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Russian Pointe Shoe Sapfir V-CutThe brilliance of Sapfir "sapphire" will never grow dim!
Certain sizes may be on back-order, please call (941) 312-6312 for availability.
All custom shoes are non-refundable - Custom shoes may take 8-12 weeks to make.
Style: Sapfir- V-cut pointe shoes flatter the slender foot with a brilliant fit.
- Clean lines of a pleatless, low crown, sleek heel, and pliable long-lasting shanks.
- Medium platform size and tapered box are ideal for tapered toes and narrow feet.
- Pre-arched construction mimics the shape of the foot on pointe to highlight the arch while facilitating pointework and minimizing break-in.
- Available in U-cut see Style SAPFIR.
Jewels Collection - - A choice of V-cut or U-cut, each Jewels Collection pointe shoe is perfectly cut.
- The pleatless toe platform provides a polished appearance, with crisp edges to enhance balance on pointe.
- The low crown and sleek heel work together for an elegantly molded fit.
- A special non-slip leather soles and noise reducing platform construction enhances the on-stage experience.
- Pliable, long-lasting shanks follow the arch with graceful support.
Sizes: (Cut Shape: "V" No Drawstring; Width: W1, W-2, W-3, W-4, W-5, W-6; Vamp: V1-Short, V2-Medium, V3-Long; Shank: H-Hard, FS-Flexible Soft, FM-Flexible Medium, FH-Flexible Hard) - 35, 36, 37, 37.5, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44
Color: European Pink
Why do dancers need personal, professional pointe shoe fitting?For the best experience dancing on pointe, ballet dancers need the expertise of a professional pointe shoe fitter. When dancers are going on pointe as beginners, they need detailed evaluation of their feet and technique. But advanced and professional dancers need personal, professional pointe fitting, too. Several factors made repeated fittings necessary. When dancers understand these factors, they are more likely to return to a professional pointe fitter when they buy pointe shoes. Fit-Dancers should reevaluate their pointe model, size and specifications frequently throughout their training and careers. While their feet are still growing, obviously their size will change, but foot size isn't the only factor that affects fit. The shape of the foot usually continues to change after full growth is achieved, requiring new pointe fittings and sometimes an entirely different pointe shoe model. Development in ballet technique often changes a dancer's preferences for pointe model or specifications including vamp and shank. Consistency-Even when she is sure of what pointe model, size and other specifications she wants to buy, often a dancer cannot be assured that her new pair of pointe shoes will be just like her old pair without a new professional fitting. Russian Pointes are made with outstanding consistency, but because they are individually handmade, it is still possible to find slight variation from one pair to the next. Expense-As a result of problems with fit and consistency, a dancer buying mail-order pointe shoes may have to return and re-order her shoes frequently, incurring shipping expenses that may eliminate the discount pointe shoes she is hoping to buy. Teaching and Troubleshooting-An expert pointe fitter can help a dancer refine her fit beyond the dancer's own understanding or resources. Perhaps she doesn't know that a different size, or different padding, spacers or other accessories, could improve fit, support and technique, or even prevent injury. Perhaps a struggle with her ballet technique could be resolved by a change of pointe model. Perhaps she doesn't know why she is experiencing discomfort on pointe, or what options might be available for her to dance more comfortably. Challenges like these are more difficult for the dancer to resolve on her own.
CHOOSING A SIZEUse the size conversion chart as a general guideline for approximate pointe shoe size. Final size selection will be made during a careful fitting. Toe pads and spacers, model choice, width, and a dancer's personal preference will affect size selection. 
Children's Sizes:Sizes in 29 - 32 are available in a single model for each collection. These shoes reflect the features of the collection, but due to the smaller sizes they are available in one toe platform and medium vamp only. In-between sizes:Try a narrower width in a larger size or a higher vamp in a larger size. Begin the FitStarting with the approximate size choice from the chart, place the dancer in second position and have her plie. In plie she should feel the toe platform with her longest toe, without feeling that the longest toe is jammed tightly against the platform. 
