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Explaining the anatomy and function of a pointe shoe helps first-timer wearers understand what a properly fitting shoe should feel like.
In 2020, as the Black Lives Matter movement pushed conversations about inclusivity into the spotlight, dancers and balletomanes called on…
From pre-pointe education sessions to data-driven insights, Jessie Reid of From the Top dance boutique shares practical strategies for improving first-time fittings.
When dancers come in asking for the same shoes they see everywhere, the fitter’s role is to explore whether that choice truly suits their feet—and offer informed alternatives if needed.
The pointe shoe may look much as it did a century ago, but a handful of manufacturers are making waves with non-traditional designs that leverage modern technology.
For nearly 30 years, she helped shape the U.S. pointe shoe market, introducing the Grishko brand and later co-founding Virtisse, which will now be led by her daughter.
The New Zealand–based founder of Juon Pointe and the Pointe Shoe Summit explains why she believes fitting to the larger foot is a mistake.
How a career-altering injury led Esther Juon to create a system of pointe shoe fitting and dance education that prioritizes pointe readiness and dancer safety.
Fitting pointe shoes is about balance—when one feature changes, others often need to shift to keep everything in harmony with the dancer’s foot.