The Radford Grey Olive Leather

The Radford brings the sharpness of a heel with an effortless feel. Its balanced heel sits beneath the foot, adding stability to a striking pump silhouette. Grey-olive leather shifts beautifully with the light, bringing an unexpected softness to tailoring, denim and evening dresses. Wear it from a busy day at work to dinner when you want a polished finish without sacrificing comfort. Confident, versatile and full of character.

Like all Blankens shoes, The Radford is crafted by hand in a small, family-run factory in 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 Radford is a women’s leather pump made in smooth, premium leather in a versatile grey olive tone, featuring a classic d'Orsay-inspired silhouette with a softly wrapped leather upper. It features a low heel that is centered directly under the heel for exceptional balance and stability. The considered construction and clever fit reduce pressure on the foot, making it an elegant and reliable choice for long days and late celebrations. A refined, modern pump designed to carry you from morning presentations to dinner — and beyond — without the usual pinch.

Pointed shape with extra room at the forefoot.

Balanced heel placement helps create a steady feel.

Flexible Tunit sole for everyday wear.

Fits true to size. The pointed shape has extra width at the forefoot. If you are between sizes, size down.

We use only European leather from tanneries rated Gold by the Leather Working Group. The upper is smooth grey olive leather. It has a smooth black leather lining and a slim Tunit sole with a leather-covered heel.

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.

Condition the leather regularly with shoe cream to keep it soft and prevent drying and to maintain color and finish. Use a damp cloth to remove dirt and keep them looking fresh.

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 Radford

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: 6 cm
Inner sole:
36 = 23,6 cm
37 = 24,3 cm
38 = 25 cm
39 = 25,6 cm
40 = 26,3 cm
41 = 27 cm
42 = 27,5 cm