Hera Women's Block Heels

Women’s leather block heels handcrafted in Kenya for polished occasions and standout everyday dressing. Designed with stable heels, refined silhouettes and soft leather finishes, each pair brings flattering height, confident comfort and easy-to-wear elegance.

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SIX STYLES, ONE STABLE HEEL. HERE'S HOW TO PICK.

How to Choose Your Block Heels

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1. Plain leather or print

  • Plain goat leather: Cream and Black are mules with no ankle strap, easy neutrals for both occasion and elevated everyday wear. Indigo is the one leather style with an adjustable ankle strap for a more secure, dressed-up fit.
  • Artisan print fabric: Red Printed and Black Printed are mules in bold, statement prints. Floral is the printed style with an adjustable ankle strap, softer and more decorative than the other two.

2. Match the occasion

Versatile, work-to-evening: Cream, Black, or Indigo, solid tones that pair with almost anything already in your wardrobe.

Statement, standout occasions: Red Printed, Black Printed, or Floral, bold prints built to be the focal point of the outfit.

Extra security for a long event (wedding, dancing): Indigo or Floral, the two styles with an adjustable ankle strap.

3. Still Deciding?

See the real impact behind every pair: Our Impact →


HOW TO WEAR HEELS ALL DAY (WITHOUT THE DISCOMFORT)

  • Let them break in. The leather and fabric soften and mould to your foot with wear, snugger at first, better after a few wears.
  • Buckle the ankle strap snug. Too loose and your foot slides forward with every step, which is what causes discomfort by day's end.
  • Size down if you're between sizes. The material stretches slightly with wear, so a snugger start holds up better over a full day.
  • Stiletto tips are replaceable. A cobbler can swap a worn heel tip, so one worn point doesn't mean retiring the shoe.

Everything You Need to Know

What are these block heels made from?

Goat leather uppers, a soft sheep leather lining, and a full leather outsole, with a stable 8.5cm block heel. Handcrafted in Kenya.

Are block heels comfortable for all-day wear?

Yes. The cushioned lining and wide, stable block heel are built to feel supportive from morning to evening, and the open-toe design keeps feet cool through extended wear.

How do I choose the right size?

These heels fit true to size, so start with your usual size. If you're between sizes, size down, since the leather softens and moulds to your foot with wear.

How do I order and what does delivery look like?

US customers: order online as usual. Free tracked shipping, dispatched within 1 business day, tariffs included, 30-day returns.

Kenya customers: contact us via WhatsApp or call 0757 769 919. Your heels are delivered so you can try them on first, and you only pay via M-Pesa once you're happy with the fit.

How do I care for my leather block heels?

Brush off dust with a soft bristle brush, wipe marks with a damp cloth, and air dry away from heat or direct sun. Condition the leather occasionally and store with shoe trees.

BLOCK HEEL vs CLASSIC HEEL: WHICH ONE DO YOU NEED?

Both collections share the same 8.5cm heel height, the same goat leather and artisan print fabric options, and the same handcrafted construction. The difference comes down to the heel shape, and the day you're dressing for.

Shop Block Heels → | Shop Classic Heels →

  • Choose block heels if:

    • You're on your feet for most of the day (work, travel, a full day of events)
    • You want the height of a heel without trading away stability
    • You want something that works as easily for daytime as it does for evening

  • Choose stiletto heels if:

    • You want the most elegant, refined silhouette for a dressed-up occasion
    • You're dressing for something where you'll be seated or standing more than walking (weddings, dinners, formal evenings)
    • You already have block heels covered and want something to complete an occasion wardrobe

OUR IMPACT

  • 20+ women employed

  • Illustration of a girl reading a book with the number 9 inside a circle.

    9 girls kept in school

  • Logo with a hand sewing, map of Kenya, and text '100% Handcrafted in Kenya' on a white background.

    100% handcrafted in Kenya

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Jepchumba, a Kenya artisan at Miriam Bella, helping create handmade leather sandals and shoes.

JEPCHUMBA - QUALITY CONTROL

Jepchumba has worked in our Kenya workshop for three years. She's now head of quality control — the last set of eyes on every sandal before it ships. Her earnings helped fund her daughter's university fees. Her daughter is studying nursing.


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