Dolce Vita
Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women
Dolce Vita Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats are women's low-profile ballet flats featuring an open woven raffia upper on structured tulle, a cushioned faux-leather footbed, an adjustable golden buckle strap, and a faux-leather outsole with non-slip rubber heel insert. Designed for everyday wear, work, and commuting, they are reported by Reddit users to be comfortable for all-day wear and extensive walking, with some users owning multiple pairs. Composition: upper 100% textile, outer sole 100% other materials, lining and sock 100% leather and textile; available in US sizes 6-10, style number 97-12181-254020.
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Specifications
Women's ballet flats featuring knotted raffia upper on structured tulle with adjustable golden buckle strap.
Knotted raffia upper, cushioned faux-leather footbed, adjustable buckle strap, non-slip outsole
- Material
- Upper: 100% textile; Outer sole: 100% other materials; Lining and sock: 100% leather and textile
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- knotted raffia upper
- structured tulle mesh
- cushioned faux-leather footbed
- adjustable golden tongue buckle strap
- faux-leather outsole with non-slip rubber heel insert
- ballet flat silhouette
- women's design
Product Insights
The Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats by Dolce Vita deliver a breathable, all-day walking shoe that aligns with the mesh ballet flat revival for summer 2026, offering a breathable raffia mesh upper over tulle with an adjustable buckle and cushioned footbed to minimize heel slippage. The main tradeoff is the delicate care required—wipe clean only, avoid water—and the lining blend of water-based PU and genuine leather, which prevents the shoe from being fully vegan; sizing is true to size but wide widths are unavailable, so buyers should size up if between sizes. At a sale price of $99.95, the flats undercut similar woven styles from Steve Madden and Dolce Vita, while the upper's natural raffia is rapidly renewable and biodegradable, and the outsole uses recycled synthetic with a non-slip rubber heel insert for reliable traction.
Verified claims
- Breathability
- Raffia mesh over tulle ventilates and blocks debris, as confirmed by Dolce Vita's summer marketing.
- Sizing
- True to size; wide widths unavailable; size up if between sizes.
- Heel security
- Adjustable buckle and cushioned footbed minimize heel slippage.
- Styling
- Several buyers own multiple colors, and the flat pairs well with capri pants and linen suits.
- Value
- At $99.95 sale price, it is $37 less than similar woven flats from Steve Madden and Dolce Vita.
- Fit
- Breathable raffia-mesh upper, cushioned footbed, and adjustable strap support all-day summer walking comfort.
- Wearability
- Buyers report walking miles comfortably, with breathable upper and non-slip rubber heel insert.
- Design trend
- The mesh-and-raffia upper aligns with the 2026 mesh ballet flat trend.
- Sustainability
- Upper: 100% textile (natural raffia); Outsole: recycled synthetic; Lining: water-based leather alternative and genuine leather.
- Cleaning
- Wipe clean with a soft cloth; avoid water and harsh chemicals.
- Storage
- Store in a dry ventilated area; never crush; use cedar blocks for shape.
- Protective treatment
- Apply a natural-fiber protector spray before first wear and reapply at the start of each season to form a moisture barrier.
- Durability
- Buyers report walking miles; the raffia mesh resists fraying better than natural raffia, though light fraying may occur with heavy use.
- Raffia
- Raffia upper is rapidly renewable and fully biodegradable.
- Recycled outsole
- Outsole is recycled synthetic with a non-slip rubber heel insert.
- Lining
- Lining is water-based PU with genuine leather; not fully vegan.
- Traction
- Non-slip rubber heel insert provides reliable traction on wet or slick surfaces, though caution is still advised on very slippery floors.
- Office suitability
- The Reyes is recommended for work and office environments.
