I have ordered my second pair of men's contra pro shoes. This model features the suede sole extending up the inside of the instep to allow for use of the inside foot. My first pair were patent and the suede started peeling off very quickly on one of the shoes. I sent it back to IDS who very helpfully re-stuck the suede sole but this didn't last for long. I have had to replace this pair as, although there is plenty of life left in the shoes themselves, the unstuck sole on the instep leaves a very ragged and shabby look. I ordered a second pair. This time I opted for Nubuck in the hope that the weld between sued sole and Nubuck instep would be more reliable than between suede and patent. Sadly, I have danced in the shoes twice and already there are indications on one of the shoes of the suede coming away from the Nubuck on the instep. This is such a pity because in other respects the Contra Pro is a wonderful shoe to dance in. If it were not for the problem mentioned above, I would have no hesitation in recommending it unreservedly.