Steve Madden
Daphne Glossy Block Heel Mary Janes Women
The Steve Madden Daphne is a women's Mary Jane pump with a glossy patent-look faux-leather upper, a chunky 4.25-inch (10.5 cm) block heel, and a raised platform sole. It features an adjustable buckle strap across the instep, a cushioned faux-leather insole, and an embossed non-skid rubber outer sole. This synthetic-material shoe is designed for formal or dressy occasions.
- Material
- Faux-leather upper, faux-leather insole, rubber outsole
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Women's glossy patent faux-leather Mary Jane block heel shoes with adjustable buckle strap.
Patent finish, adjustable buckle strap, cushioned insole, embossed non-skid outsole.
- Material
- Faux-leather upper, faux-leather insole, rubber outsole
- Secondary
- rubber
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Faux-leather upper with patent finish
- Adjustable tongue buckle strap
- Cushioned faux-leather insole
- Embossed non-skid rubber outer sole
- Block heel
- Mary Jane silhouette
- Heel height: 4.25 inches (10.5 cm)
Product Insights
The Daphne Glossy Block Heel Mary Janes by Steve Madden deliver a glossy patent finish and a wide block heel that provides stable traction and prevents sinking, but the 4.25-inch height leads to fatigue over time and the patent material shows scuffs more readily than matte or leather; sizing is true to size for most, though between-size buyers should size up due to the non-stretch patent upper, and the adjustable strap accommodates average width, while narrow feet may require an insole and wide feet may feel snug; the glued-in insole precludes custom orthotics, and care involves storing cool and dry and stuffing the toe box to maintain shape.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Runs true to size for most, though a few buyers note it runs slightly narrow; between sizes, ordering up half a size gives a more comfortable fit with the buckle strap.
- Width
- Adjustable strap fits average width; narrow feet need insole, wide feet may feel snug.
- Stability
- Wide block heel provides lateral support and resists sinking into soft ground.
- Traction
- Non-skid rubber outsole grips smooth floors and wet pavement.
- Ground feel
- Increased ground contact reduces catching and improves walking confidence.
- Extended wear
- The wide block heel and non-skid rubber outsole are more stable than a stiletto, but the 4.25-inch heel may cause fatigue after several hours of wear.
- Care
- Store cool and dry; stuff toe box to maintain shape and prevent cracking.
- Durability
- Patent finish shows scuffs and scratches more readily than matte or genuine leather.
- Insole
- The cushioned faux-leather insole appears to be glued in and is not designed to be removable, so custom orthotics are not a recommended option.
- Cleaning
- Light scuffs lift with a pencil eraser; the brand's care guide recommends cleaning the patent upper with Windex on a microfiber cloth, and a thin smear of Vaseline restores gloss and slows cracking.
- Cushioning
- The shoe has a cushioned faux-leather insole that offers some comfort, making it suitable for events or moderate walking rather than standing all day.
Product record
- Title
- Daphne Glossy Block Heel Mary Janes Women
- Brand
- Steve Madden
- Price
- 90 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side view of a single glossy black Mary Jane shoe with a thick block heel, raised platform sole, rounded toe, and a single strap with a rectangular silver buckle.
- Overall silhouetteClassic Mary Jane profile shown from the outer right side: low-cut vamp, rounded toe, single mid-foot strap, high chunky block heel and a thick front platform.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high) - Upper material and finishHigh-gloss patent-like finish on the upper producing distinct reflections and highlights across the vamp and heel counter.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.54 · h 0.48 (high) - Strap and buckleSingle horizontal strap across instep with a rectangular metallic silver buckle and visible strap adjustment holes.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.26 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Heel constructionThick, straight-sided block heel with a matte finish distinct from the glossy upper; heel is full-height and squared at the back.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.38 · w 0.32 · h 0.46 (high) - Platform soleElevated front platform with a slightly rounded front edge and a thin decorative welt line separating the platform from the upper.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.62 · w 0.48 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching detailVisible topstitching along the strap, around the shoe opening, and on the strap tab where it meets the buckle.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Toe shapeRounded, slightly bulbous toe box with glossy reflections emphasizing curvature.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.44 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high) - Inner liningVisible black inner lining around the collar and opening of the shoe.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background showing the shoe in profile with soft shadow below; even lighting highlights the glossy finish.