Product record
- Title
- Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women
- Brand
- Dolce Vita
- Price
- 140 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Everyday ballet flats with an adjustable strap
These Dolce Vita Reyes flats come up as a reader pick in a ballet flats discussion, with one commenter saying they bought them in two colors. The style includes a knotted raffia upper, a cushioned faux-leather footbed, and an adjustable golden buckle strap across the instep. The faux-leather outsole has a non-slip rubber heel insert for everyday wear.[3,5]
A summery flat for warm-weather outfits
The Reyes raffia mesh ballet flats are styled around summer wear, with a woven raffia look in neutral colorways. One social media poster called these flats perfect for summer, so they can be worked into warm-weather wardrobes for anyone drawn to that seasonal, raffia aesthetic.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women: Choose these if you want a summery woven-raffia ballet flat with an open mesh upper and an adjustable golden Mary Jane buckle strap, offered in Ivory/Cream Beige across sizes 6 to 10 (Brown only in size 10). They pair a cushioned faux-leather footbed and a faux-leather outsole with a non-slip rubber heel insert with genuine-leather and textile lining. Note that raffia requires gentle care: the brand advises storing them in a dry, ventilated area and avoiding crushing or tight folding to prevent permanent creases.[1,2,4,5] | Koy Basketweave Suede Ballet Flats: Choose this if you want a flat, low-profile ballet flat with a soft suede basketweave upper, cushioned leather footbed, and rubber outer sole, offered in Brown in sizes 6 through 10. Note that the brand says these run a half size large and recommends sizing down, and the shoes are unlined. If buying through the brand's own site, they are final sale and non-returnable.[6,7,8,9] | Reyes Mary Jane Ballet Flats Women: Choose this if you want a low-profile Mary Jane ballet flat with a genuine leather upper, a padded footbed, and an adjustable buckle strap across the instep. The rounded square toe is cut short enough that the tops of your toes peek out, the fit runs more narrow, and the recycled synthetic outsole is thin to keep a sleek profile but grippy enough for everyday indoor surfaces. Colors include Black, Ivory/Cream Beige, and Brown in sizes 6 through 11.[10,11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side profile of a single women's ballet flat showing a pointed toe, woven raffia-style open mesh upper, a thin instep strap with a small metal buckle, and a low brown flat sole.
- View and orientationLeft-side profile of one flat shoe positioned horizontally with toe to the right and heel to the left.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.40 · w 0.94 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper constructionOpen woven raffia-style mesh upper with repeated oval/diamond-shaped openings revealing a lighter lining beneath.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.86 · h 0.27 (high) - Toe shapePointed/almond toe formed by the continuous woven upper.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.46 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Instep strapThin strap crossing the instep, made from the same woven material, attached near the inner side and secured with a small rectangular metal buckle.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.39 · w 0.10 · h 0.16 (high) - Heel counterSolid woven heel counter distinct from the open mesh, with tighter textured weave and visible vertical seam near the back edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.28 (high) - Sole profileLow flat outsole in a darker brown material with a thin profile and slight lip extending under the toe.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.72 · w 0.90 · h 0.08 (high) - Topline bindingNarrow fabric or synthetic binding around the shoe opening matching the upper color and forming a smooth rim.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.78 · h 0.07 (high) - Stitching detailVisible stitching along the sole edge and around the heel seam matching the upper color.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.66 · w 0.92 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the shoe; single shoe centered horizontally.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray background with no visible props or packaging; shoe casts a faint soft shadow on the surface.
- LightingSoft, diffuse lighting from above producing even illumination and minimal harsh shadows.
- Image cropFull shoe visible with modest top and bottom padding; image centered horizontally with extra empty space above the shoe.
Colors
light beige raffia· woven mesh upperwarm tan· heel counter and bindingmedium brown· outsolewarm gold metal· instep buckle- View and orientationLeft-side profile of one flat shoe positioned horizontally with toe to the right and heel to the left.
- 02
Product
Pair of low-profile woven raffia ballet flats shown from the rear/three-quarter angle; visible Mary-Jane style strap with a small metal buckle, woven heel counter, mesh-like woven side panels, and thin brown flat soles.
- Overall silhouetteTwo low-profile ballet flats shown from a rear three-quarter view, with rounded heels and shallow vamp; the right shoe is in the foreground and the left shoe sits behind it.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.52 (high) - Woven mesh side panelsSide panels are open woven raffia/mesh with a repeating interlaced pattern creating small diamond-shaped openings.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.48 · w 0.58 · h 0.36 (high) - Heel counter textureHeel counters are tightly woven raffia with a denser texture than the side panels and a triangular seam where the heel meets the side panel.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.25 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high) - Mary-Jane strap and buckleThin woven strap across the instep with a small metallic buckle and a wrapped raffia loop at the buckle attachment.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.28 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high) - Outsole and heel edgeThin flat outsole with a brown wood-toned edge visible along the bottom perimeter; the sole is very low-profile with a slight heel pad.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.81 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.82 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Top binding trimNarrow fabric or raffia binding trims the shoe opening around the collar, matching the raffia color and slightly padded.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light gray seamless background with soft shadows; image frames the two shoes with even diffuse lighting and no visible text or packaging.
