CLARA Black Crystal Latin Dance Shoes • 70mm Flare Heel
CLARA Black Crystal Latin Dance Shoes • 70mm Flare Heel - Black / 4 UK / 37 EU is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Size & Fit Advice
Size & Fit Advice
At a Glance
At a Glance
Materials & Construction
Materials & Construction
Care information
Care information
International shoe sizes can vary slightly between brands and models. Use your measured foot length as the best starting point, then compare it with the individual brand's size recommendation. Where a product page gives model-specific sizing advice, that guidance should always take priority over a general conversion chart.
International Adult Shoe Size Conversion
A general reference for comparing EU, UK and US adult shoe sizes. Foot length is shown to make cross-brand comparison easier.
| Foot Length cm |
EU | UK | US Women | US Men |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21.5 | 35 / 35.5 | 2.5 – 3 | 4.5 – 5 | 3 – 3.5 |
| 22.0 | 36 | 3 – 3.5 | 5 – 5.5 | 3.5 – 4 |
| 22.5 | 36.5 / 37 | 3.5 – 4 | 5.5 – 6 | 4 – 4.5 |
| 23.0 | 37 / 37.5 | 4 – 4.5 | 6 – 6.5 | 4.5 – 5 |
| 23.5 | 38 | 4.5 – 5 | 6.5 – 7 | 5 – 5.5 |
| 24.0 | 38.5 | 5 – 5.5 | 7 – 7.5 | 5.5 – 6 |
| 24.5 | 39 / 39.5 | 5.5 – 6 | 7.5 – 8 | 6 – 6.5 |
| 25.0 | 40 | 6 – 6.5 | 8 – 8.5 | 6.5 – 7 |
| 25.5 | 40.5 | 6.5 – 7 | 8.5 – 9 | 7 – 7.5 |
| 26.0 | 41 / 41.5 | 7 – 7.5 | 9 – 9.5 | 7.5 – 8 |
| 26.5 | 42 | 7.5 – 8 | 9.5 – 10 | 8 – 8.5 |
| 27.0 | 42 / 42.5 | 8 – 8.5 | 10 – 10.5 | 8.5 – 9 |
| 27.5 | 43 | 8.5 – 9 | 10.5 – 11 | 9 – 9.5 |
| 28.0 | 44 | 9 – 9.5 | 11 – 11.5 | 9.5 – 10 |
| 28.5 | 44.5 | 9.5 – 10 | 11.5 – 12 | 10 – 10.5 |
| 29.0 | 45 | 10 – 10.5 | 12 – 12.5 | 10.5 – 11 |
| 29.5 | 46 | 10.5 – 11 | 12.5 – 13 | 11 – 11.5 |
International Kids' Shoe Size Conversion
Children's shoe sizing changes from child to youth sizing as feet grow. Measure the child's foot rather than converting from an existing school or trainer size wherever possible.
| Foot Length cm |
EU | UK Kids | US Kids / Youth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.0 | 24 | 7 | 7.5 |
| 14.5 | 25 | 7.5 | 8 |
| 15.0 | 25.5 – 26 | 8 – 8.5 | 8.5 – 9 |
| 15.5 | 26.5 | 9 | 9.5 |
| 16.0 | 27 – 27.5 | 9.5 | 10 |
| 16.5 | 28 | 10 | 10.5 |
| 17.0 | 28.5 | 10.5 | 11 |
| 17.5 | 29 – 30 | 11 – 11.5 | 11.5 – 12 |
| 18.0 | 30.5 | 12 | 12.5 |
| 18.5 | 31 | 12.5 | 13 |
| 19.0 | 32 – 32.5 | 13 – 13.5 | 13.5 / 1Y |
| 19.5 | 33 | 1 | 1.5Y |
| 20.0 | 33.5 | 1.5 | 2Y |
| 20.5 | 34 / 34.5 | 2 | 2.5Y |
| 21.0 | 35 | 2.5 | 3Y |
| 21.5 | 35.5 | 3 | 3.5Y |
| 22.0 | 36 | 3.5 | 4Y |
| 22.5 | 37 | 4 | 4.5Y |
| 23.0 | 37.5 | 4.5 | 5Y |
| 23.5 | 38 | 5 | 5.5Y |
| 24.0 | 38.5 | 5.5 | 6Y |
| 24.5 | 39 | 6 | 6.5Y |
| 25.0 | 40 | 6.5 | 7Y |
Never choose a dance shoe from conversion alone. Ballet, jazz, ballroom and character shoes can fit very differently depending on the last, upper material, width and intended level of compression. Use this table to understand international equivalents, then follow the fit advice for the individual shoe.
How to Measure Your Feet for Dance Shoes
Measure both feet while standing, preferably later in the day. Use the longer foot when comparing your measurement with a shoe size chart.
Foot Length
Key MeasurementStand with your heel lightly against a wall and place your foot flat on a sheet of paper. Mark the end of your longest toe and measure the distance from the wall to the mark.
