Full leather split sole allows greater freedom of movement whilst maintaining support Non-slip pro balance rubber pad next to front toe tap provides secure grip to prevent slipping and levels the sole for better balance Strong heel counter Full Kashmir lining for comfort and reduced moisture Notched collar at heel to relieve pressure on Achilles tendon; Leather stacked heel Bloch's Shockwave taps Sizing: Girls size 8.5 - 1.5 start with 1/2 size larger than street shoe. Girls size 1.5 - 3.5 start with 3 full sizes larger than street shoe (transition to women's sizes: S0388L)