Malala
Mary jane heel
$399CAD
or 4 × $99.75 with 
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ⓘCOLOUR: Black Velvet
6 colours
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Description
Through bold and gallant designs, the Big Presence family pays tribute to the brave and daring women of our world that inspire us to lead with courage. Crafted by our expert shoemakers in Peru, The Malala is an elegant Mary Jane with a contrasting strap and toe cap that features our familiar 3-inch leather-wrapped Big Presence heel. Present yourself well.
- Material: Patent leather, velvet with studs
- Lining: Leather
- Hardware: Metal Angel safety pin buckle
- Footsock: Leather
- Sole: Glossy leather
- Heel: 3" leather-wrapped heel with a thermoplastic heel lift; reheelable
- Made in Peru
In support of girls' education around the world, John Fluevog Shoes makes recurring donations to the Malala Fund.
Check out #vog_malala to see them in the wild!
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Denny & Felicia from our San Francisco (Haight) store says:
The Malala fits true to size. The stable heel and toe lift make for easy walking and a classy silhouette.
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Description
Through bold and gallant designs, the Big Presence family pays tribute to the brave and daring women of our world that inspire us to lead with courage. Crafted by our expert shoemakers in Peru, The Malala is an elegant Mary Jane with a contrasting strap and toe cap that features our familiar 3-inch leather-wrapped Big Presence heel. Present yourself well.
- Material: Patent leather, velvet with studs
- Lining: Leather
- Hardware: Metal Angel safety pin buckle
- Footsock: Leather
- Sole: Glossy leather
- Heel: 3" leather-wrapped heel with a thermoplastic heel lift; reheelable
- Made in Peru
In support of girls' education around the world, John Fluevog Shoes makes recurring donations to the Malala Fund.
Check out #vog_malala to see them in the wild!
30 Reviews
Beautiful!
My first shoes from Fluevog, though I plan to buy more when I can. I got the Black Velvet ones and they are absolutely beautiful. I was a bit nervous about buying online, without being able to try on, but the website is helpful, and the fit guide helped too. They fit beautifully, and I am amazed by how comfortable they are. So pleased I got them!
May 14, 2024
Malala Joy!
Bought the plaid pair after loving my first pair of polka dot and lavender Malalas. Comfy and gorgeous. The perfect shoe.
April 26, 2024
These are my CEO go to shoes!
I have a couple of pairs of Malalas, including the green and pink plaid. I own several of the Big Presence family, and are the ones I wear the most at business meetings and conferences. If you want to be noticed, these fit the bill! And, they are pretty comfortable! Most of my Vogs are 10, same with this family.
January 30, 2024
The most beautiful shoe is now even more beautiful!
I’ve been a Malala fan since the very first ones, but they have outdone themselves this season! I knew I’d get the plaid pair after I saw them in the Fluevog Post, and they are so, so pretty. And then I saw the black velvet with the studs and the pink buckle, and they are STUNNING! I am swooning over them. Someone asked how I can wear heels all day at work, but the Big Presence family are as comfortable as they are beautiful. 10/10 recommend!
November 11, 2023
Beautiful Plaid Malala
I love plaid so I absolutely had to get these beauties when I saw them on the website. Hubby and I were taking a road trip to Edmonton so of course the first place we had to visit was the Fluevog store. I tried these on and was instantly in love. The fit and style are perfect for me (I took my normal size - 6.5). Thanks to Logan for all of your suggestions and patience while I tried on various styles during my visit. Always enjoy visiting my favourite Fluevog store.
September 8, 2023
A keeper
These are gorgeous and the fit is perfect for me. If you’re wearing pink or red they’re the perfect accent to your outfit. And they’re on sale. I have somewhat problematic feet but these are comfortable and so attractive and they’re on sale!
June 20, 2023
Sure thing
If you are a first time buyer of JV, try these you won’t be disappointed. I have two pairs and love both. I got my true size 6 and they fit like a dream. You can wear these with anything to amp up your look.
February 28, 2023
Great Colour Combo
This is my 3rd pair of Malala’s and 25th pair of vogs ( I know I have a problem ). I love the red/pink colour combo and they will be as great with jeans and dresses as the other two are. Everyone literally gasps when they see them and they are so comfy and true to size, it might be my favourite family. Bring back the black and cream please I wore mine to shreds.
February 20, 2023
Best dress shoes ever
I now own 5 pairs of Malala's. They are hands down the best classic dress shoe I have ever owned. Great with skirts, dresses , pants or suits. I wear a 6.5 and all but one are 6.5. I have 1 pair in size 6, simply because they are so fabulous and I had to have them.
