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Alaïa Mules in Suede, Black
The Mules in Suede, Black is an authentic Alaïa pair of shoes in Black. Alaïa shoes are made in Italy and built around a few ideas the house returns to every season: the fishnet ballet flat, the heart shaped Le Coeur, and heels with a sculptural shape. Coveti authenticates every pair before it ships.
Alaia mules slip on easily and keep the line of the foot clean. Closed pointy mules. Sculptural upper with two pointy ears detail. Squared pointed toe. Kitten heel wrapped in leather. Suede goatskin leather. Made in Italy. Wear them for lunch in town and evenings out.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Alaïa, Paris, founded 1979 by Azzedine Alaïa
- Product: Mules in Suede, Black, mules
- Collection: Alaia 2026 Collection
- Colour: Black
- Composition: 100% goat suede leather
- Size: Italian sizing, EU 35 to 41 (UK 2 to 8). Heel height 25 mm. Sizes the house has sold out of show as unavailable.
- Made in: Italy
- Reference: AA3M2030I117999
- Authenticity: 100% authentic, verified by Coveti before dispatch
- Shipping: Worldwide by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured to 110% of value and signature required
How to Wear the Mules in Suede, Black
Pair them with a slip dress and a woven bag.
- With denim: Ballet flats with straight jeans and a white shirt is the easiest way to wear the house.
- With a full skirt: A flat with a midi skirt and a fitted knit gives the classic Alaïa line.
- For evening: A sculptural heel and a Le Coeur slingback both finish a black dress.
- In summer: Thong sandals and mules go with linen and slip dresses.
Explore more in mules and Alaia shoes.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Mules in Suede, Black Product Details
| Brand | Alaïa, Paris, France |
| Collection | Alaia 2026 Collection |
| Colour | Black |
| Composition | 100% goat suede leather |
| Size | Italian sizing, EU 35 to 41 (UK 2 to 8). Heel height 25 mm. Sizes the house has sold out of show as unavailable. |
| Made in | Italy |
| Styling | Pair them with a slip dress and a woven bag. |
| Care | Brush the suede with a soft brush and keep the pair away from rain. Store them in their dust bags. |
| Reference | AA3M2030I117999 |
Alaïa Shoe Size Guide
Alaïa shoes use Italian (EU) sizing, and half sizes are offered on many styles. The sizes made for the Mules in Suede, Black are the ones in the size selector, and any the house has sold out of show as unavailable. The table converts EU to UK and US sizes.
| EU | UK | US |
| 35 | 2 | 5 |
| 36 | 3 | 6 |
| 37 | 4 | 7 |
| 38 | 5 | 8 |
| 39 | 6 | 9 |
| 40 | 7 | 10 |
| 41 | 8 | 11 |
| 42 | 9 | 12 |
About Alaïa
Alaïa is the Paris house Azzedine Alaïa opened in 1979, showing his first ready-to-wear collection the year after. The press called him the King of Cling for the way he cut knit and leather to the body. Richemont has owned the house since 2007. Pieter Mulier led the studio as creative director from 2021 to 2026, bringing back the ballet flat, the second-skin knit and bags such as Le Teckel, and the in-house studio now carries the collections. The shoes, bags and accessories are made in Italy.
“The Mules in Suede, Black has one strong detail, and Alaïa keeps everything else simple.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti
How Alaïa Compares
Shoppers cross-shopping the Mules in Suede, Black typically also consider The Row, Khaite and The Attico. The Row is the one for minimal flats and loafers, Khaite for polished pointed boots and The Attico for statement heels. Alaïa is the house for the fishnet ballet flat and heels where the shape of the heel is the whole idea. Explore the full Alaïa collection at Coveti.
SHIPPING AND AUTHENTICITY
Shipping & Authenticity
- Authenticity guaranteed: 100% authentic Alaïa, verified by Coveti before dispatch.
- Made in Italy, as the house lists it.
- Express shipping worldwide by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured to 110% of value until signature.
- 14-day returns from the delivery date. The piece must be unused with the Coveti security tag attached, and the return is submitted through the return centre.
- Duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes fall due on import. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Mules in Suede, Black authentic?
Yes. Every Alaïa piece sold by Coveti is 100% authentic and authenticity-verified before dispatch, including the Mules in Suede, Black, reference AA3M2030I117999.
What size should I order in the Mules in Suede, Black?
Italian sizing, EU 35 to 41 (UK 2 to 8). Heel height 25 mm. Sizes the house has sold out of show as unavailable. The size guide above converts EU sizes to UK and US sizes.
Who is Alaïa?
Alaïa is the Paris fashion house founded by the Tunisian-born couturier Azzedine Alaïa, who opened it in 1979 and showed his first ready-to-wear collection in 1980. He was known as the King of Cling for his body-sculpting knits and leather. Richemont has owned the house since 2007. Pieter Mulier was creative director from 2021 to 2026, and the in-house studio now designs the collections.
Why are Alaïa ballet flats so popular?
The fishnet and mesh ballet flat was revived under Pieter Mulier and has been one of the most worn designer flats since. It comes with a buckled strap across the instep and a thin sole, and the house now makes it in leather, satin, crystal mesh and shearling.
Where are Alaïa shoes made?
In Italy. The Mules in Suede, Black is listed above as 100% goat suede leather.
How should I care for the Mules in Suede, Black?
Brush the suede with a soft brush and keep the pair away from rain. Store them in their dust bags. Rest leather soles between wears and have them protected by a cobbler before heavy use.
Can I return Alaïa to Coveti?
Yes. Coveti accepts returns within 14 days of the delivery date. The piece must be unused with the Coveti security tag attached. Sale items, jewellery, swimwear and bespoke pieces are final sale, and a flat return processing fee is deducted from the refund.
Does Coveti ship Alaïa internationally?
Yes. Coveti ships Alaïa worldwide with DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured to 110% of value until signature. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on import. The full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
