[Top Version] Maison Margiela Tabi Split-Toe Flat Ballet Shoes
Since Maison Margella's split-toe shoe style debuted on the major runway, it has steadily become a classic work in the brand's industry lineup. This split-toe "pig hoof" shoe is one of the most iconic items. With homages from Vetements and other sportswear brands through reissues in recent years, the split-toe shoe has returned to the mainstream, becoming a symbol for trendsetters and one of the entry-level fashion items for them. It can be said that everyone owns a pair.
Aesthetic taste needs impact; those who don't like it initially can try it and will likely find it surprisingly appealing, because it's truly fashionable and comfortable. Three colors were made in total: Black, White, and Milk Tea, which are also the most versatile colors, full of a high-end feel! It's often called a "big pig's hoof," but when worn, it's very elegant and flattering to the foot, with strong wrap-around support, a series that looks better the more you see it! Although it features a split-toe design, it's a shoe that doesn't affect comfort in the slightest, very creative. Precisely because of this small design, it lets you become the most striking woman on the street.
The craftsmanship for the split-toe part is very complex! It has no lining to ensure a feeling of no foreign objects when worn, and then it's stitched together. The stitched seam can protrude and needs to be flattened with a hammering machine to make it smooth and prevent scraping the toes. The gap width between the toes is also extremely precise; one millimeter more or less won't do, otherwise it would be as funny as a lobster claw and uncomfortable to wear. The small lacing detail on the toe also adds great appeal to the whole shoe, revealing delicacy within a rugged appearance, a small gentleness like a ballet dancer's shoe, wild yet with a touch of freshness.
We already have the全新升级版Tabi二代, the upper uses imported vegetable-tanned lambskin, which is more flexible and textured than the first-generation cowhide, with clear and full grain lines, and similarly won't develop permanent creases. Our Tabi second generation has improved the shoe opening, using a turned-edge binding method, making the opening more structured and comfortable. The lining is water-stained calfskin lining; those who have worn more expensive shoes should know that water-stained calfskin lining is very sweat-absorbent and breathable. Try dripping a drop of water on it and you'll see it absorbs sweat well. The sole is half 3mm genuine leather sole plus half 3mm rubber heel, time-consuming, labor-intensive, and costly in workmanship; not a large factory can manage such details.
In short, this shoe can be both edgy and sweet. In terms of styling, this design is also very versatile; whether with pants or skirts, it can perfectly hold its own! If you like it, hurry up and get it~
Upper: Vegetable-Tanned Lambskin
Lining: Water-Stained Calfskin
Sole: Imported Italian Genuine Leather Sole
Heel Height: 1cm
Sizes: 35/36/37/38/39/40 (34, 41, 42 can be custom-made)