Bespoke Ballet Flats – Design Your Own

Hand-crafted in Italy from premium Hermès D’Annonay French calfskin or Italian Roma suede, and guaranteed to fit perfectly through our specialized at-home fitting process with Bio-Foam® precision foot molds.

DETAILS

• Fit: Bespoke wooden lasts; custom-fitted.
• Construction: Hand-crafted in Italy using a cemented construction method.
• Upper: Hermès D’Annonay calfskin or Italian Roma suede.
• Sole: Italian Pietro Presot leather.

INCLUDES

• At-Home Fitting: Fitting box with Bio-Foam® precision foot molds delivered in 1-3 days (US) or 7-10 days (international).
• Production: Bespoke footwear hand-crafted in Italy; 5-month delivery timeframe.
• Guarantees: Bondeno Fit Guarantee and 1-year workmanship warranty.
• Support: Complimentary lifetime adjustments to bespoke lasts.

We offer 2 ways of commissioning a custom design and color:

UPLOAD LINK

On the next business day after you place your order, we will email you a link to upload pictures of the exact style and color you would like us to recreate for your bespoke order. You may also email us in advance if you would like us to confirm your recreation request prior to placing your order.

LIVE VIDEO CALL

You may commission a specific design and color with the help of our bespoke specialist through a video call that you may schedule before or after you place your order.

Fit

• First Time Order: from the comfort of your home, step in and out of our Bio-Foam® precision foot molds, engineered and made by Smithers Bio-Medical Systems in Kent, Ohio. Our comprehensive foot shape acquisition process allows us to obtain an exact replica of each individual foot up to 2 inches above the ankle bones, including its volume, dimensions, fitting preferences, and elasticity indexes throughout different areas of your feet to arrive at a proper fitting pair of shoes or boots. Delivered within 2 to 3 business days in the United States and Canada via UPS.
  
• Reorder Using Your Stored Last: we maintain your personal bespoke lasts within our private archive in Italy, to ensure every subsequent pair delivers the same fit as your first.

Leather

• Hermès D’Annonay Box Calf: Sourced from the historic Tanneries D’Annonay founded in 1838, an esteemed member of the Hermès Group, this A-grade full-grain calfskin represents the absolute pinnacle of French leatherwork. Renowned for its remarkable suppleness and enduring structure, our Box Calf develops a distinguished character and a unique patina with every wear.
• Italian "Roma" Suede: Our premium 1.4 mm Italian suede is meticulously selected for its luxurious hand-feel and consistent finish. Renowned for its rich texture and durability, the Roma suede provides a soft, breathable fit that conforms beautifully to your unique anatomical lasts.

Sole Construction

• Cemented: the sole is attached to the upper part of the shoe using cement.

Sole Material

• Italian Pietro Presot Leather: leather tanned by the Pietro Presot family in Porcia, Italy, since 1932. They are known for their flexibility, impermeability and durability.

Based on your foot shape, we design a few custom toe box shapes for you to choose from.

For clients who utilize personal orthotics or specialized insoles, our foot shape acquisition process captures the precise volume and topography of your inserts. This data allows us to engineer the exact internal capacity required for both your feet and your orthotics to ensure a seamless fit within your bespoke footwear.

Furthermore, we meticulously recalibrate the leather pattern around the heel and ankle to accommodate the additional elevation. This anatomical adjustment prevents heel slippage and maintains a secure hold regardless of the insole's thickness.

Your acquisition includes the master sculpting of your personal bespoke lasts, meticulously carved using your unique anatomical data. These physical forms serve as the permanent foundation for all future commissions and are securely preserved within our private archive in Italy for your ongoing convenience. Should you wish to take personal possession of these physical lasts, they are available for private purchase through our concierge link here.

Complimentary Lifetime Adjustments

As your anatomy matures, your archived bespoke lasts remain a living record of your needs. We offer complimentary anatomical refinements to your lasts with every new order, ensuring your signature Bondeno fit remains constant, even as time passes. Your personal lasts are securely preserved in our Italian archive for all future creations.

Fit Guarantee

Our shoes and boots are handcrafted using your exact foot shape, dimensions, fitting preferences, and elasticity indexes, or we will remake them, free of charge.

Learn More About our Fit Guarantee →

Workmanship Warranty

We stand behind the enduring integrity of our craft. Every commission is warranted against artisanal defects for a period of 12 months. In the rare event of a structural inconsistency under normal wear, our Italian workshop will prioritize a meticulous repair or a full replacement.

Since 1908, Bondeno footwear has been brought to life by the storied hands of our sixth-generation master shoemakers in Italy. Every silhouette is a labor of devotion, evolving through more than 250 meticulous hand-steps to reach its final, bespoke form.

Discover the Art of 250 Meticulous Steps →

The Bondeno experience is best articulated by those who wear it. Our legacy is built upon the journey of each client, from the initial anatomical acquisition in our Italian studio to the enduring comfort of a perfectly sculpted fit. We invite you to explore the reflections of our global community, whose footwear commissions represent a lifelong commitment to artisanal excellence.

Visit Our Client Testimonial Archive →

BIO-FOAM® Precision Foot Molds

• DOMESTIC (US): we offer UPS Next Day Air®, and UPS® Ground options at checkout.
• INTERNATIONAL: we offer DHL Express Worldwide. Estimated delivery is 5–10 business days.

Bespoke Footwear Production & Delivery: 5 months.

Our specialists are available to provide technical guidance or stylistic advice for your next commission. Please connect with us at (212) 903-5650, reach us via email, or arrange a private video or phone consultation through our scheduling page.