Emily giraffe-print pony hair

Cristin Emily ballet flat in giraffe-print pony hair: cowhide leather with the hair left on the surface, printed with an irregular, elongated blotch pattern that mimics a giraffe's coat — different from both leopard spots and tiger stripes, with larger blotches and more squared-off outlines. The hair gives the print a depth that the same image on smooth leather wouldn't have, since light reflects differently depending on which way the hair is brushed. The closure is a mary jane strap with a metal buckle across the instep: a strap that runs across the foot from one side of the shoe to the other, fastened with a pin buckle, which keeps the flat secure on the heel while walking — unlike a classic strapless ballet flat, which tends to slip off with a brisker stride. The toe is almond-shaped, the sole completely flat, with no heel at all. The lining is leather throughout the shoe. The sole is made of TUNIT, an injected synthetic material that is lighter than solid rubber or a leather sole, while still keeping good flexibility under the ball of the foot — a typical choice for ballet flats, where the reduced weight of the sole matters as much as grip. The animal print is already a strong statement on its own: it pairs best with solid-colour pieces, from straight-leg jeans to a midi skirt, letting the shoe define the outfit without competing prints or textures. Upper in giraffe-print pony hair with smooth black leather trim. Mary jane strap closure with metal buckle. Leather lining. TUNIT sole. Flat sole, no heel.