- View and compositionRight-side profile view centered horizontally with generous negative space above; shoe oriented toe-right, heel-left.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background occupying the full frame.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shoe aligned to its footprint indicating studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.74 · w 0.72 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
gloss black· upper#120E0Amatte black· heel and platform sole#1D1C1Apolished silver· buckle- Overall silhouetteClassic Mary Jane profile shown from the outer right side: low-cut vamp, rounded toe, single mid-foot strap, high chunky block heel and a thick front platform.
- 02
Product
Pair of glossy black Mary Jane-style shoes shown from a rear three-quarter angle, highlighting chunky block heels, patent upper with Mary Jane strap and visible metal buckle, and a slightly raised platform sole with molded trim.
- Heel shape and finishProminent cylindrical block heels with a smooth matte finish and slightly rounded outer edges; heels are continuous with the sole without visible separable heel cap.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.40 · w 0.38 · h 0.48 (high) - Upper materialHigh-gloss patent upper with strong specular highlights and smooth reflective surface covering vamp and heel counter.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.07 · w 0.55 · h 0.40 (high) - Mary Jane strapSingle instep strap visible on the right shoe, made from same glossy material as upper and mounted near the shoe opening.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.16 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Buckle detailRectangular metallic buckle attached to the instep strap on the right shoe with a visible prong and reflective surfaces.
1 region
x 0.71 · y 0.14 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Sole and platform trimSlightly raised platform sole with a thin decorative trim line where the glossy upper meets the matte sole, creating a layered silhouette.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.35 · w 0.70 · h 0.40 (high) - Seam and stitchingVisible stitching and seam lines at the heel counter and along the upper where panels join, appearing as narrow stitched ridges against the gloss.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio shot on a uniform light gray background with soft diffuse lighting producing clear reflections on patent surfaces and soft shadows beneath heels; image frames both shoes cropped at the forefoot.
- Background and stagingEven light gray backdrop and flat supporting surface with no visible props.
- Reflections and highlightsStrong specular reflections on the patent upper indicating studio lighting sources; reflections form elongated white patches along curved surfaces.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (high) - Crop and framingImage cropped to show rear and mid sections of both shoes; toe areas are partially out of frame on the right edge.
Colors
gloss black· upper (patent leather)#0E0D0Amatte black· heel and sole#1D1C1Bpolished silver· buckle- Heel shape and finishProminent cylindrical block heels with a smooth matte finish and slightly rounded outer edges; heels are continuous with the sole without visible separable heel cap.
- 03
Product
Pair of glossy black Mary Jane-style shoes with rounded toes, chunky block heels, platform midsoles and adjustable buckle straps; visible high-gloss reflections on the upper.
- Upper material and finishHigh-gloss patent finish on the shoe uppers producing strong specular highlights and reflected shapes.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.52 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Toe shapeRounded, slightly elevated toe box visible on both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.72 · w 0.28 · h 0.17 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Strap and buckleSingle Mary Jane strap across instep with a rectangular metallic buckle on the shoe at right and left; strap is patent-matched to the upper.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.38 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Heel constructionTall, chunky square block heel with a matte texture distinct from the glossy upper; heel is fully visible on right shoe and partially visible on left shoe.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.49 · w 0.30 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.50 · w 0.25 · h 0.36 (medium) - Platform soleThick platform midsole with a matte finish creating a visible height separation between upper and ground contact surface.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.78 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.78 · w 0.42 · h 0.14 (high) - Interior insole text“girl”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.08 · h 0.14 (medium) - Stitching detailVisible topstitching around the opening and along the vamp seam adjacent to the strap.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.54 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot of two shoes on a light gray seamless background with soft shadows and even lighting; image is cropped to show shoes from a front three-quarter perspective.
- Shot compositionTwo shoes arranged side by side, shown from a low front three-quarter angle with both shoes' uppers and heels visible.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray seamless background and surface with faint soft shadow beneath shoes.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting producing clear specular highlights on the patent surface and subtle soft shadows under the platform soles.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with sharp detail and accurate focus on shoe surfaces.
Colors
gloss black· upper#0E0D0Bdark charcoal· platform sole and heel#252423- Upper material and finishHigh-gloss patent finish on the shoe uppers producing strong specular highlights and reflected shapes.