In reply to GPN and Neuromancer:
Having seen the new Instinct Lace, it has the same heel as the VS, it has the same toe rand as the Stix, the new upper looks like the laces should be slick but secure, and it won't slip off the foot like a slipper. I believe that would answer both your wishes?
Personally I love the Furia, so will be getting some Dragos ASAP.