The Livia Black Leather

The Livia makes getting dressed feel polished without effort. In soft black leather, its sculpted open square toe and backless shape give the classic mule a modern twist. The walkable heel adds just enough lift for workdays, dinners or a weekend in the city. Wear it with tailored trousers, denim or a favourite dress for a clean, confident finish. Elegant without feeling too formal, it's a kind of shoe you'll reach for often.

Designed by Blankens in Stockholm and produced in Portugal, The Livia is crafted using responsibly sourced leather from European tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group. Each pair is made in a small, family-run factory with long experience in traditional shoemaking. Its clean construction and versatile silhouette are designed to stay relevant beyond a single season, while the soft leather wears beautifully over time.

Team Blankens creates shoes from the perspective of women who actually wear them. We balance comfort, character, and craftsmanship to make styles that work in real wardrobes and real lives. The Livia reflects that approach: distinct enough to complete an outfit, comfortable enough to reach for often, and uncomplicated enough to wear in more than one way.

The Livia is a black women’s leather heeled mule made from soft leather. It has a backless slip-on construction, a closed vamp, an open square toe, and a slim kitten heel. This black open-toe leather mule is designed for women and works as an everyday heel, an office shoe, or an evening shoe. It can be worn with dresses, skirts, trousers, denim, and tailored clothing during spring and summer or indoors throughout the year.

Open square toe and sculpted shape give this slip-on a modern look.

Leather-covered heel adds a subtle lift.

Tunit sole for everyday wear.

Fits true to size. If you are between sizes, choose the larger size for more room at the toe. The soft leather adapts with wear.

We use only European Gold rated Leather Working Group leathers. The upper is soft black leather with a smooth finish. It has a leather lining, a Tunit sole and a slim 4 cm kitten heel covered in leather.

Treat your shoes to make them last longer! Regular care keeps your shoes beautiful, soft, and strong. By cleaning, conditioning, and protecting the leather, you preserve its suppleness, prevent cracks, and maintain its natural shine. Think of it as skincare — for your most trusted companions. A small ritual that makes a big difference, keeping your Blankens favorites fresh and ready for every season.

We recommend using a protective spray, such as the Water Proofer, before first wear and reapply regularly to guard against moisture and stains.

Wipe away surface dirt with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Condition the leather regularly with a suitable neutral or black leather cream to keep it soft and maintain the finish. Allow the shoes to dry naturally away from direct heat, and store them in a dust bag when not in use.

Don't forget the inside. Refresh the insole by cleaning it with The Foam Cleaner.

We recommend storing them in a cool, dry place when not in use, with a shoe tree or paper stuffing to maintain shape. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture and direct heat.

The Livia

How to use these measurements
Insole length is measured from heel to toe. Leave a little room at the front: boots may feel more comfortable with a little extra space, while loafers usually fit best with less. Pointed styles extend beyond where the toes sit, so the pointed tip does not provide extra room for the toes. If you are between sizes, a thin insole can help create a half-size. For closed heels, a half insole can fine-tune the fit.

Heel height: 4 cm