This quality leather character shoe from is a preferred style to all professionals. The handstitched sole is also made of leather and features a standard 1' heel and rounded toe that taps can be added to. The lace-up front offers a custom fit. Salvatore 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 '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 created and the camaraderie he shared with the dancers molded the direction that his company would follow. In this image, the brand was established to promote and recognize ongoing achievements and participation in dance. 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. 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. pledges their support and dedication to the advancement of dance, theater and recreation in communities worldwide.
100% Leather
Made in USA or Imported
Leather sole
This shoe's sizing is equivalent to street shoe size
Taps, suede or rubber can be added to the sole
1' Stacked leather heel
