[pixiedustbelly]

these new heels are 6".. I can walk fine in them, but the second I step on carpet I feel like I’m going to lose it!! LOL!

Hi rms3f!

Don’t feel bad. Platforms are VERY hard to dance/walk in on carpet because the carpet is squishy and gives. Shorter heels and platforms are easier since your ankles can adjust for the give of the carpet. In my experience, anything 6" or taller are hard to wear on carpet because you have to step straight onto the shoe to keep your ankle from twisting. I actully put a hard plastic mat around my pole so I can dance in my shoes better. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

Good luck with your new, pretty shoes! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif

[pixiedustbelly]

Velvetvixen, I’m sorry to hear about you shoe experience! I am officially a shoe whore because I have over 40 pairs… https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_redface.gif

So here’s my two cents. If you wear a 9 in dress shoes, it has been my experience that you would need a 9 or 8 (probably a 9) in dance shoes. I understand that your foot is skinny and the toe strap gaps on you. I know it is counter intuitive but if your toes are falling off the edge, you probably need a smaller size. Getting a bigger size will only make this worse.

Dance shoes are not meant to fit like the regular shoes you are used to. They need to be small enough on you that they are snug. This prevents "stripper toes" (where your toes hang WAY off the edge) and prevents having a bunch of left over shoe at your heel. For them to fit correctly, your toes should be close to the end of the shoe bed and your heel should be right at or slightly over the back of the shoe bed. You don’t want the little bit of extra room that you would have in regular dress shoes.

Now onto your foot width. Once you find a shoe that’s the right length for your foot, you might still need to accommodate for your narrow width. Lining the inside of the toe strap like FreeTheSun suggested is great idea. I also use those little cushy pad inserts that you put under the balls of your feet to take up extra room. In all the shoe shopping I’ve done, I have unfortunately never come across a shoe with an adjustable toe strap. If these ideas don’t work for you, you might check into a closed-toe shoe instead (they make some sexy as hell closed-toe styles too).

If you’ve managed to read this far, I’m impressed! Good luck on your search. Keep us posted on how things work out for you, ok? https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[pixiedustbelly]

No matter what the width of your foot, your foot will naturally try to slide down in the shoe. I’m a half size so I always go down a size (6.5 so I buy a 6).

Here’s a tip for plastic (and maybe patent?) shoes… I know it was mentioned before that they will stretch an mold to your foot as it warms up. If they are REALLY tight, you can heat them up with a blow dryer and then stretch them out when the plastic is warm. Just be careful though… cuz if you over-stretch them, there is no going back!

Good luck! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_bounce.gif

[pixiedustbelly]

If you are going to try Pleasers or Lucious (a sub-line by Pleaser), http://www.shoebuy.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; is the site I use. Assuming you are in the U.S., they have free shipping, free RETURN shipping, no sales tax, and a price guarantee. They also have coupon codes out there all th time… the current one if for 20% off. Plus, if you sign up for Ebates (http://www.ebates.com/rf.do?referrerid=f1ojdr4ZDkn62E4xxBynPg%3D%3D" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; is my affiliate link), you’ll earn 10% back on your Shoebuy purchase! I LOVE Ebates so I had to give them a plug too. https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_wink.gif

I would suggest starting with a pair of shoes with clear plastic uppers. They often start off a little tighter and then stretch to accommodate the width of your foot. Plus, they have some stick against your skin once your feet warm up. Also, you might want to try something with an extra strap on the front kinda like this: http://www.shoebuy.com/pleaser-delight-602/242733/519821" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

It’s just a theory. Good luck and keep us posted! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif

[pixiedustbelly]

Hi!

I’m interested in a few things. I just sent you an e-mail with details. Thanks! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif

[pixiedustbelly]

Hi everyone!

I just wanted to put my two cents in about Lil Mynx poles. I’ve never tried an X-pole, but I have a Lil Mynx Rotator pole and love it. The mount takes one screw into the ceiling and is disguised as a plant hook. Besides screwing some rubber feet on when you get it, there is no assembly. It had a section of the pole at the top that adjusts to make the pole longer or shorter but you don’t need a ladder at all once the mount is installed. The best thing is that it is quickly and easily removable. To put it up, you just put the pole over the ceiling mount and then lift up while popping the pole in place. To remove it, again lift up while popping the pole out of place. Soooooo easy!

If you get a Lil Mynx, I suggest the Rotator since it has static and spinning mode on it. They usually fit ceilings that are 8-10 feet. If you have a shorter ceiling, they will cut it down for you at no additional charge and you’ll still have 2 feet of adjustment area. For example, my friend has one that they cut down to 7.5 ft and it will still go up to 9.5 ft if needed.

Hope this helps those looking for easy, reliable option! https://www.studioveena.com/img/smilies/icon_e_biggrin.gif