Great shoes, but be careful on sizing
Needed these shoes for an adult jazz dance class and these are perfect. Be careful with the sizing here. After reading reviews, I sized up one size and they fit perfectly. I wear an 8 street shoe and sized up to a 9. However, I do have a very narrow foot--if you don't have a narrow foot I would definitely size up 1.5. These shoes need to be tight, but not uncomfortable, and they do stretch a bit with use.
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Discerning mom of four
December 30, 2015
Fit like a glove and very comfortable
My shoes arrived today and they fit like a glove! I just wanted to update y'all because reading through the reviews on Amazon was giving me a headache. Between people saying they were a perfect fit and that they run up to two sizes too small.My takeaway from sifting through the reviews and product information was that you should buy the size you usually wear, unless perhaps your big toe is longer than your second toe, in which case, order a half size bigger. They will start tight and stretch with wear.I ordered in my usual size and I'm happy with the length. They look tiny when you take them out of the box, but they are stretchy. My toes are a little snug in the front, but going by what other people (and the company) say, they do stretch more with time. My big toe is a little shorter than my second toe and I can see why it might be a problem if it weren't because the top of the shoe is quite round. I'm really glad I ordered the wide (for my wide feet), because they are pretty tight across the instep.So, anyway. These are so comfortable, and light, and give a nice balance between security/grip and slipperiness for spins. Looking forward to trying them out next week!I will update this review if they wind up not living up to my expectations on the stage floor.
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Great shoes, but run small
These are great jazz/dance shoes. Just be aware that they run REALLY small. I normally wear a size 7 in a sneaker, and sometimes a 7.5 in tight shoes. I ordered a 7.5 and they were way too small. Very tight, both in length and width. Definitely consider sizing up at least a half size.
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Amy Gonzalez
September 29, 2025
Quality Shoe, Size Up
I typically wear a size 8.5 in shoes, but after reading some of the other reviews, I decided to order a size up (9.5). I think they fit good. Although, I am able to slide a finger in the back, so I do wonder if they would’ve fit better if I ordered a 9, but I do worry they would’ve been more on the tighter side then, which can make my big toe hurt. So maybe the 9.5 is the best compromise for me.I have a slim foot (like the overall height of my foot is slim), so my foot can sometimes feel like it’s swimming in a shoe (top to bottom, not front to back). While this shoe doesn’t perfectly conform to my foot, it does have a nice shape and allows for movement.I ordered the lightest color, which worked for me (shade 17.5N in Sephora Best Skin Ever foundation in their old shade range).Overall, I think this is a great shoe. You can feel the quality of the material and stitching. I’m hoping these will last me several years. I’ll try posting an update if they start to fall apart sooner than expected.
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Amazing shoe!!! My go to jazz shoe.
My favorite leather jazz shoe. I have had mine for over 8 years and they still work and look amazing! Great for turning and stay on the foot while dancing. I recommend this shoe for my dancers now. The fit is perfect once you figure out the conversion if you have a wider foot I would recommend W. It is a very supportive shoe for all dancers or actors The quality is worth the money..
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SATISFIED
THESE WERE EXACTLY WHAT MY DAUGHTER NEEDED FOR HER THEATER PERFORMANCE!
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Size way the heck up
These are nice shoes, but I have had to order them in about six different sizes. The sizing is super weird. Basically my 10-year-old daughter is wearing a 10 in women’s in these shoes,. I mean, she has kind of large feet but they’re like a size 5 in kids.
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