Bloch Dance Girl's Elasta Bootie Leather and Elastic Split Sole Jazz Shoe 100% Leather and elastic Importado Rubber sole Leather upper with split sole EVA forefoot and heel pads for flexibility when pointing and flexing Elastic insert replaces the need for laces in this half boot/half shoe Toe shape allows toes to spread in demi pointe position and exceptional fit has been achieved in the upper arch Sizing: Start with 1/2 size up from street shoe.