The Amelie Soft pointe shoe has a graded shank/insole which allows the foot to roll up 'en pointe' with ease and emphasises the line of the instep while the angled platform stabilizes the foot. The gently curved sides of the box encourage the foot into correct alignment when 'en pointe' whilst the shallow box encases and supports the toes laterally. The elastic drawstring draws the shoe around the foot. The combination of these features makes the Amelie Soft suitable for a variety of foot shapes especially for the beginner or elementary level dancer who requires a flexible shoe.