Pleated shoes have higher crowns due to the traditional turn-shoe method of construction. The shanks and soles are attached using nails and glue. Both of these make shoes more pliable and allow the dancer to go further over the platform. R-Class has been manufacturing pointe shoes since 1991, both under the R-Class name as well as other well-known brands throughout the world. AD69 – SOLEIA Soleai – AD69 Made on the same last as CL60 – but all new technology! Plastic component only on the platform with adaptive glue that molds and forms to the dancer’s foot. Stretch satin heel molds and forms to the dancer’s foot. Sizes 225 – 275. (CL60 – Crescenda: Moderately tapered – made on the EeD, Encore Drawstring last). We stock Vamp 2. Contact us to order options. S Shank relates to 1/2 shank, M shank relates to 3/4 shank. Always contact us prior to order if you are unsure of your size. We list the estimated US size foot that correlates to their Russian sizing. We highly recommend that you get fitted for any Pointe Shoe at a knowledgeable retail location, contact us for a virtual fitting or contact the manufacturer for more information.