February 9, 2023
Beautiful
These shoes are absolutely beautiful!! The fit expert indicates they fit large but I tried on a similar pair before buying and found that they were too small for my true size of 9.5. I ordered a 10 and they are perfect!
October 20, 2021
Show Stoppers!
I can't walk in to a room with these on without being stopped by every woman I pass! I got the white, mauve, teal! absolutely fabulous with jeans or a dress! These were also comfortable for being 3" I would however suggest wearing ped if you are walking any distance... I wore these for a night out in San Francisco and did a considerable amount of walking, toward the end of the night I developed a blister on my pinky toe :( but that would have been staved if I had worn a ped. Sizing was right on. I wear a 9 and have a narrower foot so I had to put the strap on second to the last hole and the fit was perfect!
August 28, 2021
disappointing: too narrow
These lovely shoes arrived in the mail today, and of course, I had to try them on immediately! Sadly, I will be returning them. Despite the advice I received via chat that it would likely be safe for me to order my usual size 9.5 (I wear a 9.5 in Adanac boots), they were too narrow, and they pinched across the tops of my feet as well. Additionally, I measured the heels and they are 3.25" from the bottom of the lift to the tip of the heel, not 2.75" as advertised. Gorgeous shoe, but too high for me to walk in comfortably. :(
May 21, 2021
Even better in person!
I had my eye on these for nearly a year and finally pulled the trigger when I saw they were selling out and on sale! Honestly, I had NO IDEA the body of the shoe was cowhide and I LOVE it! They fit true to size as I am an 8.5 and there perfect. I do find the first hole in the strap seems tight and I don't consider myself to have wide feet but hopefully they will break in a touch with wear. I also was not aware that my online order would come from a store where the shoes were tried on but Meredith was really helpful to me as I learned that. This is the beginning on my Vog Collection and I'm so excited!
February 2, 2021
The BEST heels I've ever worn!
These are my second pair of Vogs and I am in loooooove! Thanks to Denny at the Haight Street store for the sizing advice--I ordered 9s but he recommended the 8.5s and he was right on! The most comfortable heels I've ever walked around in...which is amazing. The ivory/black combo can basically be worn with everything, now I just need a reason to leave the house. Or maybe I'll just wear them while I'm working from home!
August 7, 2020
These were my very first pair of Vogs. I was introduced to the brand by a colleague. The second I stepped into the store, I knew I found a new love. The teal/dot pattern jumped out at me, and I willingly paid full pop. Of all the Vogs I’ve collected in such a short time, these are worn the most. They are TTS and so comfortable for all day wear. I may consider buying a second pair in the same colour way for future use...just in case.
June 27, 2020
Ooo-la-la!
I'm new to the Fluevog family. I explored the website and saw a plethora of goodness! I worked with Tucker, from the Chicago store. He was a pure delight! Malala embodies all that I desire in a shoe; it offers style, comfort and everything in between! I wear a size 9 in most shoes. Malala was no different. I chose the Black on Black combination and can't wait to ROCK them!
June 13, 2020
I’m in love!
Buy them. I have had my eye on them since they were released - didn’t care what colour way. I got the white pony.
Gorgeous and makes my feet look very elegant. Got a 9.5 and fits perfectly. Other Vogs are 9-9.5. I have a fat foot and no problem. They seem to cater for the fat foot.
I’m going to sleep with them on.
October 23, 2018
These fit true to size
I took the recommendation to get a 1/2 size smaller and was very disappointed to find, not only were they tight, but the size I should have ordered was now OUT OF STOCK! ARGH! I was heartbroken as I LOVE the look of the floral... I settled for the black/black--which I love as well... they were out of my price range (as the others were on sale) but that's ok... I can live on peanut butter for a while. ;-)
July 19, 2018
These make my heart flutter
I received a very generous gift of a new pair of Fluevogs. We went to the store in Upper Haight to pick my favorite (Ella Baker) that I had chosen from the website. Once at the store, my eyes fell on these. I hadn't really considered the Malala but when I saw them in real life and felt them, I had to have them. The black section is horsehair, which I hadn't realized . They are beautiful and well made and so so wonderful. They have a very cool profile. Comfortable but VERY slippery so be mindful. I wear a 8.5 -9 and the hilarious and charming sales woman suggested an 8! And they fit . The blue patent is very shiny and the heel has that thick pad on the bottom, which is a savior for those of us who favor our heels when walking. This is my 6th pair of Vogs and these are my prettiest yet. Highly recommend. You will not regret it.
