Russian Pointe Rubin Pointe Shoes, U-Cut Hard Shank Lightweight and quiet with a sleek pleatless toe platform, non-slip leather sole and excellent stability, Rubin is best suited to the less-full foot with square to slightly tapered toes. Rubin features a wide toe platform, low crown and fuller heel shape for the foot with less taper from metatarsal area to heel. Pre-arched construction throughout the shoe mimics the shape of the foot on pointe. Next-generation shanks provide flexibility and durability. U-Cut with drawstring.