Rosalind bow leather ballet flats Women product image (primary)
Side profile of a single black leather ballet flat showing the full outer side, rounded toe, low thin sole, rear pull tab, and a small decorative bow with a metal tip on the vamp.

Alohas

Rosalind Bow Leather Ballet Flats Women

5/5 (1)
CA$325.00CAD
In Stock

Alohas Rosalind Bow Leather Ballet Flats are women's low-profile slip-on shoes crafted with a sheep leather upper, goat leather lining, and a padded leather-covered footbed. They feature an elasticized topline with adjustable drawstring closure, a decorative bow with metal aglets, and a thermoplastic polyurethane outsole with non-slip heel grip. Made in Portugal, these flats are designed for everyday wear and offer a comfortable, flexible fit.

Material
Genuine leather upper and lining; thermoplastic polyurethane outsole
Gender
female
Style
casual, classic
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Size

3637383940

Specifications

Flexible and adjustable leather ballet flats with drawstring bow detail

Genuine leather upper and lining, elastic drawstrings, padded footbed, non-slip outsole

Material
Genuine leather upper and lining; thermoplastic polyurethane outsole
Secondary
polyurethane
Style
casual, classic
Occasion
everyday, casual
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

  • Genuine leather upper
  • Genuine leather lining
  • Elastic drawstrings
  • Padded footbed with leather top cover
  • Thermoplastic polyurethane outsole with non-slip heel grip
  • Made in Portugal
  • Flexible and adjustable fit
  • Small elastic opening for comfortable fit
  • Drawstring bow detail

Product Insights

Alohas' Rosalind Bow Leather Ballet Flats are handcrafted in Portugal from LWG-certified sheep leather that is soft, lightweight, and develops a vintage patina, offering instant comfort with no break-in and a slipper-like footbed. The fit is customizable via drawstrings and an elastic back, but the delicate leather scuffs easily and requires careful maintenance, while elastic laces and drawstrings may loosen, needing a surgeon's knot. The TPU outsole provides durability and slip resistance, and the on-demand production model reduces waste, with a voluntary carbon offset. Despite being currently out of stock, buyers praise the authentic quality over dupes.

Verified claims

Material
100% sheep leather upper is soft, lightweight, naturally lustrous, fine-grained, and ages gracefully.
Care
Sheep leather is delicate; requires waterproofing for rain and baking soda for grease stains.
Footbed
Buyers report slipper-like comfort from the cold-padded footbed with goat leather lining and flexible outsole.
Fit adjustability
Drawstring and elastic back create a two-zone fit for narrow and wide feet.
Lace security
Buyers say elastic laces come untied; a surgeon's knot or hairspray keeps them tied.
Surface delicacy
Sheep leather upper scuffs and marks easily; handle with care.
Aging patina
Sheep leather develops vintage patina and retains its natural luster.
Comfort
Sheep leather molds instantly for no break-in and weighs half as much as cowhide.
Outsole performance
TPU outsole offers 3-5x longer wear and excellent slip resistance compared to leather soles.
Ethical sourcing
Leather is LWG-certified and shoes are made in Portugal under EU labor standards.
On-demand production
Each pair is manufactured only after it is purchased via a pre-order system, eliminating overstock waste.
Carbon offset
A voluntary €2 carbon offset at checkout funds native forest regeneration and renewable energy projects.
Sustainability goals
Alohas is targeting B Corp certification, 50% more responsible materials by 2025, and carbon neutrality by 2030.
Origin quality
Made in Portugal: top-ten leather exporter with ethical production.
Authenticity value
Buyers recommend the authentic Alohas; dupes often lead to regret and eventual repurchase.
Production ethics
Produced ethically in Portugal from LWG-certified leather via on-demand manufacturing.
Fit customization
Drawstring and elastic back customize fit; drawstrings may loosen, a surgeon's knot secures them.

Product record

Title
Rosalind Bow Leather Ballet Flats Women
Brand
Alohas
Availability
Out of stock
Rating
5 stars, 1 reviews, scale 5

Image Analysis

3 images
Rosalind bow leather ballet flats Women product image (primary)
01

Product

Side profile of a single black leather ballet flat showing the full outer side, rounded toe, low thin sole, rear pull tab, and a small decorative bow with a metal tip on the vamp.

  • Overall shapeLow-profile ballet flat shown in exterior side view with a gently rounded toe, low vamp, and a flat, thin sole.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.45 · w 0.94 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Upper material and finishSmooth leather upper with a subtle sheen and fine surface grain visible across the vamp and quarter.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.70 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Collar stitching and edgeNarrow stitched trim around the shoe collar visible along the topline from heel to vamp.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.42 · w 0.70 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Rear pull tabLooped fabric pull tab rising above the heel counter at the back of the shoe.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.35 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Decorative bowSmall tied bow of thin cord sits on the vamp near the toe opening.
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Metal aglet on bowShort cylindrical metallic tip attached to one end of the bow cord, visible on the vamp.
    1 regionx 0.72 · y 0.53 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (high)
  • Sole and heelVery low-profile black outsole with a slightly raised heel block; sole appears thin and flat.
    2 regionsx 0.03 · y 0.73 · w 0.94 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a uniform light gray background with even lighting and a soft shadow beneath the shoe.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop filling the frame.
  • ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shoe extending slightly forward and rearward.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.75 · w 0.94 · h 0.08 (medium)
  • Shot compositionShoe centered horizontally and placed on a flat surface, photographed in profile with left side visible.
  • Image qualityHigh resolution with clear detail and even studio lighting; no visible text or packaging in frame.

