
Hereu
Coraia Basket-Weave Leather Mules Women
The Coraia basket-weave leather mules by Hereu are women's slip-on mules crafted from 100% calf leather with a polished upper in a basket-weave pattern. They feature a cushioned leather insole, a smooth leather outer sole, and a low stacked leather heel with a non-slip rubber insert. Made in Spain, these backless mules with a slightly squared toe are suitable for casual and dressy wear.
- Material
- Polished leather upper, leather insole, leather outer sole, stacked leather heel with rubber insert
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, smart-casual, classic, modern
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Size
Specifications
Artisanal mules with basket-weave leather, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern sophistication.
Polished leather upper, cushioned leather insole, stacked leather heel with non-slip rubber insert.
- Material
- Polished leather upper, leather insole, leather outer sole, stacked leather heel with rubber insert
- Secondary
- rubber
- Style
- casual, smart-casual, classic, modern
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- basket-weave braiding
- polished leather upper
- cushioned leather insole
- smooth leather outer sole
- stacked leather heel
- non-slip rubber insert in heel
- short stacked heel
- artisanal craftsmanship
- modern sophistication
- handcrafted by Spanish artisans
- made in Spain
Product Insights
Hand-woven calf leather mules from Spanish family workshops, priced at 70% off comparable artisan mules. They feature a cushioned leather insole, non-slip rubber insert, and lightweight stacked heel, requiring occasional conditioning to develop a unique patina.
Verified claims
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-woven calf leather mule by Spanish artisans using generations-old techniques; limited daily output at family workshops.
- Value
- CAD 199.95 is ~70% off the €450 retail price of comparable artisan mules.
- Construction
- All-calf leather hand-woven in Spain using traditional artisan techniques.
- Wearability
- Cushioned leather insole and non-slip rubber insert for comfort and grip; lighter than solid rubber.
- Basket-weave technique
- Hand-woven basket-weave upper made by Spanish artisans trained for years.
- Cushioning
- Cushioned leather insole provides shock absorption without sacrificing the sleek leather look.
- Leather care
- Condition calf leather once or twice a year for a rich, even patina.
- Patina
- Artisan-crafted basket-weave upper develops a three-dimensional patina that becomes unique to the wearer over time.
- Conditioning
- Condition only once or twice a year with a light cream for a dramatic, even patina.
- Comfort
- Cushioned insole and all-calf leather deliver comfort and short break-in; rubber heel adds traction.
- Weight
- Stacked leather heel is lighter than a solid rubber heel, reducing foot fatigue.
- Grip
- Non-slip rubber insert gives grip on wet pavement and spares a cobbler visit.
- Shock absorption
- Rubber insert absorbs shock under heel strike, reducing pavement impact.
- Sizing
- True to European sizing across sizes 36–40.
- Stability
- Non-slip rubber insert in stacked heel enhances stability.
- Cleaning
- Pre-treat with a leather protector spray; dust with a soft cloth, and damp-clean with mild soap; avoid soaking the weave.
- Sole care
- Wipe leather sole clean; consider a protective sole patch for urban wear.
- Heritage
- Crafted by a network of family-owned Spanish leather workshops.
- Hand weaving
- Upper is hand-woven using traditional techniques requiring years of training.
- Catalan naming
- Named 'Coraia' in Catalan, reflecting Mediterranean craft heritage.
Product record
- Title
- Coraia Basket-Weave Leather Mules Women
- Brand
- Hereu
- Price
- 199.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Right-side profile of a low-heeled slip-on mule with a woven-look sheet leather upper composed of wide interlaced panels, a slightly squared toe, low stacked heel, and a slim outsole.
- Overall silhouetteSingle right shoe shown in profile (lateral side) with a low stacked heel and a flat sole; upper covers most of the foot with an open back for a slip-on mule configuration.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (high) - Upper constructionUpper made from wide overlapping leather panels cut into rectangular/rounded strips that produce a basket-weave appearance with visible slits between panels.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.32 (high) - Material finishSmooth glossy leather finish on the upper with subtle highlights from studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.32 (high) - Toe shapeSlightly squared toe with the leather panels extending over and folding near the toe seam.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.54 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel detailLow block stacked heel with a woodgrain-like appearance on the outer face and a flat top surface forming the shoe heel.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.62 · w 0.17 · h 0.15 (high) - Outsole profileThin black outsole visible as a slim rim around the sole, slightly raised at the heel.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.70 · w 0.88 · h 0.11 (high) - Openings and cutoutsRectangular cutouts between the overlapping panels produce small visible gaps showing the interior side of the upper.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.53 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting from above; shoe centered on lower half of image and fully in frame.
- Background and stagingPlain even light gray background with no props or packaging visible.
- Shot compositionProfile (side) view of the right shoe placed horizontally across the frame, leaving large negative space above.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.90 · h 0.90 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting producing subtle highlights on the leather and a faint shadow beneath the sole.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.88 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
gloss black· upper#0E0D0Dmatte black· outsole#12110Edark wood brown· heel face#343332- Overall silhouetteSingle right shoe shown in profile (lateral side) with a low stacked heel and a flat sole; upper covers most of the foot with an open back for a slip-on mule configuration.
- 02

Product
Top-down view of a pair of black woven leather mule slides showing woven uppers, open-back heels, and embossed insoles.
- Overall silhouettePair of backless mules shown from above with squared toe shape and low flat heel pads visible at the rear.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.90 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.90 (high) - Upper constructionWide leather strips woven in an overlapping basket-weave pattern across the vamp, forming rectangular panels with visible seams between strips.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high) - Leather finishSmooth, slightly glossy black leather with soft highlights on curved surfaces of the weave.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.65 (medium) - Insole detailFlat black insole with an embossed vertical word near the heel area on each shoe; the embossing is the same on both insoles.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.55 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.55 · w 0.30 · h 0.36 (high) - Embossed brand text“HEREU”
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.65 · w 0.30 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.65 · w 0.30 · h 0.15 (high) - Small embossed heel text“CRAFTED IN SPAIN”Partial
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (medium); x 0.59 · y 0.78 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio top-down shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; even diffuse lighting minimizes strong reflections.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition with both shoes parallel and toe ends near the top edge of the frame.
- Background and lightingLight gray neutral background with subtle soft shadows beneath the shoes indicating diffuse overhead lighting.
- Image qualitySharp focus across the shoes with visible fine surface texture and stitch lines; no people or props visible.
Colors
black· woven upper#0E0D0Dblack (matte)· insole and heel pad#151414- Overall silhouettePair of backless mules shown from above with squared toe shape and low flat heel pads visible at the rear.