Customer Reviews Repetto Cendrillon - Suede Leather

this review is specifically about the Fall 2015 color 'Galop/Bordeaux'- a gorgeous burgundy color.. buyer beware: these are not leather or suede uppers- they are cotton velvet. too delicate for my taste/normal wear and tear.. a shame because I've been on the lookout for this kind of red for years! but in general, Repettos are my first-choice for ballerinas! they are hand-stitched (supposedly!) and feel like it.. the company makes actual ballerina slippers and toe shoes and their expertise really shows, I believe. I wear a European size 39, but in Repetto a 39.5. and my favorite are the black LAMBSKIN ballerinas.. extra soft. I have one, new pair always ready in my closet for when the current pair finally gives out! one more pointer: I take my brand new Repettos to the local cobbler and have thin, durable, rubber soles fitted onto them before even wearing them once.. they usually last for 2-3 resoles- walking around on fine 'leather' soles simply does not work in a concrete sidewalk-ed city! one more pointer:

The is the only pair of ballet flats that has never given me a single blister. I can confidently wear these all day and leave the bandaids at home. There isn't much support and there's absolutely no grip on the soles. That being said, the leather is soft, the back of the heel is soft and seamless, and the string that runs throughout the shoe allows you to tighten the shoe as needed. If they were cheaper, I'd buy them all.

I wore these shoes all over Paris - on cobblestones and cement - for days and nights in total comfort. Not much support but somehow they are incredibly comfortable and your feet never hurt, plus no blisters. They look very polished and cute while practical. And the red is great with jeans, etc. They do run small - I'm normally a 10-10.5 and needed the 42. It took a couple tries to get the size right but I'm so glad I got them. Just bought 3 more colors!

Beautiful shoes! I chose the navy blue suede which is really between a navy and a cobalt blue which is lovely!!! They are the richest color, beautiful soft suede, with sturdy string bows and ribbon accent. They were immediately comfortable. I went with a 39.5 based on other reviews (I'm normally a US 8, normal width) and they're perfect. I only gave them 4 stars overall because I do wish they were a little more structured. The richness of the leather makes them pretty soft, and I don't anticipate them being a lifelong shoe in my closet. With proper care I expect to get maybe a year or two with moderate to heavy use. But that's okay because they are truly a classic ballet flat, with very little to no gapping around the shoes which I hate. Happy overall!!!

The Repetto Cendrillon is a gorgeous shoe. I got hem in this sparkle effect and without fail I get compliments every time I wear them. I am a true 9.5 and I got a size 41 and they may have been slightly tight to start but it molded to my feet. Note my feet are not wide. They are fairly thin/normal. Just know that there is no support and the fabric is thin. I've treated them with much care but a small rip has begun between the material and the sole. However, it's still impeccable quality-- just a little fragile w this sparkle material. I love love love this shoe. So happy.

I bought the red patent leather. they are absolutely the cutest shoes, very flattering and they look like a million. Based on previous reviews, I sized up. I'm usually an 8 Med, and can take either a European 38 or 39, depending on the shoe; I ordered the 39.5, and it feels great right out of the box. But as a previous review observed, I might have been able to squeeze into a 39 and then let it stretch to fit my foot; but the discomfort involved in that process led me to decide to keep the 39.5. My one criticism is that walking creates a gap on either side of the shoe at the base of the toes, where the foot flexes. I'm hoping that this won't lead to my walking out of the shoes unexpectedly. It's probably due to the fact that the cut of the shoe is very deep on the side of the foot, but for a shoe this expensive, I would think that the attention to comfort and fit would outweigh any "fashion" reasons for such a low cut on the sides of the shoe. Based on what fit, I decided that the shoe was probably one size smaller than one would expect. I did not find it narrow, but that may be because of the larger size I ordered. I have a very high arch, and this shoe has no arch support, so I may wear the shoes with an insert.

