Care Guide
Wear & Care
Dance Paws are handmade in the U.S.A. from premium materials selected for performance and longevity. Follow these guidelines to keep your pair looking and feeling their best.
Materials & Construction
Suede Sole
Premium split-grain suede provides the ideal balance of slip and grip for turns and footwork across all dance surfaces.
Elastic Upper
Four-way stretch elastic hugs the foot without restriction, keeping the paw secure through leaps, extensions, and contact work.
Reinforced Seams
Double-stitched perimeter seams resist separation even under repeated flexion and pointed-foot stress.
Handmade Finish
Each pair is cut and assembled by hand in our U.S.A. studio, allowing quality control at every step of production.
Available Colors
Light Nude
A warm, natural tone that blends seamlessly with fair to medium skin tones — ideal for stage and studio.
Dark Nude
A deeper, richer tone that complements medium to deep skin tones beautifully under stage lighting.
Putting On Your Dance Paws
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Start with clean, dry feet
Moisture or lotion can cause the elastic to slip. Pat feet dry before putting on your paws.
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Slip the loop over your middle toe
The toe loop anchors the paw. Center it on your middle (third) toe with the suede facing down.
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Pull the elastic across the ball of the foot
Guide the front edge snugly across the widest part of your foot just below the toes.
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Wrap around the heel and secure
Bring the back strap under the arch and around the heel until it sits flat with no bunching.
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Check the fit before dancing
The suede sole should lay flat against the floor. The elastic should feel secure but not restrictive — you should be able to fully point and flex.
Trimming for a Custom Fit
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Put the paws on first
Always wear the paws before trimming — the elastic stretches when worn, so off-foot measurements will be off.
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Mark with a fabric pen or chalk
Identify any areas where the edge extends beyond your foot. Mark lightly — you can always trim more, never less.
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Trim in small increments
Use sharp fabric scissors. Cut in small passes and re-check the fit after each pass.
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Round the corners
Curved edges resist fraying better than sharp corners. A small arc at each cut edge extends the life of the trim.
Care Instructions
Hand Wash
Gently hand wash in cool water with mild soap. Do not machine wash.
Air Dry Flat
Lay flat on a clean towel to dry. Never wring, twist, or tumble dry.
Brush the Suede
Use a soft suede brush in one direction to restore the nap and remove surface dirt.
Store Flat
Store flat or loosely rolled in a breathable bag — never folded at a sharp crease.