Arche Laius SKU: #7203985
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View the Video Description for this product! (Please note that the color shown in the video may no longer be available.)- Please note: If you normally wear a 1/2 size, Arche® recommends ordering the next size up. So if you wear an 8 1/2, please order a 9.
- Amazingly comfortable, this sweet and stylish ballet-inspired skimmer is available in a myriad of colors.
- Upper comes in soft nubuck or metallic leather.
- Leather lining.
- Lightly padded footbed.
- Flexible and lightweight sole.
- Heel Height: 1⁄2 in
- Weight: 6 oz
- Product measurements were taken using size 38 (US 7). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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2 people found this review helpful
December 3, 2011
Joyce G
from River Forest, Illinois
I wish I could wear these all the time -- well, I practically do. I have foot problems (bunions and poor arches), and a teaching job that involves standing and walking all day long. The Arche Laius are soft and flexible, and so comfortable! Their classic ballet style goes with everything from jeans to evening clothes. There's no question that they are expensive, but absolutely worth the price. In the long run, they have proved to be a much better buy than the many pairs of cheaper and less well-made shoes that end up sitting in my closet.
Brands I'd also recommend: Taryn Rose
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2 people found this review helpful
October 10, 2011
Anonymous
I purchased this shoe right before I went to Paris! I don't know what I would have done without it. It looked so good with capris, and I felt like I fit right in with the Parisians. Most importantly, it was so comfortable. I have a rather large bunion, but it fit right over it. I did not feel like there was any problem with the arch, which I thought was going to bother me. I wore them every waking moment for 8 days. I just ordered another pair in another color as they are on sale. My shoe was the one that kind of looks like faux lizard skin, can't remember the name of it.
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October 12, 2011
Anonymous
Beautiful, comfortable shoe, but overpriced. Also, unfortunately it runs small- their size 12 is at best 11.5 (43 Eur), not a 44 Eur.
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October 7, 2011
Anonymous
These shoes are very comfortable and look good too.
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About Arche
Arche shoes are made exclusively in France by a team of crafts artisans devoted to bringing you the quality you deserve. Arche brings you a rich and inviting color palette gathered from the latest fashion trends. After much research into contours and shapes, Arche has devised shoes, boots and sandals that will provide you with hours and hours of comfort and well being. Modern, simple, and durable, a timeless classic that has made Arche a "trademark" of great style. Arche brings you the best in supple European leathers and the softest nubucks. Arche´s unique care with the traditional tannery process allows these leathers to maintain their authentic look and feel. Arche was established in Paris in 1968 by Pierre Robert Helaine with the philosophy: “If you can´t think, walk. If you are thinking too much, walk. If you are thinking bad thoughts, keep walking.” Paris is where fashion begins and where all Arche products are designed. As a result, these Arche shoes, boots and sandals easily accessorize and relate to the most current ready to wear, outerwear, and swimwear trends. Arche begins with the belief that Black and Brown do not go with everything. Every Arche Collection of shoes, boots and sandals are then offered in a myriad of colorations that correspond exactly to fashion enabling our customer to always look her best. All Arche shoes, boots and sandals feature 100% natural Latex cushioning for maximum durability, flexibility and unrelenting shock absorption. Supple water and scratch resistant Nubuck Leather repels the elements while creating a cozy and breathable home for the foot. All Arche shoes, boots and sandals provide instant comfort that will create a bounce in each step. For 40 years, Arche has been assembling its shoes, boots and sandals in the Chateau Region of France, not far from Paris. Every pair of Arche shoes are handcrafted to perfection with the goal of providing the absolutely best product possible.
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1 person found this review helpful
May 16, 2011
Anonymous
Love the style of the Laius shoe. I wear 10.5/11 and ordered this shoe about one year ago in black patent leather in size 42/11 and the fit was snug. I decided to give the Arche Laius another try and ordered one size larger (43/12) and they were perfect! This shoe (at least in my opinion) are extremely narrow. In regards to the Bronze Cervo Nacre color of this shoe, the color in the photo is not what I received in the mail. The photo depicts a golden bronze color, which is what I wanted. What I received was a brown/bronze color, it almost looked like dark olive. However, I still kept the shoe (almost returned it) because it's pretty and it's a neutral shoe.
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January 27, 2011
Anonymous
from Iowa City
For me, a great, useful shoe. I like the classic, plain, simple style and because of that, it's versatility. You can dress them up or down; they look good with about everything except evening clothes. I also like that the shoe is handmade, made with all natural materials and that it is not made in China. I wear the shoes at work where I do a moderate amount of walking. Were I to be on my feet all day, this is not the comfort level I would choose. I have some similar Stuart Weitzman suede flats that offer more support. I own the black and a dark blue Laius and they have gotten a lot of use. My two disappointments are that Zappos doesn't have more classic colors of this style in stock, and that the shoe isn't available in non-sueded leather. Taking all of the above into consideration. I'd buy several pair of this shoe if I could. I wear mine all the time.
