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Customer
December 04, 2024
Perfectly elegant and comfortable!
Purchased size 8 when I'm usually a 7 1/2 or 8. Fits perfect.I was hesitant to get this shoe given the low heel and photos but I got it JIC and have NO regrets!! So much better looking in person and a perfect heel and slope. Not clunky at all as most dance shoes are.
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True to size
Comfortable!
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Michelle M.
March 07, 2019
Good shoe for beginner
I just started taking ballroom dance lessons and was a little uneasy about finding a dance shoe that would fit, be comfortable, and not be too high or wobbly for someone with wider feet who rarely wears a high-heeled shoe.I normally wear an 8.5 W, and after reading all the reviews that mentioned the fit, I purchased both an 8.5 and a 9 since there were free returns. The 9 definitely felt better width-wise, but no matter how tight the strap was adjusted, my heel would slip with every step. The 8.5 felt a little bit pinched around the wide part of my foot but it definitely stretches to fit your fit pretty quickly. I've had 3 lessons so far, and after an hour the "pinch" is negligible - my toes aren't left sore or anything. We did go out dancing one night and after wearing them and intermittently dancing over 3 hours, I did start to get some "rub" on my toes. The bottom line, though, is to purchase the smallest size you might fit in or possibly a half size smaller than your normal size if you have a more narrow foot... in other words, always "round down".As far as the heel... it's the nature of a ballroom dance shoe to be very flexible, so even though the heel is lower and is manageable for someone like me who only wears high heels a handful of times per year, if you really need a sturdy shoe without the wobble, this may not be the shoe for you - consider a "character" dance shoe instead or something with a lower and/or wider heel. Still, for a beginner, the value of this shoe is good for the price.
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Black dance shoes
The shoes were very tight on my feet. Like the part in the back where the heel goes. Not sure why they were so tight. The shoe was great quality and was a good fit but the tight heel just made me not give it a full 5 stars.
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Nomi Sunrider
June 15, 2022
Sized down as others said. Perfect for me!
Using these shoes I was able to glide (or trip!) through the beginner ballroom dance lessons in comfort. I liked the medium low heel height and while I did have some initial tendon pain after a few days of lessons, that was on me and my technique, not the shoes (I never wear heels though). These never felt like they held me back. I liked the latch, and they are so cute! My dance partner and the instructor both showered me with compliments. No blisters even with brand new shoes. I didn’t want to take them off when I had to go outside, but you’ve gotta protect those suede soles! I did size down a half size (from normal 7.5 to their 7) and that was just right for me.
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Christina S
November 19, 2019
Good dance shoe
This is the first pair of heels I can dance in without major modifications! The fit is fantastic.First - I'm a swing dancer (lindy-hop!), so I seldom wear heels. But I've always wanted a comfy pair of low heels for smooth dances. I have bought MANY pairs looking for comfort. (why can't they fit like Keds and Arche?)THESE ARE GREAT! I think the reason they fit so well is that the shoe seems to better conform to my foot. I have arch problems, so that is important. I put a gel arch support in them, but even without, I feel like my foot has better contact with the shoe. Additionally, it feels like the heel itself rests slightly forward of normal placement under my heel. It's more centered in the middle of my heel rather than towards the back. This always provides better stability.I have wide feet, and normally wear an 8.5 in street shoes. The 8.5 was way too big. The 8 is good. It will probably stretch, but I can add an insole when that happens.ABOUT THE BUCKLE..They are not a MISTAKE. That's the way dance shoes are made! It's weird, but you get used to it.
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Very comfortable, pretty shoes. Great value!
Wow! I love the shoes! They fit just right for my wide feet. I like having my longest toe to come to the end of the shoe and getting a half size smaller than my street shoe size did just that. They are surprisingly comfortable and don’t feel that high at all. I think they may be a little less than 2 1/2 inches high for the heels. It makes a big difference. The satin color is quite lovely and I’m very please with these inexpensive shoes. Great value for the dollar. I just wish they came with heel protectors to extend their lives. Great for practice shoes. I will be buying them again.
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