The Velvet Arch — Sculptural Black Velvet Pointed Pump
The Velvet Arch is a sculptural pointed pump in midnight black velvet, defined by a dramatic arch cutout and a 100mm stiletto heel. A hidden platform adds comfort to the height, and the leather-lined upper sits over a cushioned insole for wearability. Looking for a sculptural heel that doubles as a statement? This is it.
Why It Works
Search for a sculptural heel that still feels wearable, and The Velvet Arch is the answer. A dramatic arch cutout frames the foot like Renaissance architecture, while the elongated pointed toe and a 100mm stiletto heel build a powerful, deliberate silhouette. A hidden platform is built discreetly into the forefoot, so the height reads dramatic without the usual pinch. It is the evening pump for women who want a heel that behaves like architecture — confident, considered and impossible to ignore.
Key Features
- Italian black velvet upper
- Sculptural arch cutout design
- 100mm stiletto heel with hidden platform
- Leather-lined with cushioned insole
The Craft
The Velvet Arch is finished in a Tuscan workshop where SOOS HEELS makes every pair by hand, working in a full-grain Italian leather tradition. The house stays close to its Italian materials — here a midnight black velvet upper, leather-lined and set over a cushioned insole. The same attention that governs our leather styles guides the lasting, the cutout and the final polish, so the sculptural shape holds its line rather than collapsing with wear. It is a slower way to build a shoe, and the reason this pump feels considered from the very first step. Read more about how we work in our buyer’s guide.
Styling
Slip The Velvet Arch on for evening and let it lead. Midnight black velvet flatters everything from a floor-length column gown to tailored black trousers, and the arch cutout needs nothing more than bare legs to make its point. Keep the rest of the look clean and let the silhouette do the talking, then compare it against other statement heels in our style comparison. Pair it with The Gilded Slingback for a two-heel evening wardrobe, or with The Western Embroidered if your taste runs to boots. When you are ready, start a product enquiry and we will take it from there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wholesale, MOQ, private label & OEM/ODM inquiries answered.
What is your minimum order quantity (MOQ)?+
- SOOS brand stock styles: 300 pairs per style; mixed sizes within the same series are welcome (suggested ratio 36:37:38:39:40:41:42 = 2:3:3:3:2:2:1).
- Fully custom / private label styles: 500 pairs per style, depending on last development and craft complexity.
- Mixed orders: stock styles can be combined; custom styles are usually ordered per style.
- Trial orders below MOQ: small-batch trial production available - ask our sales team.
Do you offer OEM / ODM private label production?+
Yes - we are a full-service Italian shoe manufacturer offering OEM and ODM for private label brands, across four customization dimensions:
- Branding: logo hot-stamping / embossing, custom shoeboxes, hang tags, dust bags (full VI).
- Color: leather color cards, Pantone matching or physical sample matching.
- Design: modify existing styles, or develop brand-new lasts and patterns.
- Materials: uppers (full-grain calfskin / sheepskin / exotic skins), linings, soles (leather / rubber / combination).
How does the sampling process work?+
- Brief your needs, select leather, receive a proposal, then paid sampling.
- Sample approval leads to signed-sample bulk production.
- Sampling takes approximately 3-10 working days.
- The sample fee is deducted from your bulk order.
How do you price bulk orders? Are there tiered discounts?+
We operate on inquiry-based pricing - final unit price depends on style complexity, leather grade, order volume, and lead time.
- Tiered discount: orders of 2,000+ pairs receive 3% off (indicative, subject to formal quote).
- Annual framework agreements available for repeat buyers to lock unit prices and reserved capacity.
- Payment terms: typically 30% deposit + 70% before shipment (T/T and other methods); negotiable for large orders.
What is your production lead time?+
- Stock styles: approximately 3-5 weeks after order confirmation.
- Custom styles: about 2 weeks sampling plus 3-5 weeks production.
- Peak season (Aug-Oct): order at least 4 weeks ahead; rush orders can be evaluated (rush fees may apply).
- Shipping: EXW / FOB / courier - we can book freight or use your forwarder; global ports and airports.
What leather, certifications, and quality assurance do you provide?+
- Materials: full-grain genuine leather uppers (calfskin / sheepskin), genuine leather or microfiber linings; leather grade and origin documents available.
- Certifications: material certificates / third-party test reports for high-end positioning and import compliance.
- Quality control: 100% inspection before shipment; key operations (lasting, stitching, sole finishing) monitored throughout.
- Warranty: 12-month replacement / reshipment for non-human quality issues; bulk production matches the signed sample.
Can I order samples first?+
- Two options: existing style samples (for selection) or custom sampling (for your own design).
- Sample fee is refundable against bulk orders; 2 free revision rounds, additional rounds charged.
- Sample shipping: customer covers freight (DHL / UPS / your forwarder); deductible after order confirmation.
- Consistency guarantee: every bulk pair is checked against the signed sample - leather, color, and workmanship.
How do I contact your sales team?+
Contact our sales team through the inquiry form at https://soosheels.com/inquiry/ - we usually respond within 24 hours.