Capezio Women's Contempora Pointe Shoe, European Pink, 7.5 E US
Running ShoesThis beautiful pointe shoe from Capezio is a standard style with a broad, feathered box that will keep you perfectly in balance. The shoe provides medium support with a #2 shank, and the U-throat will look graceful as you perform. Salvatore Capezio was born in 1871 in Muro Lucano, Italy. Uninterested in following in his father's footsteps as a construction engineer, he became an artist of his own right, a cobbler. In 1887, at the age of 17, he opened his shop on Broadway and 39th Street, diagonally across from the old Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. Soon, the shop became a meeting place for dancers who would stop by to discuss their needs and to get a pair of his shoes. As Capezio's popularity grew, dancers from around the world made it a point to visit him and purchase his shoes. The innovation of the products that Salvatore Capezio created and the camaraderie he shared with the dancers molded the direction that his company would follow. In this image, the Capezio brand was established to promote and recognize ongoing achievements and participation in dance. Capezio products remain in the forefront in quality and in technological advances with innovations like the split-sole, the stretch-insert, the Dansneaker and the Tapsneaker. Capezio believes that their success is dependent upon the individual commitment of each customer to continually set new standards of creativity and performance, while preserving a reputation for dependability and distinction. Capezio pledges their support and dedication to the advancement of dance, theater and recreation in communities worldwide.
Product Feature
- This shoe runs 3 sizes larger than street shoe size
- Broad feathered box and wings
- U-throat
- Slightly tapered
- #2 shank
Product Details
- Fabric type : 100% Satin
- Care instructions : Machine Wash
- Sole material : Leather
- Closure type : Pull-On
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User Reviews
Every dancer breaks her/his own shoes to their own preferences, making it difficult to tell someone else what to expect. Capezio is a decent brand and this is a decent practice shoe. You need your own toe pads and silks. Again, as dancers have their own preferences you need to choose your own anyway.
I haven't worn Contemporas for years, but I thought I'd try a pair when I saw the price. Unfortunately, they run a little narrower than I remember and I had to send the C width shoes back.Some sizing feedback for those who don't live a dancewear store stocking this shoe in your size: the shoe length was true to sizing guidelines (subtract 2.5 from your street shoe size) - I wear a women's 11 and size 8.5 pointes were the correct length. If you wear a medium width but larger shoe size, I would recommend trying the D width instead of the C width.
I usually wear US 9, I bought 8.5 and runs larger than I thought. Quality is good, it's comfortable but now I can't use because it's too big. check your capezio size before buying it.
I like these shoes a lot-- I ordered them on a whim (I HIGHLY RECOMMEND BEING PROFESSIONALLY FITTED) after my first two fittings went poorly. I did a lot of research on foot types, and these fit my feet very well. The main issue I have with them, is that Capezio doesn't offer different shank strengths. This shoe comes standard with a #2 shank, which is too weak for me. I have very strong feet and high arches, and the first time I practiced in these I could already tell that the shoes would die after only a practice or two.I had to jet glue the heck out of them immediately, or they would have lasted 2 classes. After I jet glued them, they lasted me about 2 months before I had to break down and buy another pair. I ended up with a different brand/model this time.My other main concern is that the box died quickly. It felt like my big toes were digging a hole in the box, which was uncomfortable. After 5-6 classes, I no longer trusted my left shoe.
these were very easy to break in and size fits perfectly! I have "disappearing" ankles, so there is a bit too much material on the heel, but not enough to be uncomfortable. very happy to have a good practice shoe!
They arrived early! Very nice Unfortunately they weren’t the right model for me … but that’s on me. I recommend
It seems nice for my tapered toes, but size 9 was too small. I am size 10 or bigger for street shoes. Hope they have bigger size.
