Vagabond Shoemakers
Cherry Leather Piper Block-Heel Mule Women
The Cherry Leather Piper Block-Heel Mule is a women's slip-on mule from Vagabond Shoemakers, featuring an open square-toe design and a cylindrical block heel. It is crafted with an upper in LWG-certified cherry leather, a cushioned leather insole, and a textured, flexible tunit outsole made from resin rubber that mimics leather. The mule has a heel height of 1.75 inches (4.5 cm) and includes a non-skid heel piece, making it suitable for casual or dressy wear.
- Color
- Cherry
- Material
- LWG-certified leather upper, cushioned leather insole, resin rubber outsole
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Size
Specifications
Classic block-heel mule crafted from LWG-certified leather with a cushioned insole and durable resin rubber outsole.
Cushioned leather insole, non-skid heel piece, flexible resin rubber outsole
- Color
- Cherry · red
- Material
- LWG-certified leather upper, cushioned leather insole, resin rubber outsole
- Secondary
- rubber
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- LWG-certified leather upper
- cushioned leather insole
- textured resin rubber tunit outsole
- wear-resistant outsole
- non-skid heel piece
- block heel silhouette
- mule slip-on style
- heel height 1.75 inches (4.5 cm)
- flexible outsole
- leather construction with resin rubber outsole
Product Insights
A backless block-heel mule with LWG-certified leather, true-to-size fit, and multiple features to prevent foot forward slide. The 45mm block heel reduces forward weight shift and pressure, keeping the foot near its natural angle for stability. The Tunit outsole is flexible, waterproof, abrasion-resistant, and stain-resistant, with a non-skid heel tip that provides grip and braking. Full goatskin leather lining and cushioned insole allow sockless wear. The main tradeoff is that stability benefits are confirmed only on dry surfaces; wet performance remains untested.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to size with foot-length chart for precise ordering.
- Slippage prevention
- Multiple features prevent foot forward slide in the backless design.
- Heel comfort
- 45mm block heel reduces forward weight shift and pressure.
- LWG certification
- Leather is LWG-certified with a 17-section audit renewed every two years.
- Brand oversight
- Vagabond stations staff at tanneries and holds LWG/STICA memberships to stay current on sourcing.
- Abrasion resistance
- Tunit outsole wears slowly on abrasive surfaces and resists staining.
- Waterproofing
- Tunit outsole is non-porous and waterproof, keeping feet dry in wet conditions.
- Heel tip
- Non-skid heel tip provides grip and shields the block heel from wear.
- Flexibility
- Tunit outsole flexes with the foot, eliminating stiff gait and foot slide.
- Durability
- Flexible tunit outsole retains abrasion resistance for long wear.
- Heel braking
- Non-skid heel piece provides braking at heel-strike to prevent forward slide.
- Heel angle stability
- 45 mm block heel keeps the foot near its natural angle for stability.
- Wet performance
- Stability benefit is confirmed only on dry surfaces; wet performance not tested.
- Interior
- Full goatskin leather lining and cushioned insole keep feet dry and comfortable sockless.
- Outsole
- Resin rubber outsole designed for flexibility, waterproof, with non-skid heel for stability.
- Heel height
- 4.5 cm block heel reduces foot fatigue for all-day wear.
- Sole longevity
- Tunit sole stays polished by resisting stains, water, and heel abrasion.
Product record
- Title
- Cherry Leather Piper Block-Heel Mule Women
- Brand
- Vagabond Shoemakers
- Price
- 180 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side view of a single open-toe mule with a low block heel and a single continuous leather upper covering the vamp and instep.
- Overall silhouetteSingle right-side mule shown in profile with an open toe, a gently curved low vamp that covers the instep, and a cylindrical low block heel.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.52 · w 0.90 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth leather upper with a matte-to-satin finish, appearing uniformly colored and untextured on the visible outer surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high) - Toe constructionOpen square-toe with the upper ending slightly before the forefoot, exposing a small leather toe platform.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel shape and attachmentLow cylindrical block heel with a slightly flared base and visible seam where the heel meets the sole; heel covered in the same leather color as the upper.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Sole profileThin black outsole visible along the shoe edge with a slight upward curve at the forefoot; outsole appears low-profile and smooth.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high) - Inner lining/insoleDark inner lining visible at the top edge of the vamp and the heel area, appearing darker than the outer leather.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with even diffuse lighting and a subtle soft shadow beneath the shoe.
- Background and lightingNeutral pale gray background with even, soft diffuse lighting and minimal specular highlights on the leather surface.
