There are a few things to keep in mind while shopping for a pair of exotic dancer stripper shoes. So, first and foremost, how high of heels is acceptable? How long you've been pole dancing, how comfortable you are in high heels, and the purpose for which you'll be wearing them (a pole dance class, a picture session, a competition) are all factors to consider.
Choosing the Perfect Pair of Exotic Dance Shoes: Some Advice
Buying a pair of stripper shoes requires a few considerations, all of which are contextualized by your intended usage. Do you plan to stomp and click your heels and drag them around the floor? Is it for a photo shoot, or do you intend to just do tricks while wearing them?
Height of Heels
I would suggest beginning with a pair of exotic dancing shoes with a heel height of 5 or 6 inches if this is your first time wearing heels, and working your way up to a heel height of 7 or 8 inches if this is your ultimate aim. The Exotic Pole community is now obsessed with 8-inch poles. Sizes 9 inches and larger are best reserved for professional photography. It's like trying to dance while balancing on stilts, and I've seen professionals do it. Generally speaking, a heel height of 7 inches is considered to be just about perfect. In addition to being the lightest and most adaptable for use in tricks, I also find that they are the most comfortable for general dancing. In addition, your legs will seem longer than ever, and you'll feel confident in their durability on stage.
Pair of Shoe Style
The next step is to choose a shoe design. These days, the options for layouts are almost limitless. Now we'll go over the two most common shoe styles among pole dancers: see-through platforms and ankle boots. In the end, it boils down to preference, since both options are useful in different ways.
Lightweight and available in a rainbow of colors, clear platform sandals make it easy to accessorize with your favorite pole outfit or costume. Because they are sandals, your feet will breathe easily, making them a great option for long durations of usage. Remember that the toe strap may feel restrictive across the front of the foot, particularly with the PVC finish, so you may need to order a size greater if your feet are wider in the front. You can extend the clear plastic toe strap if it's too snug around your toes.
Over the last five years, the popularity of ankle boots has skyrocketed with the popularity of the Russian Exotic style. The main aspect of the boots is that they protect the toes, making them ideal for hardstyle moves like as Drop Splits, Heel Bangs, and Kips. They may be a stylish way to prevent injuries to your ankles and the tops of your foot from repeated stress during activities like the Remi Sit or climbing. You may improve your climbing grip by giving them a patent finish.
One drawback of wearing boots is that your feet may become too hot if you do so for long periods since they do not allow air to circulate. It's also possible that they'll gradually squish your toes. Many buyers go up a size when buying boots to account for socks and foot swelling (due to heat).
You should choose a pair of pole shoes with ankle straps if you intend on doing a lot of power spins, leg kicks, and inverted feats, as they will help ensure that your shoes stay on throughout your routine. Extra cushioning is provided for your heel, and you may walk with confidence knowing they won't slip. If you're just going to be standing about and not doing anything, a pair of mules will do just fine. They are also great if you plan on working in a club and want footwear that can be quickly and easily slipped on and off the feet. If you're looking for a pair of mules but haven't been able to find any with straps, you may always purchase some high-quality removable ankle straps.
Wearing Slip-On Sandals Is Not A Good Idea for Routines with A Lot of Tricks
Without anything to keep your heels in place, your shoes are likely to fly off during power spins and inverted transitions. If you want to wear your heels with the appearance of slide-on sandals, you may always purchase transparent add-on straps to attach to your heels.
Do Not Use Anything That Might Scratch the Pole, Especially Metal Studs
If you want to wear heels, a single buckle strap around your ankle is OK, but if you want to seem like a goth, don't get a pair with 12 large buckles and metal spikes across them. Want such, if you like to do floorwork, you run the chance of hurting yourself on the sharp metal.
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