The Foundation Flat - Black
An elegant, architectural ballet flat that feels as good as it looks. Designed for everyday wear, these slip-on shoes are cut, sewn and crafted by hand from supple, LWG-certified leather and their shape is defined by the natural curve of the foot. The directional squared toe and flattering vamp give the humble ballet flat a simple yet modern update.
MATERIALS & FIT
- If you're in between sizes, please size up. View our size guide here.
- Have a high instep, need a wider fit or unsure about your size? Contact us here
- 100% Leather upper and lining from LWG-certified partner
- Memory foam padding for extra comfort
- Heel height measures 5mm or 0.2 inches
- Visit our Care Guide for detailed instructions
SHIPPING & RETURNS
ESSEN offers complementary worldwide shipping and returns on all orders over €300.
We’re an Australian brand, but most of our shoes are shipped from Europe. Our warehousing and distribution are deliberately located close to our factories so we can produce only what we need and minimise the total distance your shoes have to travel.
Europe
Standard delivery: 2-4 business days
World
Standard delivery 4-10 business days
Express delivery 3-5 business days
Purchased items can be returned within 14 days of the delivery date.
Please note that import duties and taxes may apply to international orders and are the responsibility of the customer. You can find the full details on our Shipping & Handling page.
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- SPserena p.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Foundation Flat - ChampagneI recommend this productAge Range 65+Usual Size EUR 39 - AUS/US 8 - UK5.5Size Purchased 39Rated 5 out of 5 stars12 hours agoMrs Serena Percival
Love them!
- HHHailey H.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Foundation Flat - Black PatentI recommend this productAge Range 25 - 34Usual Size EUR 41 - AUS/US 10 - UK7Size Purchased 41Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoBeautiful!
Have been loving my new foundation flats!
- NONatalie O.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Foundation Flat - BurgundyI recommend this productAge Range 35 - 44Usual Size EUR 42 - AUS/US 10.5 - UK8Size Purchased 43Rated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoObsessed with them
I absolutely love these they are the most comfortable flat I have ever worn. So soft and easy to break in. I live in New York and walk at least 10k steps a day and most of the day in my feet and they are comfortable all day wear! The color is so pretty and goes w pretty much everything
- RERUTHIE E.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Foundation Flat - IvoryI recommend this productAge Range 45 - 54Usual Size EUR 38 - AUS/US 7.5 - UK5Size Purchased 38Rated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agogorgeous shoes
I'm very happy with these shoes. They are gorgeous and very comfortable.
- HFHelen F.Verified BuyerReviewingThe Foundation Flat - TanI recommend this productAge Range 65+Usual Size EUR 37 - AUS/US 6.5 - UK4Size Purchased 37Rated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoFoundation flat
Love them. So comfortable and the colour (tan) goes with everything
