Leather or Canvas...Full or Split?

Question

I am starting ballet again in the fall, and i was wondering what ballet slippers you guys prefer? The studio i am going to does not specify, the just have to be pink. What are the advantages/disadvatages of canvas and leather? Full or split sole? I was thinking leather Sasha split sole...

Answer 1

it all depends on your preference. you should try on each and see what fits best and is most comfortable. Personally i like leather split sole. split sole fits your arch better, leather lasts longer and is more comfortable in my opinion. but alot of people like canvas because it fits your arch nicely. Its all about what you like.

Answer 2

definitely get split sole-full sole is harder to dance in-doesn't help your relevae at all. i would get leather-i wear canvas to practice in, but i have a lot of ballet classes, and i just wear leather to perform in. leather lasts longer,  and looks better. but canvas doesn't last long at all, and isn't as good in appearance.

hope that helps :)

Answer 3

1. leather or canvas?   i like leather but it depends on the type of floor youll be dancing on if its a rubber floor you want canvas leather will stick. if its tile you want leather. if its linoleum or hard wood you could do both.. leather lasts longer

2. split sole definitely its waaay more professional split sole is for like 3-5 year olds to strengthen their arches

Answer 4

split sole is easier to move in, but pro ballet dancers often recommend full sole (although i'm not sure why....)

also, i like leather better because they seem to last longer.

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Answer 5

Canvas Split. You get a good arch.

Answer 6

split sole for sure, canvas are better (more comfortable) but leather looks nicer and lasts a lot longer

Answer 7

Definitely get a split sole. Canvas are usually better to dance in, but leather look better on your feet and last longer. It just depends what you prefer.