Swing Joined: 2/20/05
Broadway Star Joined: 11/14/04
well, i've only done community theatre, but i've been dancing for close to eleven years, and i've only worn two brands of character shoes: leo's and so danca. I liked the so danca shoes better b/c the heel was narrower, which worked better with my feet. but leo's has a very good reputation, and their shoes last for a pretty good amount of time.
Swing Joined: 2/20/05
So true, Catie! And I've had no luck finding dance stores outside of Manhattan where they have working knowledge of more than one brand. One store even told me just buy up a size and stuff the loose places! Thank goodness someone took me to La Duca-- I don't dance much onstage anymore, but I use them as my default character heels. Even after a two performance day, my feet feel pretty good.
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