
Vagabond Shoemakers
Hollie Suede Ballet Flat Sneakers Women
The Hollie Suede Ballet Flat Sneakers for women by Vagabond Shoemakers are low-profile footwear that combine a ballet flat silhouette with a sneaker outsole for everyday wear. They feature LWG-certified suede uppers, adjustable elastic laces with toggle clips, cushioned leather insoles, and non-skid thermoplastic rubber outsoles. Model number: 6123-440.
- Material
- LWG-certified suede, leather insole, thermoplastic rubber outsole
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Women's suede ballet flat sneakers with adjustable laces and cushioned leather insole.
Adjustable elastic laces, cushioned leather insole, non-skid outsole, LWG-certified suede.
- Material
- LWG-certified suede, leather insole, thermoplastic rubber outsole
- Secondary
- rubber
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- LWG-certified suede upper
- Adjustable elastic laces with toggle clips
- Cushioned leather insole
- Non-skid thermoplastic rubber outsole
Product Insights
The Hollie Suede Ballet Flat Sneakers by Vagabond Shoemakers ($180) blend ballet flat aesthetics with hands-free convenience via elastic toggle laces borrowed from hiking and trail-running shoes, ensuring a secure fit with no heel slip. Their core promise is effortless on/off after an initial adjustment, supported by medium arch support from a cushioned leather insole, though high arches may require orthotics. The main tradeoff lies in the untreated suede upper (LWG-certified but not the insole), demanding pre-wear protection and careful cleaning, and the tradeoff between sportswear-inspired ease and moderate arch support.
Verified claims
- Hands-free on/off
- Elastic laces with toggle allow hands-free on/off, no heel slip.
- Mechanism origin
- Toggle mechanism borrowed from technical hiking and trail-running shoes.
- Closure system
- Toggle clip closure borrowed from hiking and trail-running shoes.
- Fit
- Elastic toggle laces adapt for a secure fit and prevent heel slip.
- Convenience
- Shoe can be stepped into and out of hands-free after initial fit adjustment.
- Heel slip prevention
- Toggle laces prevent heel slipping and retighten to maintain fit.
- Sportswear credibility
- Toggle mechanism is borrowed from technical hiking and trail-running shoes.
- Arch support
- Cushioned leather insole with medium arch support; add orthotics for high arches.
- Ease of use
- Once fit is set, toggle laces allow hands-free on/off.
- Suede care
- Untreated suede: apply protector pre-wear; brush/eraser for cleaning.
- Certification scope
- Only the suede upper is LWG-certified; the insole is not.
- Use considerations
- Moderate arch support from cushioned insole; suede not water-resistant without treatment.
Product record
- Title
- Hollie Suede Ballet Flat Sneakers Women
- Brand
- Vagabond Shoemakers
- Price
- 180 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Side-profile view of a low-cut ballet-flat sneaker with a black suede upper, matte dark rubber sole, glossy black trim and twin glossy stripes at the midfoot, and a thin cord bow across the vamp.
- Overall silhouetteLow-profile ballet-flat sneaker shown in a side (lateral) profile with a rounded toe, low topline, and a flat rubber sole with a slight heel cap at the rear.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.58 · w 0.94 · h 0.31 (high) - Upper materialExterior upper appears to be textured suede in a matte black finish covering toe, vamp, quarters, and heel counter.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.84 · h 0.24 (high) - Decorative midfoot stripesTwo parallel glossy black leather-like stripes run diagonally across the midfoot toward the vamp, forming a visible contrast with the suede.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Leather trim and vamp edgingA narrow glossy leather-like trim follows the topline and outlines the vamp opening, appearing slightly shinier than the suede.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.57 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (high) - Vamp cord and knotThin rounded cord threaded across the vamp and tied in a small decorative knot/bow centered above the instep; cord has a slightly coated appearance.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Toe stitching detailVisible single-line topstitch seam across the toe area creating a subtle toe-panel shape in the suede.
1 region
x 0.67 · y 0.66 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (high) - Sole constructionFlat, low-profile one-piece rubber sole in a dark matte finish with a slightly raised heel cap and a smooth outer edge.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.96 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.01 · y 0.66 · w 0.15 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the shoe; image is centered horizontally with ample empty space above.
- Background and stagingPlain light gray studio background with a subtle soft shadow under the shoe indicating top-front lighting; no props or packaging visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionShoe shown in full side profile centered in the lower half of the frame with substantial empty space above.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.58 · w 0.94 · h 0.31 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the shoe with visible texture in suede and clear edge definition; even studio lighting without harsh highlights.
