Espresso suede Aleya ruched loafers product image (primary)
Side-profile studio shot of a single espresso-brown suede loafer showing the outer lateral side, moccasin toe details, low flat sole, and a penny-style strap with ruched vamp.

Vagabond Shoemakers

Espresso Suede Aleya Ruched Loafers

CA$225.00CAD
In Stock

This product is a pair of slip-on loafers from Vagabond Shoemakers, featuring a genuine espresso suede upper with ruched vamp detailing and a penny-style strap. It includes a fabric lining, cushioned leather insole, and an embossed non-skid polyurethane outer sole. These loafers are designed for casual everyday wear, with a low-profile flat sole and a model number of 6119-040-29.

Color
Espresso
Material
Genuine suede upper, fabric lining, cushioned leather insole, polyurethane outer sole
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Color

Brown

Size

363738394041

Specifications

Loafer with ruched toe detailing and cushioned leather insole

Ruched toe, cushioned leather insole, embossed non-skid sole

Color
Espresso · brown
Material
Genuine suede upper, fabric lining, cushioned leather insole, polyurethane outer sole
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

  • genuine suede upper
  • fabric lining
  • ruched toe detailing
  • cushioned leather insole
  • embossed non-skid polyurethane outer sole

Product Insights

Vagabond Espresso Suede Aleya Ruched Loafers deliver all-day comfort through a goat suede upper, chrome-free leather lining, and flexible TPU outsole, with a ruched design that mirrors The Row's $1,250 Soft Loafer at one-fifth the price. They run true to size for medium-width feet (measure foot in cm per revised US conversion) and offer a personalized patina with wear, but require diligent suede brushing and protector spray to maintain the ruched folds.

Verified claims

True to size
Runs true to size for medium-width feet.
US size chart
Vagabond revised its US size conversion; measure foot in cm for accurate fit.
Fit
Buyers with wide feet and a bunion report the Aleya is the most comfortable shoes they have ever purchased.
All-day comfort
Goat suede upper, chrome-free leather lining, and flexible TPU outsole provide all-day comfort from the first step.
Appearance
Goat suede's soft nap improves the shoe's appearance with wear.
Break-in
Goat suede upper softens with no break-in needed.
Cushioning
Lightweight, flexible outsole and cushioned insole reduce foot fatigue.
Lining
Fabric lining wicks moisture; chrome-free leather prevents skin irritation.
Design comparison
Ruched suede design mirrors The Row's $1,250 Soft Loafer at $225 CAD.
Aging & Patina
Goat suede ruched design softens and molds without deep creasing, creating a personalized drape.
Care & Maintenance
Requires suede brush and protector spray to maintain the ruched folds.
Material
LWG-certified suede upper; chrome-free leather linings and insole.
Ethical value
Ethical materials at $225, typical of luxury at twice the price.
Suede care
Vagabond recommends gentle brushing, a pre-wear protector spray, and a suede eraser.
Design inspiration
Ruched silhouette matches The Row’s Soft Loafer at one-fifth the price.

Product record

Title
Espresso Suede Aleya Ruched Loafers
Brand
Vagabond Shoemakers
Price
225 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Espresso suede Aleya ruched loafers product image (primary)
01

Product

Side-profile studio shot of a single espresso-brown suede loafer showing the outer lateral side, moccasin toe details, low flat sole, and a penny-style strap with ruched vamp.

  • View and orientationRight-side profile of a single loafer shown on its outer lateral side, shoe centered horizontally near the bottom third of the image.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.55 · w 0.90 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Upper materialSoft suede upper with a uniform nap visible across the vamp, quarter, and heel panels.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.57 · w 0.85 · h 0.23 (high)
  • Vamp and ruched detailProminent ruched gathering along the front edge of the vamp extending from the toe toward the penny strap area.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.65 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Moccasin stitchingRaised moccasin-style stitching runs around the toe apron and along the top edge of the vamp, visible as a thicker stitched seam.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.66 · w 0.32 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Penny strapA low, horizontal penny-style strap across the vamp with a stitched slot detail.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.61 · w 0.20 · h 0.11 (high)
  • Heel and counterLow enclosed heel with a continuous suede counter; subtle vertical seam at the rear heel.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Sole profileThin flat black outsole with a slight stacked low heel; outsole edge visible as a narrow dark strip under the shoe.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.80 · w 0.90 · h 0.05 (high)
  • Interior liningVisible interior lining at the shoe opening in a lighter tan color contrasting with the upper.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.59 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Brand embossing on quarterFaint embossed mark on the outer heel quarter that appears to be a brand name but is not legible at this scale.Partial
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.64 · w 0.08 · h 0.05 (medium)

Other

Studio product photograph with neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting, and a small shadow beneath the shoe.

