Bloch Women's Dansoft Full Sole Leather Ballet Slipper/Shoe Dance

!!Only for snug fitting DANCE slipper finders!!Pics1. 5.52. 4E which is little stretched3. 3E also little stretched4. How to measure foot lengthAside from the sizing issue, the quality of this product seems excellent. To help others choose the right size especially for dance purposes, I’ve included detailed information about my foot size and how this product fits me below.My feet status: (if it is too much, skip to the last!)I have significantly mismatched feet, but I generally wear a women’s size 8 street shoe to fit my larger left foot comfortably. I can fit into size 7.5, but it feels slightly tight on my left foot in a length wise. Unfortunately, my right foot is much shorter—so much so that I even have custom shoes made in size 7.5 for my right foot. My feet are overall quite lean, but I have a high instep, and my toes tend to spread out quite a bit when standing. For street shoes, I usually find a D width to be comfortable, and in some brands, I prefer an E width.+If this makes sense, I have narrow and small heels, which makes slingbacks, sandals, or any shoes with a strap around the heel uncomfortable and ineffective. When it comes to ballet slippers, most models tend to have a bit of extra space at the heel, even when the size fits well.For this product, I read that the length and width tend to run slightly large, so I chose size 5.5 (5.5C).The result… sadly, as you can see in the picture, I think I need to order at least one size smaller for the length. Additionally, having some ballet experience, I don’t think this product runs particularly wide. To properly grip the floor, I need room for my toes to move, but the width of this size felt too narrow for me—even if the 4.5 is made with the same last.I already adjusted the elastic to the tightest possible fit in an effort to make these work, so I don’t think I can exchange them now. However, since the length was much too long (even with socks), I decided to order size 4.5 x-wide as a replacement. I’m prepared for the possibility that the width might be too generous, but I generally prefer shoes that are slightly large rather than small. Once I receive the new pair, I’ll either update this review or write a new one.(Update)4.5 X-wide was still too big, so I exchanged it to 4 X-wide. For left foot, I’m happy with it, but for the right foot, I am considering ordering another pair in size 3.5 X-wide and making these into 2 asymmetrical pairs.Here’s my !updated! sizing recommendation based on my experience:First, draw the out line of your feet on paper. And measure the longest length of it. Now you have your precise shoe/feet size.Starting with 1 1/2 smaller in length according to the brand’s size chart. There is a possibility that you may have to go another 1/2 size smaller. For the width, in my opinion, no adjustment needed if you wear two different sizes, choose the smaller one.Buying sports gear online, especially ballet shoes from a model you’re trying for the first time, can be quite challenging. I hope this review helps even a little.——-update 2025.03.17——Note that for your safety, ballet slippers should fit snugly but not cramped in your toe area. Plus, since this product is made of leather, it will definitely stretch over time. So I think and believe by personal experience it is important that you get the feel of little tightness when using for the first time. I newly attached pictures pair of my…slipper (finally!) which is 3 x-wide! Yes 3X-wide! 4x-wide and was stretched and the remaining wobbly leather around toe area bothered. So I had to down the sizes again and I am finally happy with 3E.As you can see in the last pic, the right foot fitting is not snug enough. So, I tried even 2.5E on my right foot, but it was little bit smaller than desired.

I'm very happy with these ballet shoes. They are actually leather, genuine leather, top and soles. I've worn them for a few months now, they are holding up very well. I own 3 pairs, 2 in black and one in pink.Read about the sizing suggestions before you order and follow their directions. There are several widths available and half sizes. I ordered 3 pairs in different sizes/widths. In street shoes I can wear a size 8-9, and either a regular or wide, depending in the brand. The directions said to order 2 sizes down from your regular street shoe size. So I ordered a 6C, a 6 D and 6.5C. The 6D was the best fit of that bunch, just...snug, so I kept them for class that started the night they arrived. I thought 6.5D would be a perfect, so I ordered them and sent the 6 and 6.5C back. The 6.5D were indeed perfect. I didn't take a photo because they look exactly like the photos in Amazon.

My feet are on the wider side so I was a little skeptical about purchasing them. I’ve purchased other brands in the past that were too tight. These fit my feet perfectly and were very comfortable.

I ended up having to buy two sizes. ALL of the reviews said to buy smaller than your size. In my personal experience of buying ballet shoes, I have always needed at least a size and a half, sometimes two, larger, not smaller. But because of what I read, I ordered a half size smaller (but not two sizes). As it turned out, they were waaaay too small. So, I reordered the second pair in my usual larger size, and they fit perfectly. I still do not know why people said order so much smaller.

We love these slippers, but sizing is hard to nail on the first try. We have returned 2 so far.Maybe order a few sizes expecting to return some.

Theses are great dance shoes. They are true to fit.

These flats run Large. They are a "C" width, women's normal width is a "B". They also seem slightly long.

I made sure to read the other reviews thoroughly before purchasing, and I'm glad I did! As many state, the difference in numerical size from street shoe to ballet shoe is very different. I wear a 9 medium in flat shoes. My feet are a medium width, maybe a little on the wider side of medium. I wanted something to fit snug, so I purchased a 6.5 narrow. They fit very well. The first two wears were a little tight, but they have since molded to my foot and are very comfortable. The only thing I don't like, is that the elastic strap is too tight for me. I have a higher arch, so the strap digs in more than is comfortable. I have been wearing it tucked under my foot. After tightening the drawstring, they stay on, so I'm not sure if I will replace the elastic or not.The leather is a good quality, soft and smooth, well stitched.I bought these so I could exercise on the wood floor in bedroom without slipping in socks or feeling like I was too rough on my bare feet. These can slide when I need to, but don't slip out under me. They're also durable enough for more vigorous exercise moves.I also love the way they look on. Just wearing them makes my ballet workout tapes feel totally different!Overall, pretty, comfy, and well made for a good price!