The International Contra Men’s Ballroom Shoes are great all round shoes for dancing all styles or long periods of time. The shoes have a classic style with 1” heel. They are made of soft supple black leather and have an additional layer of suede padding on the inside of the heel for aided comfort. They are split sole in a unique way, with a suede stripe laying across from ball of foot to the heel. Also the bottom suede material the back of the heel in an arched design allowing you to drag your heel and not break it. International Dance shoes offer a special gel padding inside giving you the ultimate in comfort.