Flats

The Gabriela Hearst flats collection is made in Italy from traceable materials including Nappa leather, suede, raffia and hand-crocheted cashmere. Ballet flats come in smooth Italian Nappa leather and suede, with a close-cut last that holds its shape over time. The selection includes both pointed and rounded toes in black, ivory and seasonal shades. Loafers are made from full-grain leather, with low-profile soles and minimal hardware.

Flat sandals include crochet styles hand-worked in signature cashmere yarns, made in collaboration with artisan cooperatives across South America. Espadrilles and raffia styles use natural-fibre uppers with jute soles, bringing a lighter construction to the warmer months. Black and brown flats form the core palette, and all styles are made in Italy to Italian sizing.

Leather is sourced from tanneries with traceable supply chains, while the cashmere used for the crochet sandals meets the same fibre-quality standards applied across the women’s collection. A ballet flat or loafer sits naturally with the clean tailoring of the suits collection and wide-leg trousers. Cashmere crochet sandals work with the softer, more relaxed shapes of warm-weather pieces. Production runs are kept limited to maintain artisan capacity and protect the quality of the materials.