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Aris Allen Women’s White Classic Canvas Dance Sneaker

Aris Allen Women’s White Classic Canvas Dance Sneaker

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  • These are a very cute dance shoe version of the classic sports sneaker so popular in the 20th century.
  • They have a suede bottom sole.
  • The comfy insoles are very thick, molded, and removable. If you wear orthotics you may be very happy with how roomy these are when you remove the insoles.
  • Light, comfortable, and cute. The rubber foxing is sewn to the upper.
  • Not only do they look adorable with a skirt - these are perfect for dancers of all skill levels.
  • Aris Allen is known for making vintage style swing dance shoes and reproduction models that are more authentic equipment for dancing swing than ordinary ballroom shoes are. Their philosophy being that your dancing will look more authentic if you wear the same style of shoes the inventors of the dance were wearing.
  • Item #: 427-WH

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  • The footbed is removable so you can add your own or wear them with orthotics.
  • Sneakers are the most comfortable thing you can dance in - but rubber bottom shoes will eventually harm your knees. The answer? Suede or leather soles.

    SIZING TIPS - (ALL SHOES ARE USA SIZES):
    (Our returns show we are right about 95% of the time - these are one of our least returned styles)

    CHECK THE PHOTOS FOR OUR CHART WITH MEASUREMENTS OF THE INSOLE INSIDE THE SHOE. 

    When we tried these on 40 different women's feet:
    - Narrow width feet: were ok with the fit
    - Medium width feet: happy
    - Wide width feet: not happy (but see below about replacing the very thick insoles with thinner ones)

    • Our test group said that these fit pretty true to size - so if you fit in between two sizes, it's best to go with the one you purchase the most.
    • In case it helps:
      - When asked, women who said, for instance, "I almost always wear an 8, but sometimes a 7.5", found that they were happiest with the size 8.
      - Women who said "I almost always wear a 7.5, but sometimes an 8" were happiest with the 7.5.
    • These are average width - only women with very wide feet did not like the width. We have heard from several women with wide feet that they took the ultra-thick insoles out and replaced them with ultra-thin insoles which apparently makes them much roomier.

    ABOUT SUEDE SOLES:

    • All dancers know that suede soles are wonderful to dance on but require occasional upkeep (it's usually a problem with catching the edge on a piece of hardwood that is sticking up on the dance floor).
    • If you need to re-glue the suede many people just use crazy glue gel. We have also found that commercially produced shoe repair glue (available from the shoe repair shop in your local mall) works great.
    • You're not supposed to wear suede soles outside - but every swing dancer wants “fast” soles. Suede soles can be made much “faster” if you wear them everywhere to get them dirty, even walk in the rain a little - let them dry, then dance in them until they're shiny on the bottom. But: never think you can wear them in the rain just before a dance. Bad idea.
    • If you prefer them less zippy you can dull the "mirror finish" they can get by roughing them up with a wire brush periodically. And if the dance floor is super slippery a good trick is to just spill your drink on the floor and step in it!
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      • 5 stars: 101 (84%)
      • 4 stars: 11 (9%)
      • 3 stars: 6 (5%)
      • 2 stars: 1 (1%)
      • 1 star: 1 (1%)
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      Margaret Norman
      I love them

      I love them. Nice and light exactly what I was needing.

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      Anonymous
      I love these shoes! They are so soft and comfortable

      I love these shoes! They are so soft and comfortable. They molded to my feet the first time I wore them. I could dance all night without a break-in period. They're super cute too.

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      Jennie Riddle
      Perfect for comfortable square dance shoes

      I ordered these for Square Dance National Convention, we danced 20+ hours in 4 days and the shoes were great. The buckle is a little confusing will take some learning. I added my own insole and these will be my go to dance shoe forever now! Finally a dance shoe I can add my needed arch support to! :)

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      Anonymous
      So far, so good!

      I have only worn them for one class, but so far they have already blown me away. They look super nice, and I can tell they are well made. Since I do a lot of west coast swing, I wanted a shoe that is more stylish than my normal ballroom shoes.

      Very comfy, especially for my wide feet. 10/10 would recommend, and I will definitely order another pair when the time comes.

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      Annie
      Such beautiful shoes

      Such beautiful shoes, very comfortable. I got my usual shoe size, 9w.

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      Oliver Parham
      Beautiful and well fitting

      Thanks so much for getting these shoes to me! They’re gorgeous. My last pair of Aris Allen’s lasted over 15 years, and they still have life in them. These however, are pristine wonders!

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      ann t
      I love these roomy and well built shoes

      I love these roomy and well built shoes. I cannot wait to wow my dance partners with my style and speed.

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      Michael Aviña
      This is a fantastic quality shoe that’s light as Air with a smooth suede sole

      This is a fantastic quality shoe that’s light as Air with a smooth suede sole. It’s a pleasure to wear and dance it. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for shoe this category.

