About this product
Make Room for These — The Ballet Flat That Earns Its Spot Every Time
The ara Bijou 43705 is a women's smooth leather ballet flat that earns its place in any shoe rack the moment you put it on. With its premium smooth leather upper in timeless black, a decorative bow that adds a feminine, eye-catching finishing touch to the silhouette, a narrow F1/2 slim width for a supportive, secure fit on slimmer feet, ara's HighSoft technology for unbeatable cushioned comfort, a microfibre lining for a soft, breathable interior feel, and a 2 cm block heel for just the right amount of stable lift — the Bijou is the versatile, effortlessly combinable everyday ballet flat that works equally well with skinny jeans and a leather jacket, a tailored office outfit, or a casual weekend look. Designed in Germany with over 75 years of European shoemaking expertise.
Premium Smooth Leather Upper, Decorative Bow — Classic Style With an Eye-Catching Touch
The Bijou is crafted from premium smooth leather — a material that delivers a refined, polished look and a naturally supple feel that improves beautifully over time with extended wear. The clean, timeless ballet flat silhouette is one of footwear's most endlessly versatile shapes — a shoe that works naturally across a wide range of outfits and occasions without ever looking out of place. The decorative bow is the Bijou's most charming and personally distinctive design detail — a feminine embellishment that rounds off the shoe's overall look with an effortlessly chic, eye-catching touch that sets it apart from a standard plain ballet flat. The microfibre lining wraps the foot in a soft, comfortable feel throughout the day, and the leather-covered integrated footbed provides a cushioned, supportive base directly underfoot. Note that the Bijou fits slightly narrower than a standard ara fit — the F1/2 slim width is ideal for women with slim or narrow feet who often struggle to find ballet flats that fit without gaping or slipping.
HighSoft Technology, Foam Inlay Sole, Block Heel — Comfort That Goes the Distance
The Bijou's exceptional everyday comfort begins with ara's signature HighSoft technology — a proprietary construction that combines a beautifully soft leather upper with a sole featuring a special foam inlay that adapts perfectly to the individual contours of the foot. This combination delivers comfortable support and natural flexibility with gentle cushioning of the foot arch throughout extended daily wear — making the Bijou a genuinely comfortable flat for city shopping, meeting friends, or a full day on your feet. The sole's flexible, cushioned character is the Bijou's defining comfort advantage over a standard flat — providing a responsive, supportive feel underfoot that stays comfortable hour after hour. At 2.0 cm (approximately 0.79") of block heel height, the Bijou provides a minimal, subtle lift that keeps the shoe grounded, balanced, and effortlessly wearable all day long — comfortable enough for extended city outings, polished enough for any occasion you'd choose to wear them to.
The Details
- Fit: Width F1/2 — slim/narrow; fits slightly narrower than standard (note: ideal for slim feet); true to size (US 6–10)
- Heel Height: 2.0 cm (approximately 0.79")
- Heel Type: Block heel
- Upper: Smooth leather — Black
- Lining: Microfibre
- Footbed: Leather-covered, firmly integrated (non-replaceable); special foam inlay
- Outsole: Flexible with foam inlay
- Closure: Slip-on ballet flat with decorative bow
- Product Line: ara HighSoft
- Manufacturer Number: 12-43705-01
- Origin: Designed in Germany (ara Shoes GmbH, Langenfeld)
- Features: Cushioned, arch support, lightweight, breathable design, slip resistant
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