Leni almond opening ballet flats product image (primary)
Side view of a single black low-profile ballet flat with a pointed almond toe, low-cut topline with narrow trim, flat thin sole and a small stacked heel; smooth matte upper material and visible vertical heel seam.

Steve Madden

Leni Almond Opening Ballet Flats

CA$130.00CAD
In Stock

The Steve Madden Leni is a women's ballet flat with an almond-shaped opening, made with a genuine suede upper and a cushioned faux-leather footbed. It features a smooth outer sole with an anti-slip rubber piece at the heel, and is available in brown or black. Offered in women's US sizes 6 through 10, this low-profile flat is suitable for everyday wear.

Material
Genuine suede upper; Cushioned faux-leather footbed
Gender
female
Style
classic, casual
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Color

BlackBrown

Size

677.588.5910

Specifications

Steve Madden Leni ballet flats with genuine suede upper and almond-shaped opening.

Cushioned faux-leather footbed, smooth outer sole with anti-slip rubber at heel.

Material
Genuine suede upper; Cushioned faux-leather footbed
Style
classic, casual
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

  • Genuine suede upper
  • Almond-shaped opening
  • Cushioned faux-leather footbed
  • Smooth outer sole with anti-slip rubber at heel

Product Insights

The Steve Madden Leni Almond Opening Ballet Flat pairs a genuine suede upper with a cushioned footbed that feels comfortable out of the box and requires minimal break-in, yet the flat footbed offers no arch support and the cushioning may flatten after months of daily wear. The shoe runs true to size for average-width feet, but wider feet or those between sizes should go up half a size; a fitted heel stays secure as the suede softens slightly. The non-leather, synthetic lining breathes less than leather, making it less airy on warm days, and the sole's anti-slip rubber is limited to the heel while the rest is smooth, so it is not an all-weather flat—rain damages the water-sensitive suede, which needs protective spray and brushing. All 14 colorways are in stock at C$130, so the only real choice is color and size, not fit or features.

Verified claims

Sizing
True to size for average-width feet; wide feet may need half to a full size up, and those between sizes should go up half a size.
Arch support
Flat footbed, no built-in arch support; 67% of Zappos reviewers reported none.
Cushioning
Cushioned footbed is comfortable out of the box but may flatten after several months of daily use.
Breathability
Synthetic lining breathes less than leather, so warm-weather wear can feel less airy.
Sole grip
Anti-slip rubber is heel-only; the rest of the outer sole is smooth.
Rain readiness
Not an all-weather flat: water-sensitive suede pairs with heel-only rubber.
Material
Both Black and Brown Leni colorways pair a genuine suede upper with non-leather lining, sock and outsole
Suede care
Use a suede brush, eraser, and protective spray; avoid water on the suede upper.
Break-in
Genuine suede upper softens slightly after a few wears; a correctly fitted heel stays secure.
Variant parity
All 14 Leni variants cost C$130 and are in stock, so the choice is between color and shoe size.
Upper material parity
Both the black and brown Leni colorways use a genuine suede upper, so the color choice does not change softness, scuffing, or water sensitivity.
Heel security
The Leni is a simple slip-on with no elastic or built-in heel grip; some wearers report a loose heel, so narrow-heeled buyers may want a stick-on grip.
Online fit risk
Zappos fit survey respondents found the Leni true to width (100%) but only 67% true to size, so the main online-ordering risk is length rather than width.

Product record

Title
Leni Almond Opening Ballet Flats
Brand
Steve Madden
Price
130 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Leni almond opening ballet flats product image (primary)
01

Product

Side view of a single black low-profile ballet flat with a pointed almond toe, low-cut topline with narrow trim, flat thin sole and a small stacked heel; smooth matte upper material and visible vertical heel seam.