- Shadow and support surfaceSoft shadow directly under the shoe indicating a flat support surface; shadow is faint and consistent with studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.82 · w 0.80 · h 0.06 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered horizontal profile composition with large empty space above the shoe; shoe occupies lower third of the frame.
Colors
dark cherry· upper (vamp and toe platform)#392523dark cherry· heel coverblack· outsole/edgevery dark gray· inner lining/insole edge- Overall silhouetteSingle right-side mule shown in profile with an open toe, a gently curved low vamp that covers the instep, and a cylindrical low block heel.
- 02
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a pair of slip-on mules showing cylindrical block heels wrapped in the same leather as the upper, smooth glossy cherry-burgundy leather uppers, and black inner lining and outsole.
- Heel shapeCylindrical block heels with vertical side walls and a slightly recessed black rubber outsole ring at the bottom; heels appear wrapped in the same leather as the upper.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.63 · w 0.27 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.63 · w 0.34 · h 0.26 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, slightly glossy leather upper in a dark cherry/burgundy color with minimal visible surface texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.32 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - Vamp/back openingLow-cut mule opening with a continuous lip; the opening edges are finished with a narrow folded rim and visible topstitching along the rim.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.24 · w 0.26 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.27 (high) - Inner liningBlack inner lining with a smooth, slightly matte finish visible inside both shoe openings.
2 regions
x 0.23 · y 0.28 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - OutsoleBlack outsole visible under the sole and forming a thin band around the heel base; outsole has smooth finish and contrasts with leather upper.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.85 · w 0.27 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.45 · y 0.85 · w 0.34 · h 0.07 (medium) - Sole profile and heel junctionSlight curvature of the sole visible from rear to midfoot with the heel set under the rear of the sole; junction shows a narrow seam where the sole meets the upper.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.56 · w 0.45 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft directional lighting from above-left, producing soft shadows beneath and to the right of the shoes.
- Background and surfacePlain light-gray seamless background and surface with no props or packaging visible.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting creating gentle highlights on the leather and soft shadows underneath the shoes toward the lower right.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view focusing on the heels and back portion of both shoes; pair is slightly staggered with the left shoe placed marginally behind the right.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail and no visible noise or compression artifacts.
Colors
dark cherry burgundy· upper and heel wrap#3B2A26black· inner lining#11110Eblack· outsole and heel base ring- Heel shapeCylindrical block heels with vertical side walls and a slightly recessed black rubber outsole ring at the bottom; heels appear wrapped in the same leather as the upper.
- 03
Product
Pair of open-toe leather mule heels shown from a low front three-quarter angle; wide single-piece upper covers most of the forefoot, with a square-ish open toe and cylindrical block heels visible at the rear.
- Upper constructionSingle-piece smooth leather upper that wraps across the forefoot and instep, ending in a straight horizontal cut above the toes with a wide open-toe aperture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.62 · h 0.36 (high) - Toe shapeSlightly square/rounded square open toe with a visible padded toe bed extending forward from the upper.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Heel shapeCylindrical block heels with a curved outer face and flat base, visible on both shoes from the rear-quarter view.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.50 · w 0.26 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.52 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Insole finishDark, slightly padded insole with visible printed brand text on the heel area of each insole.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.46 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (medium) - Visible brand text (right insole)“VAGABOND”
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.46 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Visible brand text (right insole, secondary)“SHOEMAKERS”Partial
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.53 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (medium) - Sole edgeThin dark outsole visible around the front edge of the toe bed with a slightly raised lip at the front.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high) - Leather finishSmooth, slightly glossy leather surface with subtle light reflections visible on the vamp.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.54 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo on a light neutral background photographed from a low front three-quarter angle; soft shadow beneath the shoes; image cropped closely around the pair.
- Shot compositionLow-angle three-quarter front view with both shoes angled slightly outward; right shoe positioned closer to camera.
- BackgroundFlat light grey background filling the frame with soft diffuse lighting.
- Shadows and reflectionsSoft diffuse shadow visible beneath and slightly behind each shoe; mild specular highlights on leather from studio lights.
- Image qualitySharp foreground detail with no visible motion blur; overall high resolution.
Colors
dark cherry burgundy· upper#412926dark charcoal· insole#2C2C2Ablack· outsole#1C1C1C- Upper constructionSingle-piece smooth leather upper that wraps across the forefoot and instep, ending in a straight horizontal cut above the toes with a wide open-toe aperture.