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      Jordan Mysliwiec
      Great dance shoes that are cute too!

      I love these shoes! They’re true to size and feel great. Maybe a little stiff at first but after two social dances they break in wonderfully. I was looking for some white tennis shoe looking dance shoes that are sueded and these are perfect. Thank you!

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      Anonymous
      These shoes improved my dancing skills! The company was very transparent in expectations and

      These shoes improved my dancing skills! The company was very transparent in expectations and provided so much information. The shoes were sent within a day of ordering. I couldn't be more satisfied between the comfort of the shoes to the professionalism of this company.

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      Laura N
      Light, comfortable, easy to turn, love them!

      These mary janes are great! Very comfortable straight out of the box, I was able to get the strap across the top of my foot snug enough so they feel secure and stay on very well. Easy to turn in thanks to the suede sole. Comparatively wide toe box, which I really appreciate - gave my feet room without feeling sloppy. Very pleased!

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      Laura W
      Foot-shaped shoe approved

      Honestly I'm so pleasantly surprised that these actually fit me and are so comfortable. I primarily wear foot-shaped shoes (Lems, Altra, etc) because my big toes continue in a straight line from my heel through my arch, without tapering inward, and I can't stand shoes that taper at the toe and smash / bend my big toe inward. My feet are 10" long and 3.75" wide at the widest part. I wear a 9.5 in normal shoes, and ordered a 9.5 Wide in these Mary Jane's. They fit like a glove and don't smash/bend my big toe at all. Big thanks to customer service who recommended these over the canvas sneaker when I reached out asking which had less of a toe taper. I especially love the easy on/off buckle clip. Couldn't be happier!💃🏼

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      Anonymous
      Pointy toe

      Feel sort of clownish. The toe is long and pointy. The old Ari’s Allen’s are the best dance shoes I ever had. Just wore them into the ground. But I think I’ll have them repaired now.

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      Anonymous
      Worked so well on marley

      Worked so well on marley floor!

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      Matthew K
      I like these shoes a lot. Easy on and off.

      I like these shoes a lot. Easy on and off, unlike some of the canvas shoes. Could use a little more cushioning, but that can be supplemented by insoles.

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      Thomas Manson
      Fit is great

      Fit is great. Initial quality looks super as well.
      Very comfortable. Difficult to find cap-toe dance shoes anywhere. Glad I found you guys!

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      Kayla Benjamin
      Super cute and arrived fast!

      Super cute and arrived really quickly! I bought a half size up so that I could add insoles with a little extra support, which I highly recommend.

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      Anonymous
      Most comfy shoes ever

      Amazing shoes! These are the first dance shoes I've ever bought. I have wider feet and some other issues that make most shoes very uncomfortable, but being able to adjust the width is a game changer!

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      Holly Franko
      A little stiff

      They are a little stiff but are working out alright.

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      Anonymous
      Love the shoes

      Love the shoes, unique and elegant!

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      Jo Anne Murphy
      The black canvas dance sneaker is very comfortable and accommodating to my bunions

      The black canvas dance sneaker is very comfortable and accommodating to my bunions. I followed the sizing tips and the fit is perfect! So happy to have found a dance shoe that fits!

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      Anonymous
      They are great comfortable dance

      They are great comfortable dance shoes

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      Anonymous
      Comfortable

      My husband has serious and painful foot damage from military boots. He says these shoes are the most comfortable he has found.

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      Dorothy King
      Snub Toe Mary Jane Wide dance shoe is roomy.

      This Snub Toe Mary Jane dance shoe is roomy in the toe area and I needed this for swing dancing. Most shoes are too tight and it does not allow the toes to spread for balance on wider feet. I have used it for other dance styles and it allows the dancer to roll through the foot with flexibility. I wish there was a 1 1/2 heeled version with this roomy toe box.

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      Janna Rich
      They are comfortable and have saved me from extreme tiredness the next day after three hours or

      They are comfortable and have saved me from extreme tiredness the next day after three hours or more of swing dancing.

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      Anonymous
      Satisfied customer

      Well these shoes look exactly like the picture, so cute. They are very light weight. I have a short wide foot with stubby toes. When I first put the 5.5 W shoe on I feared it was a little too big and would slip. There was a little space at the heel. However, once I got both shoes on and buckled they seemed perfect. No slipping when I walked. They are soft and dreamy to wear. The width is just right for me.

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      Anonymous
      Wish they came in a wide size

      Wish they came in a wide size. Right shoe is a bit tight, due to my bunion & hammertoes. But it being canvas, I think it could be stretched. Nice stable shoes for swing dancing.

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      Lesley Greene
      So happy with these!

      They are great, lightweight shoes.

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