Nike Takes Its Best Ballet Shoe Into the Jungle
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Nike is bringing ballet to the jungle with a leopard-print iteration of its Jordan Pointe SE, the sportiest ballet flat out right now. And if you're tapped into the current state of things, that's saying a lot.
Sleek leather leopard-print paneling disrupts the black leather upper, which sits atop a dual-hued black-and-brown outsole.
The low-cut collar, arched midsole, and Jordan-embossed foot-strap keep things sleek and refined without sacrificing the sporty ethos underlining every Jordan sneaker.
Glossy rubber around the perimeter of the Jordan Pointe SE elevates the sneaker's sporty aura, while satin-like ribbon laces push it into big ballet territory.
If you're looking to take your pirouettes to the court and get serious about both your rebounds and grand jetés, Jordan has got you covered. Plus, the customizable lace setup gives the mixed-up shoe some additional stylistic flair. Who doesn't love a choose-your-own-adventure moment?
While ballet is traditionally classified as an art form, there is a lot of overlap between the dance modality and other high-level sports. As such, it makes sense that Nike went all in with its b...