I need help with pointe shoes sizes for Freed's

Question

Hi, Im starting pointe work soon and am looking to buy some Freed SBT pointe shoes. Does anyone know what size I would need to buy these in. I am a normal shoe size 51/2 - 6. Thanks x

Answer 1

I hate to sound like everyone else out there, but you really do need to go get them fitted, especially for your first pair of pointe shoes. When I got my Freeds fitted, we had to go through about three different sizes, and this was after I told her my street shoe! They have a store in NY and London, but if you don't live near either of those places I would just try a different brand. Why do you specifically need Freeds anyway?

Answer 2

Sorry, but it's VITAL to get professionally fitted for pointe shoes!  All makes fit slightly differently and what make you end up with depends on how they fit your particular feet.  I don't even buy my daughter soft ballet shoes without having them professionally fitted but with pointe shoes it's essential to get them fitted by a professional.

Where do you live?  UK or US?  If you're here in the UK there's a great forum (doing dance at www.ballet.co.uk) where the folks can probably advise you on where to go in your area for pointe shoe fitting.  I know there's several very good shops in London.

Answer 3

Don't worry, they sell Freeds at pretty much any dance store that sells pointe shoes. I seriously recommend getting fitted, though. Just tell them your street shoe size so they can estimate and then try different sizes/styles from there. Don't get your heart set on a certain brand and style, as they might not work for your feet.

Answer 4

in my opinion, the only way to get a great fit in a pointe shoe is to try them on and get help from a dancer

if this will be your first pair of shoes, go to a local dance supply store and ask them to fit you for a pair.  i recommend gaynor mindens.