{"product_id":"bl196-open-toe-ballroom-latin-dance-shoes-25-flared-heel","title":"BL196 Open-Toe Ballroom \u0026 Latin Dance Shoes • 2.5\" Flared Heel","description":"\u003cp\u003eA little sparkle, a classic dance silhouette and an easy-to-wear open toe make the \u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL196 Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Dance Shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e a versatile choice for dancers who want something more decorative than a plain practice shoe. Designed for the dance floor rather than simply for appearance, BL196 works comfortably across lessons, social dancing and a wide mix of Ballroom and Latin styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL196 Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic • Sparkling • Feminine • Social-Dance Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver\/Black\u003c\/strong\u003e has the stronger personality of the two. Bright silver sparkle wraps around the heel and sweeps diagonally across the forefoot against a clean black base, creating a graphic, slightly retro ballroom look that becomes especially effective under evening lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\/Sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e is the quieter option. Tonal black panels keep the shoe understated from a distance, while the textured sparkle catches the light as the foot moves. It is an easy choice for dancers who want some shimmer without committing to a metallic shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL196 Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Shoes – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBL196 combines an \u003cstrong\u003eopen-toe front with shaped crossover panels\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than using multiple narrow straps across the toes. The wider sections create useful coverage around the forefoot, while inset fabric and mesh sections allow the upper to contour around the foot without looking heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim straps cross diagonally over the instep and secure around the ankle, helping connect the front and back of the shoe while allowing the hold to be adjusted. A decorative buckle adds a small finishing detail without dominating the overall design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderfoot, a \u003cstrong\u003ecushioned insole\u003c\/strong\u003e adds comfort for longer classes and social sessions, while the carefully angled shank supports the shoe's balance through the heel and forefoot. The \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" \/ 6.35 cm flared heel\u003c\/strong\u003e provides classic Ballroom and Latin height with a broader base than a very slim competition heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efull suede dance sole\u003c\/strong\u003e completes the construction, providing the controlled grip and glide needed for turns, pivots and travelling movement on suitable indoor dance floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL196 Technical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-Toe Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Shoe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eUpper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSparkle Fabric \u0026amp; Microfibre Panels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Textile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eInsole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCushioned\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Suede Dance Sole\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAngled Dance Shank\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5\" \/ 6.35 cm Flared Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eToe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen Toe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossed Instep Straps \u0026amp; 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Start with your regular UK shoe size. The heel should remain secure and the forefoot should sit comfortably within the front of the shoe without sliding forwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Dancers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crossed straps allow the hold through the instep to be adjusted, making BL196 a useful option for dancers who prefer more security than a minimal Latin sandal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBL196 Fit Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the position of the shaped front panels carefully. They should sit smoothly around the forefoot without cutting into the sides, while the toes remain comfortably positioned over the sole rather than extending beyond it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #7a8a94; margin-top: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDance World sizing recommendations are intended as a starting point. 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