The Mette Black Leather with Pearls
The Mette brings something extra to an everyday sandal. Crafted in soft black leather, its cross-strap design is finished with pearl studs in silver settings for a playful, considered look. Wear it with linen trousers, denim or a summer dress when you want an outfit to feel finished without too much effort. Slip it on and go, with no buckles to adjust. A warm-weather favourite that combines comfort and character, effortlessly.
The pearls give this version of The Mette a warmth and personality that works across a surprising range of looks. The crossed straps and open silhouette keep it relaxed and walkable, while the pearl detail lifts it easily into evening, party, or wedding territory — without a heel in sight.
Crafted in soft, eco-certified leather with a genuine natural rubber sole, The Mette offers comfort from the very first step. Natural rubber provides exceptional flexibility and grip, adapting to the movement of the foot rather than working against it. Like all Blankens shoes, The Mette is made by hand in a small, family-run factory in northern Portugal. The leather is European, eco certified, and PFAS free — chosen for its softness, durability, and responsible sourcing.
At Blankens, we are a small group of women designing shoes for our own lives. We test every style ourselves — walking in them, traveling in them, and wearing them through real days and nights. Each shoe is designed to have a clear purpose, solve a real wardrobe need, and earn its place over time.
The Mette in Black with Pearls is a women's flat leather slide sandal in black pebbled leather with a cross-strap upper, open toe, and pearl studs in a silver setting. It features a cushioned leather-lined insole for comfort and a natural rubber sole for flexibility, grip, and durability. The contrast of black leather and white pearls makes it versatile across casual daytime wear, summer evenings, parties, and weddings.
Size Talk
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