What’s a tango shoe?

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Tango shoes are designed for men and women to wear while tangoing, with women’s shoes being high-heeled and open-toe. They are flexible, supportive, and come in many colors and styles. Tango shoes for men look like classic dress shoes and prevent slipping. They can be purchased at specialty dance stores or online.

Tango shoes are specially designed dance shoes for men and women to wear when tangoing, a form of ballroom dancing originating in Argentina. The shoes are light and soft. They are designed to fit comfortably on a person’s feet while looking elegant and stylish while dancing.

Tango shoes for women are high-heeled, open-toe shoes with a strap around the ankle. The heels are placed in the correct position to provide stability when walking backwards. Tango shoes are flexible enough to allow maximum articulation of the foot, but are still supportive. Tango often requires a woman to dance on her toes, and tango shoes are perfectly made for those types of dance moves.

There are variations on the basic style, like heel cages, peep toes, exposed arches, and T-straps that run up the middle of the forefoot. The soles are usually made of leather or suede. Tango dance shoes come in many colors and patterns to match a woman’s tango dress or costume. Women’s tango shoes usually feature a stiletto heel, but other options are available. A woman just beginning to learn to tango might start with a shoe with a smaller heel, and an experienced dancer might choose to wear a very high-heeled shoe for more dramatic effect.

Tango shoes for men are made to flex with the foot while providing support for the feet. The shoes also prevent slipping as the man gently guides the woman across the dance floor. Dance shoes for men often give the appearance of a classic dress shoe. Tango shoes for men completely enclose the foot and buckle up the front. They are made of leather or suede and are available in many colors and styles, from a basic brown to a black wingtip.

Tango dance shoe sizes work the same as street shoes, but half sizes may not be available. Shoe stretchers can be purchased to stretch the material of the shoe, allowing it to fit better. Shoes made of suede and soft leather will stretch more than shoes made of patent leather.

Tango shoes can be purchased at specialty dance stores or online stores and boutiques. Many of these dance shoes are made in Argentina, which is considered the birthplace of the tango dance style. Most online dance shoe retailers accept currencies from many countries and will ship to locations all over the world.




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