Pancake My Pointe Shoes With Me! pt 1

Did you know every dancer has a different method for prepping their shoes? This extends to the breaking-in process, sewing, maintenance, and coloring! This can be for several reasons: personal preference, an artistic director’s vision, proper fit, injury prevention, increased longevity, and so much more. Take a look at how I, as an Asian professional ballet dancer, pancake my shoes!