Bloch Dance Women's Pro Arch Canvas and Mesh Split Sole Ballet Shoe/Slipper Textile Imported Leather sole Shaft measures approximately low-top from arch A soft but durable square canvas upper is combined with fine mesh inserts that hug to the foot and allow it to breathe; Cotton with anti-bacterial properties lines canvas Elastic binding without cord encircles the top line of the shoe to create a continuous and clean line and seam lines have also been positioned to avoid discomfort from ridges The forefoot outsole pad is wider and shorter creating a flatter platform to pivot on, eliminating bulk in the arch and providing maximum metatarsal protection Elastic straps Sizing: Start with 2 sizes down from street shoe