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Jazz shoes should fit similar to ballet shoes. The fit does not have to be as exact or as snug as a pointe shoe, but buying them with too much "growing room" can be a mistake, too. The low jazz shoes and the jazz boots are easier to fit than the dance sneakers, in part because they lack a hard toe box. Dancers have many things to consider when deciding on a pair of jazz shoes. Available in both full sole and split sole versions, the split sole is more flexible and easier to point. Full sole shoes can look more like a street shoe on stage, which can be good, and they can offer more arch support or can be fitted with flexible custom orthotics if necessary. If you are looking for a very customized fit and want a shoe that is great for quick changes then consider a slip-on jazz shoe. Instead of laces the shoe has elastic to hold the shoe on. This shoe may also be a good shoe for lyrical since it comes in tan leather. The jazz boot differs from the low jazz shoe both in the look and the increased ankle support. The jazz boot may be a little harder for a quick change. Teacher preference, especially if you are on a team or in a show, usually solves the dilemma.
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