The ultimate French ballet flat -- the magic of these shoes is the shape! They give a very elegant and delicate look to the foot. The cut is unique and probably won't work for every shape foot, but when they're right, they fit like a glove. They are intended to be snug at first and mold to the shape of your foot, but do run small. I normally wear a 36.5 and the 37.5 was a perfect fit. There is not a ton of padding, but just enough to be comfortable. I have many different pairs of ballet flats and none of them look like these -- really love!

I wasn't sure what to do about sizing, so I went with a 39.5 based on a review I saw elsewhere. Usually, I wear a size 8/38 (sometimes a 7.5, never an 8.5). I ordered the 39.5 and they fit very nicely; that said, I'm concerned they'll stretch and a 39 would've been better (I didn't order both sizes so I have no way of actually knowing this - I just think I could have squeezed into a 39 and these will definitely stretch somewhat). I guess I'll just have to see... regarding the style, I was after a simple, high quality black ballet flat and it definitely fit the bill. (Too bad it's so pricey though! Would like additional colors but I'll have to save up!)

This is a very cute shoe. It does run small. I wear an 8N, and took a chance on these (I usually have a hard time with flats that are not narrow or adjustable). I ordered a 39. It was too small. It does seems that it could be narrow enough even when I size up. I think you can consider this shoe if you are a narrow size, even though they don't have narrows.

They're cute, but they did not work for me so I had to return them. As others have mentioned, they run small and narrow. I tried on some other sizes in the Repetto store in New York, and even the larger size is just too narrow in the toe for me. I wear a B width, but my foot's a little wide across the ball. If you have narrow feet, these will work better for you.

runs a full size small

Have wanted these flats forever!!!! Glad the full size bigger than my usual size (8/39) sold out as it would’ve been too big… had to go with 39.5 which ended up being perfect fit. Love them they so cuuuuute!!!!

These are beautifully made and very comfortable. I normally wear a 5 or 5.5, depending on the designer and style. I ordered a size 36 and they fit perfectly. Lovely shoes!

These shoes are beautiful and pretty on my feet. I love the pink color and I intend to wear them with my Regency era ballgown and for everyday use. They do run small. I wear a 38 in EU sizing and I bought a 39. But, these are amazing. Glad I finally go the fit right.

These are beautiful shoes. Soft, nice lines, great color. but they dont fit me. tried several sizes and while one was to big, the next size down was to small. very disappointed.

I ordered larger due to review. But they definetly run small. I wish they were not small as they felt so good except for the size. The leather is soft like butter.

Gorgeous on the foot, but runs super small. I have wide feet and normally wear an 8-1/2 but had to take the 40-1/2, size 10 equivalent! Even thought there's no support, the shoe is so light and dainty and comfortable, and just looks great! Need to save up for more colors!!

The color is outstanding, and I can appreciate the craftsmanship, but the shoe seems a bit too dainty for the wear and tear I put on my ballet flats and seems like it won't last. Given the high price point, I am returning.

I might have loved these shoes, but for anyone who consistently wears a size 11, don't bother. The largest size available (42) is not an American sized 11.5 or not even an 11 but somewhere below that.

I'm a 6.5. Based on reviews I order a 7.5..or a 38. I think they are too tight. Does anyone know how much they stretch?? I've since ordered a 38.5 and will compare but I'm afraid of too much stretch. Advice...

I am normally a size 7 (37) and, given the other reviews, debated about whether to go up 1/2 size or a whole size. I ordered 37.5 and the 38. The 38 was perfect.

Awesome. Great fit. I usually buy a size 36. I bought a 36.5 and fit perfectly. Very soft and comfortable

I love Repetto ballet flats and have been wearing them for years. The company stopped selling in the US and I was distraught. Then I heard they might have found a new US rep and I immediately went on Zappos and there they were. Heaven. Thank you Zappos.

These shoes are really cute and the color is just as pictured. I am a pretty consistent 7½ and I ordered a 38½ and that fit perfectly. The only problem was that there was a little indentation in the patent leather that is a flaw that should not be present in such an expensive pair of flats but I am too impatient to send them back!