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Yes, the Pointe shoe is padded. With layers of cloth and glue, the toe is padded so the ballerina can stand on it like a platform.

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Q: Is there something in ballerina shoes that allow the ballerina to dance on her toes?
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Who invented ballet shoes?

They were made by Marie Taglioni, the first ballerina to dance on her toes.


What equipment do you need to be a ballerina?

I have been a ballerina for 11 years. I have been dancing at an academy, so wherever you dance depends on what you need so dont take this as set in stone, check with them before you buy anything 1. something to dance in ie. a leotard (stocking ,skirt if you want) 2. ballet shoes (get these fitted at a dance store) 3. A place to dance


What is the name of the ballet shose?

If you are referring to the shoes that allow ballet dancers to dance on their toes, these are called Pointe Shoes.


Do ballerina shoes have metal at the tip of the shoe?

no.


Can you use sock instead of pointe shoes to dance like a ballerina?

Pointe shoes are hardened in order to give your foot support when standing on the very tips of your toes. A sock would not support your toes and help them to stay in straight alignment.

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Can you use pointe shoes for decoration if you're not a ballerina?

Of course you can, but do not try to dance on them!


Were can you get a ballerina outfit with the shoes?

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Who invented ballet shoes?

They were made by Marie Taglioni, the first ballerina to dance on her toes.


What equipment do you need to be a ballerina?

I have been a ballerina for 11 years. I have been dancing at an academy, so wherever you dance depends on what you need so dont take this as set in stone, check with them before you buy anything 1. something to dance in ie. a leotard (stocking ,skirt if you want) 2. ballet shoes (get these fitted at a dance store) 3. A place to dance


Where is Bella ballerina shoes at?

There are Bella ballerina shoes at stride rite and other kids' stores. If not, you can order a pair on amazon.


What is the name of the ballet shose?

If you are referring to the shoes that allow ballet dancers to dance on their toes, these are called Pointe Shoes.


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Do ballerina shoes have metal at the tip of the shoe?

no.


What brand shoe does Nelly wear?

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How did pointe shoes get that name?

They allow ballerinas to appear to dance on the very tips, or points, of their toes.


Can you use sock instead of pointe shoes to dance like a ballerina?

Pointe shoes are hardened in order to give your foot support when standing on the very tips of your toes. A sock would not support your toes and help them to stay in straight alignment.


What is the importance of appropriate clothes and shoes to a ballerina?

Nothing, do it naked