Colors
matte black· upper suede#0E0E0Cgloss black· trim and midfoot stripes#1A1916dark charcoal· sole- Overall silhouetteLow-profile ballet-flat sneaker shown in a side (lateral) profile with a rounded toe, low topline, and a flat rubber sole with a slight heel cap at the rear.
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Product
Pair of black suede ballet-flat style sneakers shown from a rear/three-quarter angle; visible features include suede upper, rubber outsole with concentric tread pattern, twin leather-like side stripes, and an elastic toggle lace at the vamp.
- Upper materialSoft black suede upper covering the heel and side panels, with visible nap texture.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.38 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high) - Heel counter and heel tabRounded suede heel counter with a small stitched heel tab area at the top rear of the shoe.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.48 · w 0.32 · h 0.31 (high) - Rubber heel capMatte dark rubber heel cap forming the low-profile outer heel with a smooth finish distinct from the suede upper.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.70 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Outsole treadVisible rubber outsole underside with concentric circular tread pattern and raised concentric ridges on the left shoe sole.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.06 · w 0.62 · h 0.52 (high) - Side stripesTwo parallel leather-like vertical stripes on the outer side panel; stripes are darker and have a slight sheen compared with the suede.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high) - Vamp closureElastic toggle lace at the vamp with a small round plastic toggle visible on the right shoe.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Topline trimNarrow leather-like trim around the shoe opening contrasting slightly in sheen to the suede.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.22 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - Stitching detailVisible tonal stitching along the heel seam and where panels meet on the upper.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high) - Embossed text on heel tabSmall embossed text or logo on the heel tab area that is partially legible but too faint to read clearly.Partial
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing two shoes on a light neutral background with soft shadow; rear and underside of one shoe are prominent and image is well lit with minimal reflections.
- Shot compositionTwo shoes arranged with one shoe on its side showing the outsole and the other facing rear/three-quarter; cropped close to the pair.
- Background and surfaceEven light grey background and subtle soft shadow beneath the shoes indicating studio lighting.
- LightingDiffuse studio lighting producing soft, even illumination and gentle shadowing without harsh highlights.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution product image with clear detail and visible texture in suede and rubber.
Colors
black· suede upper#0E0E0Bvery dark charcoal· leather-like stripes and topline trim#13110Edark grey· rubber outsole and heel cap#31312E- Upper materialSoft black suede upper covering the heel and side panels, with visible nap texture.
- 03

Product
Top-down view of a pair of black suede ballet-flat-style sneakers with rounded toes, stitched suede uppers, glossy leather trim stripes and an elastic lace with a plastic toggle centered on each shoe; visible branded insole text.
- Overall shapeTwo shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes and narrow, low-profile ballet-flat silhouette.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.42 · h 0.88 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.06 · w 0.42 · h 0.88 (high) - Upper material and textureSuede upper visible across toe and vamp with a matte, slightly napped texture.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.44 (high) - Stitching detailsParallel decorative topstitch lines run down the center of each toe and along seams near the vamp.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.06 · w 0.66 · h 0.36 (high) - Leather trim and side stripesGlossy leather trim outlines the oval lace opening and forms two diagonal glossy stripes on each outer side of the vamp.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.26 · w 0.52 · h 0.38 (high) - Elastic lace and toggleElastic cord lace threaded through the top opening of each shoe and secured with a small cylindrical plastic toggle centered over the vamp.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high) - Insole material and finishSmooth matte insole visible inside each shoe with a slightly textured finish around the heel area.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.42 (high) - Insole branding text, left shoe“VAGABOND”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Insole subtext, left shoe“SHOEMAKERS”
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Insole branding text, right shoe“VAGABOND”
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.66 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Insole subtext, right shoe“SHOEMAKERS”
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.78 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadowing beneath each shoe; even diffuse lighting minimizes specular highlights.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background filling the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadows and lightingSoft diffuse shadows appear beneath and slightly to the lower-left of each shoe, indicating overhead lighting.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.82 · w 0.42 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.82 · w 0.42 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionShoes are centered and aligned vertically with toe ends near the top of the frame and heels near the bottom; image cropped closely around shoes.
Colors
matte black· suede upper#0E0D0Bgloss black (glossy)· glossy leather trim and stripes#1C1C1Bwhite· insole text- Overall shapeTwo shoes shown from above with rounded toe boxes and narrow, low-profile ballet-flat silhouette.
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Love for my feet
These are one of the most comfortable shoes I’ve ever worn. They are also easy to put on and take off. Plus they are stylish - I received compliments on the shoes from colleagues. Very happy with my purchase