An article of footwear configured for use as a dance shoe is provided. The
article of footwear can include an upper and a two-piece sole connected
to the upper. The article can also include a cage support that surrounds
a portion of the upper and aids in flexibility of the shoe. The article
can also include a single piece liner with an integrated toe box. In
addition, the shoe can include an offset lacing system. In another
arrangement, the shoe can include an elastic wrap, connected to the
bottom of the shoe on the inside of the upper. The wrap can act as a
tongue to minimize contact between the offset lacing system and the
dancer's foot. In yet another arrangement, the shoe can include different
types of outsole supports.