Next, have the dancer place one foot in a pointe position on the floor, without putting her body weight onto pointe. If the shoe is the right length, you will be able to pinch a small amount of fabric at the back of the heel. You should not be able to insert a finger between the dancer's heel and the shoe. If there is no "pinch" at the back of the heel, the shoe may be too short. These pages are for informational purposes only, and are not a substitute for professional fitting. CHOOSING A WIDTH
Examine the width standing on flat and on pointe. Choose a width that hugs the foot snugly without pain. Any gapping or excess fabric indicates the need for a narrower width or smaller size. Keep in mind that the shoes will stretch slightly, widening slightly at the metatarsal, as the dancer breaks them in. The photo shows the smooth, comfortable fit of a shoe with a properly selected width.
These pages are for informational purposes only, and are not a substitute for professional fitting. CHOOSING A VAMPEach model is available in three vamp lengths. The preferred vamp may be chosen without affecting any other feature or measurement of the shoe. The precise length of a short, medium, or long vamp increases or decreases proportionally with shoe size. A correctly chosen vamp provides support without restricting movement. If the vamp is too low, the toes show, which is unattractive and uncomfortable, and compromises support. If the vamp is too high, it cuts into the foot, often painfully, and movement is restricted especially during roll-through. 
Whenever possible, examine the dancer's old pair of pointe shoes. When shoes have been properly selected in all specifications to match the dancer's foot shape and technical needs, the platform will be worn evenly. 
These pages are for informational purposes only, and are not a substitute for professional fitting.
CHOOSING A SHANKSpotlight and Jewels Collection ShanksLong-lasting and pliableSpotlight and Jewels models feature "next generation" shanks, made from 100% natural materials and demonstrating extreme pliability and unmatched durability. Next generation shanks are available in both Standard (solid) and Flexible (cutout at ball of foot) designs. Standard shanks provide more strength behind the ball of the foot, for springing to pointe, hops on pointe and other high-impact choreography, and for dancers who break their shanks at the ball of the foot. Flexible shanks provide more lightness behind the ball of the foot, for enhanced demi-pointe and roll-through. Spotlight Collection (Lumina, Brava, Encore, Muse)
- FS Flexible Soft
- FM Flexible Medium
- FH Flexible Hard
- S Soft (Standard)
- M Medium (Standard)
- H Hard (Standard)
StandardDesigned for springing onto pointe, standard shanks feature a solid shank from the toe platform through the ball of the foot. Recommended for dancers who break shanks in the ball of the foot. Available in seven strengths. FlexibleFlexible shanks feature a cutout design at the ball of the foot for extra lightness, enhancing demi-pointe and roll-through. Available in four strengths. Why doesn't the Flexible series include Soft shank strengths?The distinctive construction of Russian Pointe Flexible shanks is in the cutout design in the ball of the foot. Original (Classic and Polette) shanks softer than Medium (M) have a pressed cardboard component that is too short to be cut out in the ball of the foot. If a dancer finds that a Medium Flexible (MF) shank is too hard, she should try a Standard shank in Medium Soft (MS), Soft (S), or Super-Soft (SS). Because of the innovative technology and new materials of next generation shanks, lower-strength shanks can be cut slightly longer than in the Classic and Polette Collections, making the Flexible shank construction possible in Soft (FS). What is the best shank choice for beginners?There is no definitive answer to this question. When fitting all dancers, including beginners, Russian Pointe suggests focusing first on selecting the properly fitting toe platform, size, width, and vamp, and then choosing the shank. Many professional instructors favor lighter shanks for beginners. Lighter shanks allow beginners to experience roll-through and develop foot strength without over-reliance on the shoe as a prop. All dancers should learn that pointe shoes are meant to provide support, but that strength in the feet must be developed from the beginning if proper technique is to be achieved. Even in the first year, however, different dancers have different needs. For example, a dancer with very strong, high arches may require a stronger shank as a beginner than a dancer with flatter arches. Ultimately, shank choice for beginners is the same as for more advanced dancers: choose the shank that best matches the dancer's needs. The right shank strength provides adequate support while allowing proper placement on full pointe and the desired level of flexibility for roll-through. These pages are for informational purposes only, and are not a substitute for professional fitting.
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