May 11, 2018
What a shoe..John F. Does it again
I received my flora Malala shoe. Love it love it. I ordered a 1/2 size bigger. The fit is great for me, looks so good and feels good. Beautiful shoe, I will order another color soon.
March 16, 2018
Pick Up Your Foot So I Can See Your Shoe!
So I was in Boston last week, swung by and bought Malala on Friday, wore them for the first time today (Wednesday) and within 3 hours was asked by a complete stranger "pick up your foot so I can see your shoe". "OMG, that heel - I love those!" Well I do too, complete stranger, thank you for the compliment. :)
I'm an 8/8.5 and went with the 8 because my heel was slipping in the larger size. It's a tad bit tight across the front of my larger foot but with a little stretching they'll be fine.
October 11, 2017
Beautiful and unique
So nice! Bold, beautiful, and charming. Tried them on for fun. Fell in love.
October 9, 2017
Love them so much I have 3! (so far)
They had me at pony polka dots and teal, brightened my day with yellow and silver, and soothed me with embossed floral. The black fabric on the floral is actually velvet-like - what a wonderful surprise! I have a narrow heel and wide toe box, and they fit true to my Vog size 9.5 (altho for a little more toe wiggle room, 10 also works). They are a perfect combo of class and whimsy - go get'em
August 29, 2017
The Perfect Sybil Shoe
We to Chicago for the weekend and had to stop at Fluevog - of course. When I saw these on line - I thought - too cute for me! But I was having so much trying on shoes - Olivia was very patient and fun! I decided to try these. They ended up in my top 3!!! And purchased in my top 2!! These are so comfortable. The most comfortable heel I tried on. They are cute BUT they can also be very sexy! Try these on, you will not be disappointed. I am totally in love and will be wearing these with jeans on the weekends and with a dress to the office! LOVE LOVE LOVE
Agree - they fit true to size!
April 17, 2017
Fabulous
I had my eye on these in teal for months before I could finally try them on at the Seattle store. They exceeded my expectations by a long shot. I rarely wear heels and won't purchase them unless they are comfortable and walkable, and these fit the bill. Not only that, but they are so cute. I have only worn them out once and got lots of compliments. The sole is a bit slippery, but should get better as it gets some texture. True to size. You won't regret buying these
March 28, 2017
OMG
Oh my god.....honestly that sums up these shoes perfectly. I saw them online and could NOT stop thinking about them. So obviously for my own sanity I had to order them....seriously, can you blame me? I received them today and after spending a few moments in awe I immediately tried them on and walked (okay, maybe I pranced a little bit) through the whole office showing them off. They were so well liked I'll be surprised if I don't see them showing up in other colours! These lilac toed beauties fit perfectly and are bang on true to size.
March 10, 2017
John Fluevog Shoes
Not only are they great in the office, but also on the dance floor!
These shoes are my most favorite shoe!! They look good with any outfit and they are so comfortable. I want them all!!
Fits true to size
January 31, 2017
Look for the spring colours
Just fell in love with Malala in spring colours.... lilac toe cap and strap, white polka dot body, blue heel. How fun is that? Why aren't they on the website yet? I guess you'll have to come to a Fluevog store in person to see what I mean. They are beeyooteeful! I have never worn a pointy toe in my life, but when I tried these on I was totally convinced that I needed to give pointy toes a chance. They look so cute!
January 21, 2017
Malala
I have been dreaming of the Malala's since I first saw them online. Yesterday I took the plunge and ventured out to the Fluevog store located in the French Quarter. The store is amazing and their staff was even more so. They were having a big sale and I almost got derailed. So many fun and interesting styles to choose from. I found the Malala in the pony dot and teal combo and Katie pulled both an 8.5 and a 9 for me to try on. I am a true 8.5 and the 8.5 Malala fit me perfectly even with the pointy toe. It is truly a beautiful, well made shoe that was meant to go home with me. This was my very first vog purchase and it will not be my last. The staff was so pleasant even on a crazy busy m sale day. They took their time to ensure I had the perfect fit and a great experience. Thank you!!!
Colleen
January 1, 2017
Get them!
Purchased a Pony Dots and Teal pair at the Washington DC store...Grady is fantastic and so very patient! These fit true to size and are very comfortable! I took them with me on a business trip to England and received loads of compliments every day I wore them. Saving up for the ivory and black pair. A side of super wonderfulness for naming them for Malala!
September 17, 2016
