This feminine bow sandal from Loeffler Randall is at the top of every girly-girls wishlist. They’re a statement maker, but surprisingly are very versatile. Today I’m reviewing one of the chicest items in my wardrobe: the Loeffler Randall Penny Bow Sandal. If you’re torn between the Penny or Emilia knot sandal, I hope this post helps!

Loeffler Randall Penny Bow Sandal Review

Loeffler Randall is a small, family-owned business with a focus on craftsmanship and sustainability. Therefore, they don’t make large quantities in an effort to prevent waste. For that reason, their items sell out frequently. The Penny Knot mule is their number one bestseller and they have an ongoing waitlist for them.

Penny Knot Bow Sandal

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I own the Penny Bow Sandal in rose gold, and the Emilia Pleated Knot Sandal in Gold. The only difference between styles is the heel height. The Penny is 3.5 inches, whereas the Emilia has a 2-inch heel.

Fun Fact: Each pair on Emilia sandals has 400 pleats, giving it their signature “toothpick” pleat. These heels are truly a one of a kind, special piece to add to your closet and elevate any outfit whether it’s paired with distressed jeans or a feminine dress.

sizing

Personally, I find the Penny Knot mule to run small and recommend to size up. I own a half size up in the Penny (8.5) and I ordered a full size up in the Emilia (9) to compare. I have a little room around my heel in the full size up (gold Emilia mule), and my foot fits perfectly in the half size up (rose gold Penny sandal), depending on your fit preference.

quality

Each Penny Bow Sandal is handmade with care and made from pleated gold lamé. With regular wear, you can experience fraying if it has frequent friction. The shoe has a leather sole with a padded footbed.

price

The Loeffler Randall Penny sandal retail for $395 full-priced, but you can often find them on sale at Bloomingdales, Tuckernuck, and Shopbop. Although, sizes sell out quickly when they’re on sale! The Emilia knot mule retails for $350. I purchase both of mine during a Shopbop sale.

If you’re torn on getting the Penny or the Emilia, I would say the Emilia is more wearable since the heel is shorter, though I think the extra heel height with the Penny is more flattering. I love to dress down the Emilia mule with jeans.

Penny Knot Bow Sandal

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