heels guide
Hi Dancers,
Here is a list of places (both online and local to the Vancouver + Victoria area) that we recommend you check out when looking for a pair of heels for dance class. We even have some discount codes for you too!
A reminder that while wearing heels is recommended for our courses, it is not mandatory. We want you to be comfortable and feel good first.
Another reminder that our level names (Kitten Heels, Pumps and Stilettos) do not refer to the actual shoe you are meant to wear, you can wear any style or height of heel that you feel comfortable in.
When searching for a dance heel we recommend that you look for:
Ankle support - Something that wraps around the ankle to ensure your shoe doesn’t slip off while you are dancing.
A heel that is not too high - We suggest you stay within the range of 1.5 - 3.5 inches depending on what you're used to wearing
A non-marking sole - Most dance shoe brands sell suede or street soles which are great options. If you are wearing heels from a non-dance brand, please avoid black rubber soles
Avoid a platform - Platforms can be dangerous as they add height and remove the ability to feel the floor through your feet, which is helpful when doing turns and quick weight changes
Avoid wedges - These shoes are also dangerous because of the limited flexibility that your foot has in the shoe
WANT A SHOE THAT HAS IT ALL?!
The Glow Getter - Unleash your inner glow and elevate your performance with the ultimate Heels dance boot. “The Glow Getter” by Luminesque Dance is an open-toe lace-up dance heel bootie featuring our revolutionary half-moon heel, offering a block heel's stability with the sleek stiletto silhouette.
Designed by dancers for dancers, this meticulously crafted Heels dance shoe integrates our decades of professional Heels experience and the feedback of thousands of Heels dancers from beginner to professional levels. Just a few of our innovations include:
Zippers on the inside sole to avoid catching on tights during floorwork.
A flexible tongue to protect your bridge from the laces in flexed positions.
A perfectly balanced shank to properly distribute your weight, extra long laces to ensure calf size inclusivity.
Best of all - the unmatched support and style of the half-moon heel. While our professional recommendation is the suede bottom for versatile grip and 8.5 cm height for best balance, you can make our design your own by customizing the height and sole.
The Glow Getter is made of vegan leather material.
Use the code BMLUMINESQUE to get 10% off. If you love them, please leave us a 5-star review!
Other retailers that we recommend
Local Options:
VANCOUVER
The Dance Shop (1089 W Broadway, Vancouver)
Duck Feet Dance (1079 Marine Dr, North Vancouver)
VICTORIA
Stretch Dancewear (3531 Uptown Blvd #107)
Toes ‘N’ Taps (1733 Cook St, Victoria)
Online Retail Options:
Bouge Moi - Use Luminesque’s discount code BMLUMINESQUE to get 10% off any pair of Bouge Moi shoes. Please note that Luminesque receives a small kickback and that money will be used to purchase shoes for giveaways, scholarship students, etc.
Burju - Use that link and use the code LUMIFAM to get 10% off a pair of Burju shoes. Please note that Luminesque receives a small kickback and that money will be used to purchase shoes for giveaways, scholarship students, etc.
Heel Appeal (Women Owned + Canadian Owned) - Use Shaka’s code SHAKA10 for 10% off. Stretch Dancewear in Victoria carries a few styles. You can mention that you dance with Luminesque and receive 10% off.
Capezio - We recommend looking into their ballroom or character shoes for those who like a short but sturdy heel.
Dancewear Centre - We recommend looking into their character and musical theatre shoes for those who like a short but sturdy heel.
Light In The Box - Large variety to choose from.
Dance Vegan - Shoes that don’t use any animal products.
