Always consult your dance teacher about their preferred shoe type, as well as their preferred colour. More aesthetic during performances Less arch support Full Sole More resistant than a Split Sole shoe, therefore builds foot muscles Can hide bad technique such as clawed toes How to measure feet for Ballet shoes? Follow the link for our handy shoe size guide.
Dancewear Central always recommends ordering one size larger than your street wear shoe size. Below is a guide on how to measure your feet;. Overwhelmed by the choice? What are Ballet Shoes made of? What are the different parts of ballet shoes called?
Drawstring: on a flat ballet shoe this allows the shoe to be tightened Elastics: these are pieces of elastic sewn onto each shoe to ensure the most secure fit. We have a fantastic tutorial of how to sew ballet shoe elastics here Ribbon: usually attached to pointe shoes, but also flat ballet shoes for exams, ribbons are tied around the ankle to secure the shoe.
Learn how to tie ballet shoe ribbons here Sole: the bottom of the ballet shoe often made from suede. Beginners usually wear a full sole, and then advance to a split sole Box: a hard box which covers the toes in a pointe shoe. Which fabric is best for ballet shoes? Split Sole VS.
Split Sole. At the end of the day, your ballet teacher will usually have the final say. Ballet slippers sometimes come in different widths. For instance, Capezio Daisy ballet slippers are available in a narrow width, a medium width, and by special order, a wide width. You can tell if a shoe is too narrow if the toes are bunched together at the front. Ballet slippers can fit different ways depending on what you want to get out of them.
When the dancer has the shoe on, pull the shoe forward as far as possible and pinch the fabric to measure space in the shoe. If you are heading into a store for new ballet shoes try a pair with the exact fit, according to your measurements, and a pair the next size up. You'll be able to see which size allows for the easiest movement and is the most comfortable for your little dancer.
To test the fit ask your child to stand up and place your index finger in between their heel and the back of the shoe. Once your child is standing tall, your finger should fit comfortably in that space, this will allow them to move easily when dancing. If your finger is being pinched tightly try the next size up. You should feel the shoe hugging the toes nicely and with no pulling or stretching around the longest toe.
If there's any extra material or their toes are curled, you'll need to try a different size. For your little ballerina that will be months of flapping around in too-big shoes making following the steps in class more difficult.
Other factors to consider when buying ballet shoes for your little dancer are quality vs cost, canvas vs leather, single elastic vs double and, full sole vs split sole. Inexpensive, badly made shoes can quickly fall apart and may not adequately support your little dancer's feet. We will always recommend looking for the best quality of shoes within your budget.
Look at reviews online, talk to your child's ballet teacher and other dance mums for their recommendations on which shoes to buy. A good quality, second-hand pair of ballet shoes is a great money-saving option which leaves more budget for their class fees. Single elastic shoes are easier and quicker to put on and off and are generally recommended for small children.
Double elastic shoes have two elastics crossed over on top of the foot. When positioned correctly double elastics will provide more support and define the arch better.
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