  • Overall silhouetteSingle shoe shown in true side profile, occupying the full horizontal span of the frame with a low, elongated almond-shaped toe and a low vamp.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.62 · w 0.96 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Upper material and finishSmooth, matte leather-like upper with very fine grain visible in highlights across the vamp.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Topline trimNarrow welt or binding runs around the low-cut topline, slightly shinier than the upper.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.61 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Toe shapeAlmond/pointed toe that tapers smoothly from the vamp to a rounded point at the front.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.64 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Sole profileVery thin flat sole with a barely raised small heel; sole appears slightly lighter at the front edge compared with the upper.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.78 · w 0.90 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.76 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Heel seamVertical seam at the rear of the shoe where the heel panels meet, with a narrow back strip wrapping the heel edge.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.66 · w 0.06 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Interior liningDark interior lining visible along the topline opening; no insole branding legible.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a seamless light gray background with soft even lighting and a subtle cast shadow beneath the shoe; image framed with substantial empty space above the shoe.

  • Background and stagingSeamless light gray background occupying the whole frame.
  • Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with soft highlights on the upper and a subtle shadow directly beneath the shoe.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.80 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (medium)
  • Shot compositionShoe centered horizontally, shown in lateral side view; large empty margin above shoe within the frame.

Colors

matte black· upper#15120Dlight beige sole edge· sole edge
Leni almond opening ballet flats product image 2
02

Product

Rear three-quarter view of two low-profile ballet flats showing the heel area, topline, and outer upper material of both shoes.

  • Overall silhouettePair of rounded-toe ballet flats shown from the rear three-quarter angle, with low flat soles and gently sloping toplines.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (medium)
  • Upper materialSmooth, slightly textured leather-like upper with visible fine grain and a matte finish.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.55 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.50 · w 0.42 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Heel seam and constructionStraight vertical seam at the center back of each shoe forming a discrete heel panel; seam stitching is visible.
    2 regionsx 0.09 · y 0.62 · w 0.14 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Topline bindingNarrow folded binding around the shoe opening with visible stitching along the edge.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.49 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.46 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sole profileVery low-profile flat outsole with slightly raised heel edge and uniform dark color distinct from upper.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.78 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.77 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Interior lining visibleDark interior lining visible inside the openings of both shoes, appearing slightly recessed from the topline.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.25 · h 0.16 (high)

Other

Studio product shot with neutral light gray background and soft shadow beneath the shoes; crop focuses on lower half of frame.

  • Background and surfaceEven light gray seamless background and surface with soft shadowing under the shoes indicating top-front lighting.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Shot compositionShoes positioned near the bottom of the frame with ample empty space above; image cropped to show rear and outer sides.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Shadows and reflectionsSoft, diffuse shadows beneath and slightly forward of the shoes; minor specular highlights along the upper indicating low-gloss finish.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.80 · h 0.25 (medium)

Colors

matte black· upper#120D0Bdark charcoal· outsole
Leni almond opening ballet flats product image 3
03

Product

Pair of black ballet flats shown from a top-down view; smooth rounded-square toe, low-cut vamp, visible stitched trim around the vamp, and embossed brand name on each insole.

  • Overall shapeTwo ballet flats displayed side-by-side in a top-down orientation with a rounded-square toe and low, narrow topline opening.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.04 · w 0.90 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Upper material and finishSmooth, slightly matte black upper with a fine leather-like texture visible from the light reflection and surface grain.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.42 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.05 · w 0.42 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Vamp stitchingNarrow stitched trim follows the vamp opening on both shoes, forming a neat seam around the topline.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Insole textureFlat black insole with a subtle pebbled texture visible in the interior of each shoe.
    2 regionsx 0.13 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Embossed insole text leftSTEVE MADDEN
    1 regionx 0.13 · y 0.62 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Embossed insole text rightSTEVE MADDEN
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.62 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Heel topline detailSlightly raised and folded heel topline with a small stitched seam visible at the back of each shoe.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.80 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high)

Other

Neutral light gray background with soft shadows beneath the shoes; top-down centered composition with even diffuse lighting.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop occupying the full image area behind the shoes.
  • ShadowsSoft drop shadows are visible beneath and slightly to the lower left of each shoe indicating diffuse overhead lighting.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.78 · w 0.84 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Shot compositionTop-down photographic view centered on the pair with both shoes fully visible and parallel to each other.

Colors

matte black· upper#2D2C2Adeep black· insole#161412

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-footwear/all-our-shoes/leni-almond-opening-ballet-flats--10778-26504?colourId=0
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