Capezio's Juliet ballet shoe is top notch when it comes to a breathable, comfortable feel. The canvas ballet slipper features pre-attached elastic at the heel for a custom fit, suede sole patches that glide delicately, a moisture-absorbent lining, and a sculpted, seamless arch that molds to the perfect fit. Salvatore Capezio was born in 1871 in Muro Lucano, Italy. Uninterested in following in his father's footsteps as a construction engineer, he became an artist of his own right, a cobbler. In 1887, at the age of 17, he opened his shop on Broadway and 39th Street, diagonally across from the old Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. Soon, the shop became a meeting place for dancers who would stop by to discuss their needs and to get a pair of his shoes. As Capezio's popularity grew, dancers from around the world made it a point to visit him and purchase his shoes. The innovation of the products that Salvatore Capezio created and the camaraderie he shared with the dancers molded the direction that his company would follow. In this image, the Capezio brand was established to promote and recognize ongoing achievements and participation in dance. Capezio products remain in the forefront in quality and in technological advances with innovations like the split-sole, the stretch-insert, the Dansneaker and the Tapsneaker. Capezio believes that their success is dependent upon the individual commitment of each customer to continually set new standards of creativity and performance, while preserving a reputation for dependability and distinction. Capezio pledges their support and dedication to the advancement of dance, theater and recreation in communities worldwide.

Bar-tacked elastic drawstring, Pre-attached criss-cross elastics. Hammered pleats for smooth floor contact, Precision trimmed forefoot padding ensures a flat shoe. Contoured, durable chrome tanned suede sole patches, Polyester and cotton lining. Canvas constructed ballet shoe, Split-sole with patented diamond gusset creates a seamless, sculpted arch. Begin 1 size up from street shoe size. Synthetic sole. Imported. 100% Canvas.

Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry. : B002CQTYLG. Manufacturer: Capezio. Date First Available: October 24, 2004. Department: Womens. Item model number: Canvas Juliet. Package Dimensions: 14 x 5 x 5 inches; 2 Pounds.