DURRANT DANCE SHOES DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA FOR QUALITY AND COMFORT
Here is an analogy. Would you put poorly fitting tyres on your car? Similarly, when you dance, your feet are your tyres so look after them.
Pressure points in every pair of shoes will be different, so foot soreness is easily avoided.
If you are dancing for long periods of time or on floors in community centres that are not purpose built, simply change shoes every hour! It is good practice to always take two pairs to class or events.
Avoid using wire brushes to clean the bottom of shoes. It will pull off the green hide (suede). To remove the build up of wax, take the following steps:
1. Cover sole of shoe with brown paper.
2. Heat iron to maximum temperature. Press steam function onto brown paper 3 times.
3. Remove paper and whilst wax is warm, rub sole with the finest sand paper available in CIRCULAR motion.
Always take fine sand paper with you to dance classes or events. If the floor is too waxy, simply rub sandpaper in circular motion!
Is the lining leather? Synthetic linings cause sweating, blisters and do not mould around the foot.
Has the upper been stitched to the lining? Avoid wearing shoes that have been glued as they will split easily .
Is there arch support inside the shoe and double padding under the ball of the foot?
Does the heel height allow you to walk without “rolling” your ankles? If you can’t walk in the shoe do not expect to dance in it!
The T bar style works best for bunions and most foot ailments as it forces the foot to stay back in the cup of the heel. The dancer needs to avoid pushing too far forward as is often the case in an open shoe therefore exacerbating the growth of the bunion.
Most importantly, have a proper fitting as painful feet do not equal dancing enjoyment!
You would not play golf in a football boot, so once you have committed to dance lessons do not think that a street shoe Is going to be kind to your feet.
So you finally organise the dance lessons and it’s time to purchase your shoes, but - you haven’t decided which style you want to continue learning.
Traditionally, an open shoe works best for Latin, closed for Modern/Ballroom.
Here’s a hint: buy a shoe with a peep toe to which is comfortable for all styles until you decide which one is your favourite.
Brides! Avoid having sore feet on your special day ! Dance shoes are the most comfortable shoes because they are designed to mould to your feet as they are flexible. We are specialists in designing shoes that are perfect for you , your bridal party, mother of the bride and groom ! We have over 300 fabrics from which to choose and you choose the most comfortable style and heel for you .
Please note that we order at the start of the month so do allow yourself time to choose , order and receive the perfect pair for you .
With over 300 fabrics from which to choose, we can offer you the perfect pair of shoes to match or compliment your outfit whether it be for comps , socialising or that very important occasion .
This offer extends to gentlemen or same sex partners so if you wish to match your partner’s outfit , we can help!
As dance shoes are often worn on waxed floors , it is important to store your shoes in a bag that does not allow the sole of the shoe to come into contact with the upper part . Always transport your shoes by packing them heel to toe.