middle of the image with ample empty space above.
Colors
matte black· upper and straps#13110Emetallic silver· bucklemid gray· insole- Overall silhouetteSide-facing single sandal showing a low cylindrical block heel, a curved midsole, a single wide front toe strap, and a narrow ankle strap that closes at a small metal buckle.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a pair of black leather block-heel sandals showing heel counters, cylindrical block heels, ankle straps with a metal buckle on the right shoe, and a thin front toe strap partially visible.
- View and compositionPair of sandals photographed from the rear; both heel counters face the camera with the right shoe slightly forward and the left shoe slightly behind.
- Heel shapeShort cylindrical block heels with flat bottoms and slightly rounded edges, finished in the same black material as the upper.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.60 · w 0.30 · h 0.32 (high) - Heel counter and stitchingTall heel counters rising above the heel with a visible vertical double row of topstitching down the center of each counter.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.24 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high) - Ankle strapsThin ankle straps extend from the heel counters; the right shoe strap includes a small silver-tone metal buckle and a short strap tail.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Toe strap and footbedLow-profile thin toe strap and flat footbed visible between the heels; footbed appears smoothly finished in black and slightly contoured near the arch.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.58 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high) - Material finishSmooth black leather or leather-like upper with a subtle sheen and uniform texture across heel counters and straps.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light gray background with soft shadows beneath the shoes; image cropped to show lower two thirds with ample empty space above.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray studio background with soft, diffused lighting and subtle shadow under the heels.
- Shot framingShoes are centered horizontally in the lower portion of the frame with substantial empty space above them.
Colors
black· upper and heel#0E0E0C- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black leather open-toe sandals with a single wide front strap, thin ankle straps with metal buckles, pebbled footbed, and visible heel seam stitching.
- Toe shapeSquare-shaped open toe platform area with a flat front edge on each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.03 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high) - Front strapSingle wide smooth leather strap crossing the front of each foot, stitched along the top edge.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Ankle strap and buckleThin ankle straps looped around the heel with a small metal buckle on the outside of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.84 · y 0.64 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Footbed textureBlack pebbled-texture footbed with a subtle sheen visible across the insole surface.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high) - Heel seam stitchingVertical stitching seam visible at the center back of each heel cup.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.84 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.84 · w 0.14 · h 0.14 (medium) - Brand text on insole (left)“VAGABOND SHOEMAKERS”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Brand text on insole (right)“VAGABOND SHOEMAKERS”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.66 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio top-down product photograph on a light gray background with soft shadows; pair is centered and slightly separated.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes in parallel with toes toward the top of the frame.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with soft drop shadows beneath the shoes.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting producing mild highlights on the smooth leather front straps and low-contrast shadows.
Colors
black· front strap (smooth leather)#0E0E0Dblack· insole (pebbled footbed)#11110Emetallic silver· buckle#C4C3C3- Toe shapeSquare-shaped open toe platform area with a flat front edge on each shoe.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4571243 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 36 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
| 4571244 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 37 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
| 4571245 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 38 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
| 4571246 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 39 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
| 4571247 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 40 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
| 4571248 | Black Leather Piper Block-Heel Sandal Women - Black - 41 | CA$190.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Super comfortable & great quality
Very happy with these shoes. They fit true to size and are clearly very well made. Will definitely be looking for this brand in the future.
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/findfashionVagabond sandals are praised for their durability and comfort, though some seek more affordable alternatives.
Users express strong loyalty to the brand and note their shoes last forever and are very comfortable.
Themes
Use Cases
- Fashionable everyday sandal
Watch Out For
Source Threads
User swears by Vagabond shoes' durability and comfort, eyeing the sandals
Yeah I swear by vagabond shoes- they last forever and are very comfy for me. I’ve been eyeing these sandals too (in red)
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