The Best Pointe Shoes

Pointe shoes are the most expensive and the most complicated dance shoe. The best pointe shoes are the ones that fit you like second skin. Really the more you understand about pointe work and pointe shoe construction, the better able you'll be to make a great choice.

And you are in the right place for information about pointe shoes.

First, start by gettin HTD's guide Pointe Shoes 101. It has all the essentials that dance teachers never have time to tell you.

Next go to HTD's Pointe Shoes Reviews. Learn which shoes are made for you.

When you have shoes your feet are happy with, come back here to learn how to keep them happy!

Finding the right pointe shoes is half the battle. Now you need the right pointe shoe accessories to make the shoes perfect! Here is a list of accessories you'll need.

Once you find pointe shoes you love, how do you make them last as long as possible? Read tips, tricks, and myths debunked.

Pointe is serious work! How do you know if you are ready to start pointe? Read the 7 questions to find out.

Do you have a specific question about your pointe shoes? Ask it here! Get the answers you need without guessing. You can also brows other peoples questions. Maybe someone has had the same question as you.

Finding your perfect shoe will be a different process, depending on where you are in your training.

Best for Beginners (new-2 years)

-You have to know some key things about pointe shoes to find the best one! Sign up to get my Pointe Shoes 101 guide book for new pointe dancers!
-Get to know your feet and how pointe shoes support them!-Many think they have to start with Bloch or Capezio. They can be good but there are some smaller brands that shouldn't be overlooked.
-Other favorites Grishko, Chacott, Russian Pointe
-Stay away from highly engineered shoes (like Gaynor Mindens) until you are stronger
-Many beginners do well with a broad platform

Best for Intermediate (3 years+)

Best for Advance (4 years+)