- Background and surfaceUniform pale gray seamless background and surface with soft drop shadows beneath the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Number of shoes visibleTwo individual shoes are visible, arranged with one slightly behind and to the left of the foreground shoe.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.42 · w 0.90 · h 0.52 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with soft, short shadows cast below and slightly left of the shoes.
Colors
natural raffia beige· woven raffia upper#E4C49Bwarm beige· heel counter dense weave#E4C49Bmedium wood brown· outsole edge- Overall silhouetteTwo low-profile ballet flats shown from a rear three-quarter view, with rounded heels and shallow vamp; the right shoe is in the foreground and the left shoe sits behind it.
- 03
Product
Pair of women's ballet flats shown from a top-down view with square toes, woven raffia-style mesh uppers, Mary Jane straps with small metal buckles, and smooth beige insoles with printed brand text.
- Overall pair layoutTwo shoes presented side-by-side in a top-down view with toes toward the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.94 (high) - Toe shape and upper geometrySquare-toe front on each shoe with a low-profile vamp opening; uppers form a continuous rounded rectangular opening around the instep.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.42 (high) - Woven mesh upperUpper material is an open weave raffia-style mesh forming a repeating honeycomb-like pattern with visible underlayer showing through the holes.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.80 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.03 · w 0.44 · h 0.80 (high) - Mary Jane strapThin woven strap crosses the instep on each shoe, attached at the outer side and secured with a small buckle on the outer edge.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Buckle detailSmall rectangular metal buckles on the outer side of each strap with a short strap tail visible on the left shoe.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.54 · w 0.09 · h 0.09 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.54 · w 0.09 · h 0.09 (high) - Insole finishSmooth, lightly padded beige insole visible inside each shoe with a rectangular heel pad area and a narrow vertical decorative line toward the toe.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.26 · w 0.30 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.26 · w 0.30 · h 0.55 (high) - Brand text on insole left“dolce vita”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.65 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Brand text on insole right“dolce vita”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.65 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high) - Inner side liningInner side wall shows the woven mesh edge folded to form a narrow binding around the opening.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio top-down product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting and faint shadowing underneath each shoe.
- Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft diffuse lighting and subtle shadows beneath the shoes.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes fully within the frame except for tiny outer-edge padding to the sides.
Colors
natural raffia beige· woven upper#E3C39Cwarm beige· insole#D5C5A3warm gold metallic· buckle#BC9B6B- Overall pair layoutTwo shoes presented side-by-side in a top-down view with toes toward the top of the image and heels toward the bottom.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Dolce Vita
REYES WIDE BALLET FLATS LT NATURAL WOVEN RAFFIA
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4572671 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 6 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572672 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 7 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572673 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 7.5 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572674 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 8 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572675 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 8.5 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572676 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 9 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572677 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Ivory/cream Beige - 10 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
| 4572684 | Reyes Raffia Mesh Ballet Flats Women - Brown - 10 | CA$99.95CA$140.00 | Yes |
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Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/Aritzia, r/NYCbitcheswithtaste, r/TallGirlsReddit users find Dolce Vita flats, particularly the Reyes model, to be exceptionally comfortable and stylish, often purchasing multiple pairs.
All mentions of Dolce Vita flats are positive, highlighting comfort, all-day wear, and repeat purchases without any criticism.
Themes
Use Cases
- Workwear
- Everyday wear / commuting
- Walking long distances
Source Threads
User recommends Dolce Vita Reyes flats and owns multiple colors
dolce vita reyes flats! I got in 2 colors
u/isabella5102r/AritziaView thread →
User expresses love for Dolce Vita flats
I love my dolce vita flats
u/Environmental-Kale56r/NYCbitcheswithtasteView thread →
User recommends Dolce Vita flats for comfort and walking
Dolce Vita! They are so comfortable. I have several pairs and can (and often do) walk miles in them.
u/cocktailskirtr/TallGirlsView thread →