  • Background and stagingUniform light gray studio background with no props; shoe isolated and placed on a flat surface.
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, even lighting producing a subtle soft shadow directly beneath and slightly below the shoe toward the front right.
  • Image crop and compositionShoe occupies the lower third of the image with generous empty space above; full outer side visible and shoe fully in frame.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on shoe details; no visible compression artifacts.

Colors

espresso brown· upper (suede)#4A2E23black· outsoletan· interior lining#7C5C4C
Espresso suede Aleya ruched loafers product image 2
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Product

Pair of low-profile brown suede loafers shown from the rear/three-quarter rear angle; visible vertical heel seams, low black flat rubber soles, ruched upper at the vamp and tan leather inner lining.

  • Overall viewTwo loafers photographed from the rear three-quarter angle with the right shoe positioned closer to camera and the left shoe set farther back and to the left.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.90 · h 0.40 (medium)
  • Upper materialSoft suede exterior in a dark brown tone with a subtle nap texture visible on the heel and side panels.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.50 · w 0.68 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Heel seamVertical center seam running down the back of each heel, formed by visible stitching joining two suede panels.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.56 · w 0.16 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.54 · w 0.16 · h 0.34 (high)
  • SoleLow-profile flat sole in a dark matte black material with a slightly raised heel section.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.76 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Inner liningVisible tan leather or leather-like inner lining along the topline and inside heel area of both shoes.
    2 regionsx 0.55 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Vamp detailRuched or gathered suede detail visible along the vamp of the left and right shoes near the topline.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Embossed heel textSmall embossed text mark on the outer side of the right shoe heel area.Partial
    1 regionx 0.64 · y 0.58 · w 0.15 · h 0.12 (medium)

Other

Studio shot with neutral light gray background and soft shadow beneath shoes; even diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights; image cropped to focus on lower half where shoes rest.

  • Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and matching flat surface with soft shadowing beneath the shoes.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionLow-angle three-quarter rear composition with shoes placed off-center, right shoe closer to camera to emphasize heel and profile.
  • Shadows and lightingSoft diffuse studio lighting produces gentle shadows under and behind the shoes without harsh contrast.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.80 · h 0.20 (high)

Colors

espresso brown· suede upper#4B352Atan· inner lining#6B4C3Cmatte black· sole
Espresso suede Aleya ruched loafers product image 3
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Product

Top-down view of a pair of dark brown suede ruched loafers with penny-style strap and tan leather insoles embossed with brand text.

  • Pair orientationTwo loafers shown from above, placed parallel with toes at the top of the image and heels at the bottom.
  • Upper materialSoft suede upper covering the vamp, apron and sides with a slightly nap-textured surface visible across the toe and vamp areas.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Ruched apron trimGathered/ruched trim runs around the apron edge of each shoe creating a series of narrow vertical folds along the outer perimeter of the vamp.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Penny strap detailHorizontal penny-style strap across each vamp with a small elongated notch cutout centered on the strap.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.59 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible topstitchingDecorative topstitching visible around the apron and along the vamp edges; stitching is narrowly spaced and contrasts subtly with the suede.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Insole material and colorTan leather insoles visible inside each shoe with a smooth finish and stitched perimeter along the inner edge.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.54 · w 0.32 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.54 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Brand embossing left insoleVAGABOND
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Brand embossing right insoleVAGABOND
    1 regionx 0.57 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Additional insole textSHOEMAKERSPartial
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.74 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.57 · y 0.74 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (medium)

Other

Studio top-down product shot on a neutral light grey background with soft shadowing; image is centered and evenly lit.

  • BackgroundUniform light grey background with a subtle soft shadow beneath the shoes.
  • Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing full outline of both shoes with small margins to the image edges.
  • LightingEven diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights, emphasizing suede texture.

Colors

espresso brown· suede upper#4A2E23tan leather· insole#8C4B2Bdark brown stitching· stitching#3C251A

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-footwear/all-our-shoes/espresso-suede-aleya-ruched-loafers--13512-26611940?colourId=0
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