The Nella Grey Olive Suede
The Nella brings together the comfort of a sneaker and the refined shape of a ballet flat. Soft grey-olive suede gives this Sneakerina an understated finish that works with denim, tailoring and relaxed travel outfits. Designed for days filled with walking, from city errands to airports and sightseeing, it keeps the feeling easy without looking too sporty. A versatile alternative to trainers when you want a little more polish.
Like all Blankens shoes, The Nella is handcrafted in a small, family-run factory in northern Portugal. We use European leather sourced from Gold Rated Leather Working Group tanneries, ensuring high quality, responsible sourcing, and a lower environmental impact.
At Blankens, we are a small group of women designing shoes for our own lives. We wear and test every style ourselves, carefully working through fit, function, and feeling — making sure each shoe has a clear role in the wardrobe. We make the shoes that make the outfit — and they are comfortable too.
The Nella is a women’s leather Sneakerina made in soft suede with hand-stitched detailing along the toe. The lace-up construction makes the fit highly adjustable, allowing the shoe to adapt easily to different foot shapes and needs throughout the day. It sits on a lightweight, flexible driver sole that follows the natural movement of the foot, offering comfort and stability without stiffness. A padded leather heel tab adds support at the back, while the low, streamlined profile keeps the shoe easy to style — from relaxed tailoring and denim to dresses and travel looks.
Size Talk
Hear our founder Cecilia Blankens describe the size and fit of this model.