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1 person found this review helpful
November 28, 2010
Anonymous
from Arizona
These are great shoes especially in the red as Arche is known for their wonderful nubbin colors. They are very comfortable and great to spend the day in when having to do a lot of walking or errands. I wear an 8½ and purchased a
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November 6, 2010
Mary j
from boston ma.
These ballet shoes stay comfortably on the foot. They do not gap, and no "toe" look. They are very smart and worth the price.
Brands I'd also recommend: Rieker, Donald Pliner
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1 person found this review helpful
October 22, 2010
Anonymous
from Portland, OR
I tried so many cute ballet flats that would not stay on my foot before breaking down and buying these. I love the simplicity of their design and the beautiful quality. The only problem is that my usual size 40 was too tight and size 41 is loose. I\'m keeping them anyway in hopes that they\'ll work. If I could just get a 40.5 I\'d be tempted to order them in every color.
Brands I'd also recommend: Paul Green, Mephisto
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October 9, 2010
Anonymous
from Sacramento, Ca.
Great shoe for my high arches. I did not have one problem and I wore them night and day on our vacation. They felt true to size. I wear an 8 1/2 in some shoes and a 9 in others. I am glad I went with the 9 in this shoe.
Brands I'd also recommend: Donald Piner
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August 29, 2010
Anonymous
from NJ
I bought these shoes to wear at work and on weekends with leggings or a shorter pant. I generally like comfortable shoes, because if my feet are not happy, I cannot be happy.\r\n\r\nI ordered one half size larger than my normal size due to the reviews that I had read. When I received the shoe, it was a little too long. I wonder now if I had ordered my regular size, it it would have fit better. \r\n\r\nThe shoe is nice in appearance, the leather soft and pliable. The only issue that I had about this shoe is the support. The sole is a rubber-y latex material. There is not a tremendous amount of support. I know from previous experience that I after a long day, my feet are happier when they are more supported. So I will be retuning these shoes. \r\n\r\nThey looked nice, and if it weren\'t for the lack of support, I would have worked to find the right size.
Brands I'd also recommend: Dansko, Mephisto, Clarks, Beautifeel, Ecco
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June 18, 2010
Lois
from Tucson AZ
I bought these because I wanted shoes that offered the comfort of Fitflops but were aesthetically more appealing. These seemed to fit the bill. I usually wear a 6.5-7 but bought these in a size 6. The straps were tight on the tops of my feet for about 3 days and left cuts. However, the shoes have broken in and are super comfortable. I walked about 30 NYC blocks in them without any problems or aches and pains. I work out regularly so I didn't feel like I was toning or getting a workout.
Brands I'd also recommend: Mephisto, Birkenstock
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May 13, 2010
Mjbricout
from florida
I was desperate for a good pair of ballet shoes and stumbled on this Arche design. They are perfect! They look very elegant, but most importantly they are extremely, extremely comfortable. They fit very nicely on my 9.5 foot. I know I will be very happy with them and recommend them.
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May 3, 2010
Eleanor W
from St Petersburg Florida
This shoe may seem expensive...until you own a pair! They are just fabulous, I now own 4 pairs. They are very comfortable, gorgeous, and clean up with a damp cloth.
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April 5, 2010
Anonymous
from New Jersey
I LOVE these ballet flats! I have been looking for a pair since last summer that would stay on my feet and not slip off my heels. After reading one of the reviews that said they didn't slip on the heel I thought I would give them a try. They are perfect! I wore them all day without a problem. They are the most comfortable ballet flat ever - they are as comfortable as slippers. I wore them with a black dress and they looked great. They will also be perfect to wear with jeans or dress pants. I will be ordering more. I usually wear a size 6 and ordered the 37 - perfect fit.
Brands I'd also recommend: Taryn Rose
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March 31, 2010
Susan
from Chicago
These shoes are awesome. I ordered this shoe in Paprika -- beautiful. The fit is lovely and they are very flattering to my leg. I balked at first about the $$, but they are totally worth every cent. I did not size up as suggested. I usually take a 9 and so I ordered a 40 - fit feels wonderful.
Brands I'd also recommend: Donald Pliner, Delman
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March 26, 2010
Anonymous
from New Jersey
I love these shoes. They are very comfortable and fashionable. They fit like a glove from the very first time I slipped them on. They are expensive but worth a splurge! (I do have a narrow foot.)
Brands I'd also recommend: Donald J Pliner
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February 27, 2010
Anonymous
from Southern Calif.
Just received these shoes ordered in desperation because I couldn't find a comfortable pair of black ballet flats!!! These are SO comfortable! I took the advice of others and ordered a 1/2 size up and they fit perfectly! The top of the shoe comes up higher than most other ballet flats so it doesn't cut in to my bony feet. GREAT shoes!
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February 13, 2010
Marti
from Northern Michigan
Wonderful shoe/comfy... and everyone is correct to size this one up. Heading to market and am on my feet all day and this shoe is perfect, and my feet may swell a half a size by the end of the day. Perfect w/ legging, jeans, or short skirt... nothing fancy, just a terrific, comfy shoe! Well-done again, Zappos!
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