Colors

black· upper#131414warm gold· metal tipmatte black· outsole#0E0E0E
Rosalind bow leather ballet flats Women product image 2
02

Product

Pair of black leather ballet flats shown from a rear-quarter view with visible heel pull tabs, vertical back seam, elasticized topline, low flat sole, and decorative bow with gold-tone aglets on the vamp.

  • Overall viewTwo black leather ballet flats shown from rear-quarter angle; left shoe is slightly behind and to the left, right shoe is in front and slightly to the right.
  • Heel pull tabRectangular leather pull tab extending upward from the rear of each heel with a folded top edge and visible topstitching.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.17 · w 0.15 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.43 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Vertical back seamSingle vertical seam running down the center of the heel from the topline to the sole on each shoe, with visible stitching lines.
    2 regionsx 0.23 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.49 · y 0.36 · w 0.05 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Elasticized toplineSlightly gathered, elasticized topline around the opening creating small wrinkles in the leather near the collar.
    1 regionx 0.31 · y 0.32 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Low flat soleThin, flat sole in a dark rubber material with minimal heel elevation and a narrow profile.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Vamp and bow detailLeather vamp visible on the right shoe with a tied thin leather cord bow; ends of the cord have cylindrical gold-tone metal aglets.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.35 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Leather texture and finishSmooth leather with a soft sheen and subtle natural creasing, visible highlights on curved surfaces.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Inner liningInterior lining is dark (black) and visible within the shoe openings, with a smooth, matte appearance.
    1 regionx 0.52 · y 0.30 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)

Other

Studio shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadowing beneath the shoes; image cropped to focus on rear and medial sides of the pair.

  • Background and surfaceEven light gray background and flat support surface with soft diffuse shadow directly under the shoes.
  • Shot compositionRear-quarter close-up composition showing mostly the heel and topline areas of both shoes; the toes are partially out of frame.
  • LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle highlights on leather curves and minimal specular glare.

Colors

black· upper leather#0E0E0Cvery dark gray· sole#242424warm gold· bow aglets
Rosalind bow leather ballet flats Women product image 3
03

Product

Pair of black leather ballet flats photographed from above showing square toes, elasticized toplines with decorative thin bows and small gold metal aglets, and small heel pull tabs.

  • Overall shapeTwo ballet flats photographed from a top-down view with a rounded-square toe box and low vamp exposing a rounded cutout at the throat.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.94 (high)
  • Upper material and finishSmooth black leather upper with a soft satin-like sheen and visible fine grain near the toe and around the throat seam.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.90 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Topline and throatElasticized topline forming a gathered edge around the foot opening; a rounded oval throat cutout is present on each shoe.
    2 regionsx 0.19 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Decorative bowThin round lace tied into a small bow on the vamp of each shoe, positioned just above the throat cutout.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.13 (high)
  • Metal agletsSmall cylindrical gold-colored metal aglets fitted on the lace ends, one aglet visible on each bow tip.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.21 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.86 · y 0.21 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (high)
  • Heel pull tabSmall stitched leather pull tab at the rear heel of each shoe, integrated into the topline seam.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.80 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.80 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Insole textureInterior insole appears matte black with a fine pebbled texture visible inside each shoe.
    2 regionsx 0.19 · y 0.37 · w 0.24 · h 0.41 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.37 · w 0.24 · h 0.41 (high)
  • Stitching detailVisible single-line top stitching around the throat and along the heel seam; stitching matches the black upper.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.75 (high)
  • Insole embossEmbossed text visible at the heel area of each insole: ALOHASPartial
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.13 (medium)

Other

Top-down studio shot on a light grey background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadows; no props or packaging visible.

  • Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes symmetrically arranged side by side with toes upward.
  • Background and lightingNeutral light grey background with even diffuse lighting and soft, faint shadows beneath the shoes.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution sharp image with clear detail and minimal noise.

Colors

black· upper leather#0E0E0Bmatte black· insole#1A1A16warm gold metallic· metal aglets#93928D

Customer Reviews

1 total
5

1 reviews · out of 5

Confortable et joli

Pascale P.

Confortable et joli

Reddit Insights

2 threads · r/ALOHAS, r/AusFemaleFashion

Reddit users like the Alohas ballet flats' style and comfort but commonly struggle with the elastic laces coming untied, solved by surgeon's knots or hairspray, and advise buying the authentic shoe over similar dupes.

mixed sentiment85% match

Overall sentiment is slightly positive, appreciating comfort and aesthetics, but tempered by the recurring annoyance of untied laces and some customer service issues.

Themes

Elastic lace untying issuenegative
Comfort and qualitypositive
Authenticity vs. dupespositive

Use Cases

  • Everyday fashionable flat

Watch Out For

mediumElastic laces frequently come untied, requiring extra effort to secure.
mediumCustomer service can be unresponsive or difficult (e.g., ignored complaints).

Compared To

vs Jo Mercer April flats

Jo Mercer offers a similar square-toe flat without the bow, but users generally recommend saving for the Alohas if that's the desired style.

Source Threads

  • Recommendation to buy Alohas ballet flats instead of Jo Mercer dupes

    Those Jo Mercers are lovely. But OP if Ive learnt anything when it comes to fashion, buy the thing you love. You will only find similar shoes and they will not be the Alohas. You might regret purchasing something similar and end up with them anyway. See where else you can buy the alohas and register for a discount or something, or wait for a sale. But if your heart is set, just go for it

    u/Hot_Government418r/AusFemaleFashionView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-footwear/all-our-shoes/rosalind-bow-leather-ballet-flats-women--14689-972613?colourId=0
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