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Arche Laius SKU #7203985(View on Zappos.com Classic)

(4 Stars) (based on 12 customer reviews)
$174.31
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  • 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.
  • ARCHJUN
  • 1/2" heel.
  • 6.00 oz.
  • Product measurements were taken using size 38 (US 7). Please note that measurements may vary by size.
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Overall Rating:
  • (5 Stars) 92%
  • (4 Stars) 0%
  • (3 Stars) 8%
  • (2 Stars) 0%
  • (1 Stars) 0%
Customer Fit Survey:

Customers surveying this product said...

  • 79% "Felt a half size smaller than marked"
  • 91% "Felt true to width"
  • 82% "Moderate arch support"
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Recent Customer Reviews - 12 Reviews Total

Posted: Sep 28, 2009
Reviewer: from Dallas, TX
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
I was so glad to see that Arche brought this shoe back. I love these shoes. They are my go to shoe for everything. I live in Texas, so they are perfect as a year round shoe. For me they are the perfect ballet slipper.
Posted: Sep 21, 2009
Reviewer: Heather s from nj
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
These shoes would be perfect if the toe box wasn't so narrow. I have long narrow feet with some slight bunions and my toes are very squished in these shoes. But the quality and cushion seem to great. As usual, 42 is the largest size so I will have to send these back.
Posted: Aug 7, 2009
Reviewer: from San Francisco
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
The perfect "little black flat" that is stylish and, above all, comfortable. The rubber sole makes this shoe feel as comfy as a slipper, but there's probably not enough support for long distance walks on hard pavement. Zappos continues to make shopping a total pleasure: easy, efficient and fun. Thank you!
Posted: May 14, 2009
Reviewer: Susan M from Southern Calif
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Bought a pair in the color 'Poison' from a different source than Zappos, and they fit beautifully in size 8 [39]. Bought a pair in 'Noir' from Zappos - in the same size and they were way too tight, so returned them and am waiting for a size 9 [40] to come into stock. Have bought several other size 39's/8 from Zappos which seem okay, but for the Noir/Black at least, it's apparent that I need the next larger size. As every other reviewer has said, they are wonderfully comfortable shoes. Anyone with foot 'issues' will love them.
Posted: Sep 22, 2008
Reviewer: from New York
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Excellent arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Best ballet flats ever - As a devoted fan of ballet flats I was totally bowled over by my pair of Arche Laius flats in a lovely crinkly silver that arrived today. They are truly the most comfortable, amazing ballet flat I have EVER worn. The cushiness of the insole is akin to walking on pillows, and this is one of the few ballet flats that doesn't slip in the heel and fits my foot like a glove. I have a feeling I'll be getting some more of these in other colors. As for sizing: definitely go up a size if you're a half size like me. I’m usually a US 6.5 but got these in the European 38 (US 7s) and they're perfect.
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All 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 swim wear 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 hand crafted to perfection with the goal of providing the absolutely best product possible.

Additional Customer Reviews:

Posted: May 8, 2008
Reviewer: from New York City
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
I love these shoes. They are ridiculously expensive but for me, the comfort and look are worth the price. I wear them all the time.
Posted: Apr 3, 2008
Reviewer: Carolyn from Washington, DC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt narrower than marked
Love them - Not for walking long distances, touring, or even shopping all day long. Love my sparkly Arche flats, great for parties, picnics, etc.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Arche boot
Posted: Dec 7, 2006
Reviewer: from Texas
Overall: (3 Stars) Comfort: (3 Stars) Style: (3 Stars)
I thought the color was kind of loud. It looked creamy gold on the computer but in life it was a brighter gold. Nice fit but not enough support--probably true of all "ballet shoes."
Posted: Dec 4, 2006
Reviewer: from Texas
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: No arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Posted: Jul 10, 2006
Reviewer: Dorothy M from deep south georgia
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Best shoe in the world! I have never worn a shoe as comfortable in my life--and I do love my shoes. As I turned 50 my feet "shifted". I found my first pair of Arche's when I could barely walk anymore in London. I wear a 71/2 but went to an 8. Now I will never go anywhere with out a pair. I even threw a suede pair in the washer on gentle, put shoe trees in them to dry-like new
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: no other so far-honestly
Posted: May 1, 2006
Reviewer: Sue from DC
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt true to size Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Great shoe - The fit and comfort of this shoe is remarkable, and the color is a wonderful very dark charcoal.
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: Arche
Posted: Jan 27, 2006
Reviewer: Besthesda, M from Besthesda MD
Overall: (5 Stars) Comfort: (5 Stars) Style: (5 Stars)
Shoe Size: Felt a half size smaller than marked Shoe Arch: Moderate arch support Shoe Width: Felt true to width
Perfect ballet slipper- Looks like nothing when scrunched up, but on the foot it fits like a glove. Like a true ballet slipper, only better because of the bouncy latex sole, and the great Arche leatherwork, who allows one to wear it barefoot without the lining coming apart. I have it in tow colors (the other white cutouts).
Other Brands Recommended by Reviewer: same style but w the cutouts

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