TINRYMX is committed to providing more dance lovers with comfortable, beautiful and cost-effective dance shoes. These shoes are made of high quality synthetic Nubuck with a cushioned heel and a soft suede sole, ideal for smooth stepping and turns, yet durable enough to withstand wear and tear over the years. If Has an unpleasant smell, this is normal, as is new shoes, there is smell of glue, put a few days or wear a few days to have not an unpleasant smell.