The Florence Brown Suede

The Florence brings refined ease to everyday dressing. Soft suede, thoughtful construction and a built-up insole make it a loafer you can wear through busy days without thinking twice. Its brown tone works with denim, tailoring and an all-black outfit that needs a softer touch. Understated but full of character, The Florence is made for the hours between morning coffee and evening plans, when comfort and polished looks matter.

Like all Blankens shoes, The Florence 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 are the customer. Every style is worn, tested, and refined by us to ensure it has a clear function and place in your wardrobe. We make the shoes that make the outfit — and they are comfortable too.

The Florence is a women’s loafer made in durable suede with contrasting white stitching. It features a built-up insole for added support and comfort, a soft and flexible construction that adapts to the foot, and a rounded toe for an easy, relaxed silhouette. A carefully designed everyday loafer that combines comfort, versatility, and timeless style.

Soft suede and a built-up insole bring comfort to a polished loafer.

Flexible Tunit sole moves with the foot.

An easy choice for workdays and dinner plans.

Fits true to size. Soft suede adapts with wear. The built-up insole is cushioned, and the rounded toe offers room.

We use only European leather from tanneries rated Gold by the Leather Working Group. The upper is made from soft brown suede with a deep, velvety finish. Lined in smooth leather. Finished with a durable, flexible Tunit sole.

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.

Use a suede brush to remove dirt and salt stains and to maintain texture.

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 inner sole length is measured from heel to toe. Add a bit of extra space for the feet. For shoes with a pointed toe, keep in mind that your foot will not extend all the way into the pointed end.

The Florence

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.

The Florence is true to size

Inner sole:

36 = 23,7 cm

37 = 24,4 cm

38 = 25,1 cm

39 = 25,8 cm

40 = 26,5 cm

41 = 27,2 cm

42 = 27,9 cm