Florence shoe house since 2011 / ballet flats
Aquazzura Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede, Black ballet flats
The Aquazzura Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede comes from the Florence shoe house Edgardo Osorio founded in 2011. When a name ends in a number, that number is the heel height in millimetres. This pair is Black, from the Aquazzura Essentials, and Coveti sells it authenticated with worldwide shipping. Before you choose a size, read the Aquazzura size guide. For more on the house and this style, see who is Aquazzura and our guide to the Aquazzura Bow Tie pump. Browse more ballet flats.
Aquazzura makes the Bow Tie Ballet in black suede. It is a ballet flat with a low, rounded line. It sits on a low 5 mm heel, close to flat. Details include a padded leather insole and the pineapple logo on the sole. It is lined in goat leather, with a calf leather sole, and made in Italy.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Aquazzura, founded in 2011 by Colombian-born designer Edgardo Osorio, based in Palazzo Corsini, Florence
- Product: Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede, ballet flats
- Collection: Aquazzura Essentials
- Colour: Black
- Materials: Upper kid suede, lining goat leather, sole calf leather
- Made in: Italy
- Price at Coveti: USD 1050
- Sizing: Available at Coveti in whole sizes from EU 35 to EU 42. Aquazzura uses Italian sizing, which matches the EU scale (EU 38 is a UK 5 and a US 8). The house says this style fits large and suggests half a size smaller, so if you sit between two whole sizes take the smaller one.
- Authenticity: 100% authentic, verified by Coveti
Aquazzura Shoe Size Conversion
Aquazzura sizes on the Italian scale, which is the same as the European one, so an IT 38 and an EU 38 are the same shoe. Coveti lists every pair in whole EU sizes from 35 to 42. The table converts them to UK and US women’s sizes.
| Italy and EU | UK | US |
|---|---|---|
| EU 35 | UK 2 | US 5 |
| EU 36 | UK 3 | US 6 |
| EU 37 | UK 4 | US 7 |
| EU 38 | UK 5 | US 8 |
| EU 39 | UK 6 | US 9 |
| EU 40 | UK 7 | US 10 |
| EU 41 | UK 8 | US 11 |
| EU 42 | UK 9 | US 12 |
Most styles fit true to size. A few, including some Bow Tie pumps, run large, and the house then suggests half a size smaller. Coveti stocks whole sizes only, so in that case take the smaller whole size if you sit between two. The sizing line above says which applies to this pair. Measure the longer foot late in the day, when it is at its largest.
Aquazzura Shoes, Type by Type
Coveti carries 287 pairs of Aquazzura shoes, from USD 410 to USD 2,800, with a median of USD 1,370.
| Type | Pairs at Coveti | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| Heels | 96 | Pumps, slingbacks and platform sandals, led by the Bow Tie Pump, the Purist Pump and the Moves and Amira platforms. |
| Sandals | 100 | Strappy heeled sandals such as the Tequila, So Nude, Twist and Talk To Me, plus flat sandals for summer. |
| Boots | 45 | Ankle boots such as the Saint Honore Bootie, and tall boots from the Sellier riding boot to over-the-knee styles. |
| Mules | 25 | Backless styles, from the Bisous and Ce Soir mules to flat mules. |
| Wedges | 6 | Summer wedges such as the Copacabana, Bisous and Serenity. |
| Flats | 5 | Ballet flats, including the Bow Tie Ballet and the Loom Ballet. |
| Loafers | 5 | Moccasin loafers such as the College and Martin. |
| Espadrilles | 3 | The Seafarer espadrille. |
| Flip Flops & Slides | 2 | Flat slides for the beach and the pool. |
How to Wear the Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede
- Styling: Pair it with a full midi skirt for a long day on foot.
- Evening: Keep the rest of the look plain and let the shoe do the work.
- Comfort: Wear a new pair around the house for an hour first. A leather sole grips better once it is lightly scuffed.
- Proportion: A cropped hem shows the whole shoe. A full-length trouser hides the vamp and shortens the leg.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Brand | Aquazzura, Florence |
| Collection | Aquazzura Essentials |
| Colour | Black |
| Materials | Upper kid suede, lining goat leather, sole calf leather |
| Sizing | Available at Coveti in whole sizes from EU 35 to EU 42. Aquazzura uses Italian sizing, which matches the EU scale (EU 38 is a UK 5 and a US 8). The house says this style fits large and suggests half a size smaller, so if you sit between two whole sizes take the smaller one. |
| Styling | Pair it with a full midi skirt for a long day on foot. |
| Care | Brush suede and velvet gently with a soft brush and keep it away from rain. Store each shoe in its dust bag, away from light and heat. |
About Aquazzura
Aquazzura was founded in 2011 by Edgardo Osorio, who was born in Colombia, grew up between Miami and London and studied at the London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins. The first collection came out in 2012. The house is based in Palazzo Corsini in Florence, and its shoes are made in the Tuscan workshops around it, mostly by hand. A single pair can hold up to 30 parts, and a new style can take up to six months to develop. The name comes from the clear water around Capri, and the golden pineapple on every sole is the house symbol. Read the full story in who is Aquazzura.
The house is known for the Wild Thing and Sexy Thing sandals, the Christy flat, the Powder Puff and, more recently, the Bow Tie pump. Its white satin styles with a light blue sole are a favourite with brides, see the Aquazzura bridal edit. Aquazzura shoes have appeared in And Just Like That, in the Bond film No Time to Die and in House of Gucci.
“The Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede is a pair we suggest when the shoe should be the point of the outfit. It is made in Upper kid suede, lining goat leather, sole calf leather.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti
How Aquazzura Compares
Shoppers looking at the Aquazzura Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede also tend to look at Jimmy Choo, Amina Muaddi and Paris Texas. Jimmy Choo has the classic stiletto, Amina Muaddi the flared martini heel and Paris Texas sleek boots. Aquazzura is the one for colour, bows and crystal, with a padded insole built for long evenings. For the full list, read brands like Aquazzura. Browse all designer shoes at Coveti and the full Aquazzura collection.
SHIPPING AND AUTHENTICITY
- Authenticity guaranteed: 100% authentic Aquazzura, verified by Coveti.
- Express shipping available worldwide, insured to 110% of value, signature required.
- Duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes fall due on import. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is Aquazzura EU 38 in UK and US?
EU 38 is a UK 5 and a US 8. Aquazzura uses the Italian scale, which matches the European one, so EU 37 is a UK 4 and a US 7, and EU 39 is a UK 6 and a US 9.
Do Aquazzura shoes run small?
No. Most styles fit true to size. Some run large, and for those the house suggests half a size smaller. The sizing line on each pair tells you which applies.
Where are Aquazzura shoes made?
Almost all are made in Italy, in Tuscan workshops near the house headquarters in Florence. A few summer styles are made in Spain. This pair is made in Italy.
What does the number in the name mean?
It is the heel height in millimetres. The Bow Tie Pump 105 has a 105 mm heel, about four inches, and an 85 has an 85 mm heel.
Is the Bow Tie Ballet in Black Suede authentic?
Yes. Every Aquazzura pair sold on Coveti is 100% authentic and verified before it ships.
