{"title":"So Danca Ballroom Shoes.","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse our So Danca Ballroom Shoes. collection. Best Price.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bl118-ballroom-social-dance-shoes-sparkly-gold-black","title":"BL118 Ballroom \u0026 Social Dance Shoes • Sparkly Gold \u0026 Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL118 Ballroom Dance Shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e bring together easy comfort, a secure fit and just the right amount of sparkle for the social dance floor. Available in \u003cstrong\u003eGold and Black\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an approachable Ballroom style for dancers who want a proper suede-soled dance shoe without moving into a more demanding competition design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL118 Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfortable • Sparkly • Approachable • Social\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBL118 is uncomplicated in the best possible way. The Gold has a warm shimmer that feels naturally dressed-up for parties and social evenings, while Black gives the same comfortable construction a quieter, more versatile look. Neither colour feels overly formal - these are shoes made to be worn, danced in and enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL118 Ballroom \u0026amp; Social Dance Shoes – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBL118 sits firmly in the \u003cstrong\u003esocial and recreational side of Ballroom dancing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than chasing the close, highly articulated feeling of a professional competition shoe, its construction puts comfort and confidence first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" heel\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the shoe an elegant Ballroom profile while remaining manageable for social dancing and regular classes. It's a useful middle ground for dancers who want more lift than a very low beginner heel without moving into a particularly demanding high-heel position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the more useful details is hidden at the sides of the forefoot. \u003cstrong\u003eElasticated gussets around the metatarsal area\u003c\/strong\u003e allow a little extra give as the foot moves, making the front of the shoe feel less rigid during longer sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderfoot, a \u003cstrong\u003efully cushioned insole\u003c\/strong\u003e adds everyday comfort, while the \u003cstrong\u003efull suede dance sole\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the familiar balance of glide and controlled traction needed for turns, directional changes and social Ballroom movement on suitable indoor floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn adjustable strap crosses the foot and fastens at the ankle, helping keep the heel connected as you move. The overall construction is secure without feeling overly technical - exactly what we'd expect from a good social dance shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL118 Technical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSocial Ballroom Dance Shoe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eUpper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShimmer Textile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; 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