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Re: Question about shoes
Posted by ballroomchick
5/7/2012  3:20:00 PM
I wear a size 11 street shoe and I wear a size 11 ballroom shoe as well. MOST dance shoe companies ONLY go to 10 or 10.5.
I dance in a 2.5" heel. I've tried 3" heels and I just do not have the coordination to manage the extra 1/2". Also this shoe puts me a 6' 1" - my instructor is 5' 11, I really don't need to tower much more over him.

My first prs of dance shoes were Werner Kerns. As expensive as they are my feet were killing me after a few hours because there is very little padding. I prefer the less expensive Souldancer Dance shoes! I can dance all day long in them. They have wonderful padding, it feels like I'm walking on a cloud. The only style numbers I would suggest to stay away from are 2311 & 2334. As pretty as the crystals fob is over the toes, the mettle back will rub you raw.

I've progressed now where I'm dragging the toes through the neutral zone and the lip of a size 11 shoe is just a tad too long. I got a 10.5 shoe and LOVE the length, but the toe box is a tad too tight. Put some good blisters over my toes. I had these shoes put on the stretchers for 3 weeks. I will be trying them in practice to see if they are workable now. If that does not work I will have to have my 11's cut back a bit at the toes.
Re: Question about shoes
Posted by Babsmcdance
5/10/2012  11:26:00 AM
I notice that there are several references to brands of shoes, none of which mention 'Very Fine Shoes'. I currently sell this brand exclusively, and have been with them for several years. I wonder what brand would be as good/better to add to my inventory with a great reputation. Any input?
Re: Question about shoes
Posted by ballroomchick
5/10/2012  12:25:00 PM
Very Fine is one of the less expensive brands of shoes. JUST be sure to go with the Compeitive Shoe. This has more padding and it will cost a bit more too, but your feet will thank you!
Re: Question about shoes
Posted by OZ.
5/11/2012  2:11:00 PM
Something that hasn't been mentioned is that a Professional Competitor and teacher who wear a 3 inch heel do not teach in those shoes. There are various training shoes that are better suited for being on their feet teaching for several hours each day.
Re: Question about shoes
Posted by Ginka85
5/20/2012  10:32:00 AM
To all the ladies who responded,

I just wanted to let you all know that I ended up buying a pair of Monsoons by Ray Rose yesterday and I absolutely LOVE them. I actually purchased them in a size 5.5, two sizes down from my street shoe size, and they fit like a glove. I love the style because they grip my feet very well and provide a lot of stability. I tried on the Blizzard, which is a beautiful shoe, but it doesn't seem to provide as much support. Also, since the front straps are made from pure satin instead of leather, I was told that the Blizzards stretch out quite a bit and do not last as long as other professional shoes. Thanks again for all the feedback!
Re: Question about shoes
Posted by dorabora
5/21/2012  9:57:00 AM
Just a word for those whose shoes hurt. You can stretch them out yourself by cramming the toe box with paper/socks/anything to fill out the space. Leave them for a few days and put the padding back in after you've used them. This helps ease the tightness of wearing a close-fitting shoe.

If the heel box hurts you you can be a bit more aggressive by pounding a bit with a hammer. Yes, I know it sounds brutal, but it some cases you will never wear down the hard heel box unless you take matters into your own hands. I don't get blisters, and my feet are more important to me than any shoe.
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