These striking shoes are made with pieces of old Kilim carpets ( a flat weave typical from Central Anatolia Turkey). Because they are made with what it can be salvaged from the rugs, each pair is one if a kind. The workmanship is remarkable and the materials are of the highest quality ( leather soles and hand stitching). Please be aware that they quickly stretch with use, Therefore try to get the closest to your size and if the European sizing does not coincide entirely, go a size down.