SOLE:
These have the Aris Allen Raw Sole - which is made from flexible hard leather that gets "faster" over time by repeatedly absorbing the natural humidity in the air (especially at a dance) and drying.
SPECS:
The footbed is cushioned, and the sole is the fabulous Aris Allen Raw Sole; awesome to dance on. Aris Allen's philosophy is that your dancing will look more authentic if you wear the same shoes the dance was invented in. The peep-toe is purposely kept 1940s small so you're still pretty protected if you get kicked in the toe.
A note about handmade Aris Allen Women's Rugcutters -
The shoe on your foot is the product of a craftsman who sees the shoe from start to finish. They are not stamped out. Expect tiny imperfections.
SHOELACES:
If you want to customize these, it's pretty easy to replace the shoelaces with colored ribbon (that may or may not wrap up your ankles).