
Casa Hernanz
Spain · Est. 1845 · Affordable
Casa Hernanz is a family-run espadrille shop in Madrid that dates to 1845. Artisan Toribio Hernanz opened it near Plaza Mayor to sell espadrilles and practical goods to people arriving from the surrounding countryside. Successive generations kept the business on Calle de Toledo, where the shop remains today. Traditional flat espadrilles are its best-known offering, alongside wedges, platforms and styles for women, men and children. The shop also sells rope, basketry, sacks and other goods made with natural fibres. That wider selection reflects its history as a working shop rather than a footwear label built around seasonal collections. Visitors can shop at Calle de Toledo 18, while a smaller selection of espadrilles is available online. Many listed styles are handmade in Spain, but shoppers should check individual descriptions: the store also carries products identified with other makers, including Gaimo. Casa Hernanz is especially useful for someone seeking a classic Spanish espadrille and the experience of visiting a long-standing Madrid shop.