Measure in centimetres for the most accurate comparison with international shoe charts.
Measure Both Feet
Repeat the measurement on the other foot. It is very common for one foot to be slightly longer than the other, so always use the larger measurement when choosing your starting size.
Foot Width
Measure across or around the widest part of the forefoot. Width can be just as important as length in dance shoes, particularly in fitted ballet, jazz and ballroom styles.
Measure While Standing
Take measurements with your full weight on your feet. Standing allows the foot to spread naturally and gives a more realistic measurement than measuring while sitting.
Check the Dance Fit
A correctly fitted dance shoe should feel secure without restricting the toes or causing pressure. Different dance disciplines require different amounts of growing room, compression and heel security, so always follow the model-specific Dance World Fit Advice.
This chart is designed as an international reference rather than a replacement for individual brand sizing. Bloch, Capezio, So Danca, IDS, PortDance, Diamant and other dance footwear brands may use their own conversion systems or fit differently from standard street shoes. Always use the individual product's Dance World Fit Advice where available.
CLARA Black Crystal Latin Dance Shoes • 70mm Flare Heel
CLARA Black Crystal Latin Dance Shoes • 70mm Flare Heel - Black / 4 UK / 37 EU is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Best For: Latin • Salsa • Bachata • Social Dancing • Performance • Showcase • Dancers Who Want Maximum Sparkle
Description
Description
The PortDance CLARA is what happens when a serious Latin shoe decides there is absolutely no reason to be quiet. Wrapped in soft black nubuck and covered in shimmering crystals, it delivers full stage presence without losing the secure fit, suede floor control and cushioned construction dancers expect from PortDance.
The 70mm flare heel gives CLARA elegant lift while keeping a broader base beneath the heel than a finer stiletto shape, making this a particularly striking choice for Latin, Salsa, Bachata, social dancing and performance.
PortDance CLARA Personality
Glamorous • Confident • Dramatic • Impossible to Ignore
There is sparkle, and then there is CLARA. Iridescent crystals sweep across the black nubuck upper, heel cup and even down the heel itself, catching different colours as the foot moves beneath the light. Against the deep black base the effect is especially dramatic – less “pretty detail”, more full-performance finish.
Even the buckle joins in, so there really isn't an undecorated angle on this shoe.
PortDance CLARA Crystal Latin Dance Shoes – Design & Performance
Underneath all those crystals is a properly considered Latin construction. Multiple front straps frame the forefoot while leaving enough openness for articulation, and the adjustable crossover ankle straps help draw the foot securely back into the closed heel cup.
The heel cup itself gives CLARA more containment than a very minimal Latin sandal, which is useful when dancing through fast changes of direction, turns and travelling combinations.
Underfoot, the suede dance sole delivers the controlled balance of glide and traction expected on indoor dance floors, while the shoe's flexible construction allows the foot to move naturally through Latin technique.
Inside, a soft padded insole adds cushioning for longer sessions. That comfort matters here because CLARA may look like a pure performance shoe, but PortDance has clearly designed it to be danced in rather than simply admired.
The 70mm flare heel provides a strong visual line while giving a broader base than a needle-thin heel. It still creates a distinctly elevated Latin pitch, so CLARA is best suited to dancers already comfortable working in a higher dance heel.
PortDance CLARA Technical Profile
PortDance CLARA Shoe DNA™
Our Dance World Ballroom & Latin Shoe DNA™ highlights the five characteristics that define how CLARA feels in movement.
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A higher score does not necessarily mean a better shoe – the Dance World Shoe DNA™ shows the balance of characteristics that creates each style's individual feel.
Dance World Notes
Luxury Line really means Luxury Line here.
PortDance lists CLARA with Preciosa crystal stones, and visually it makes a real difference. The crystals catch several colours rather than reading as flat silver, especially against the black nubuck.
Not our quiet PortDance option.
If PD804 or PD810 are the sophisticated black heels, CLARA is the one you choose when the shoe is allowed to become part of the performance.
Dance World Fit Advice
Overall Fit
CLARA should feel close and securely held around the foot, with the heel sitting firmly inside the closed heel cup and the crossover straps keeping the midfoot connected to the shoe.
Open-Toe Fit
The toes should sit naturally towards the front edge without curling under or leaving excessive empty space ahead of them.
70mm Heel
This is a distinctly elevated Latin heel. We recommend CLARA for dancers who are already comfortable working in a higher heel rather than as a first dance shoe.
Dance World Starting Point
PortDance women's dance heels generally fit true to size. If you fall between sizes and prefer a snug performance fit, the smaller option can often be the better starting point.
Dance World sizing recommendations are intended as a starting point. Fit can vary with foot width, shape, instep and individual preference, particularly in open-toe Latin footwear.
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About PortDance Brand
About PortDance Brand
About PortDance - Handmade Ballroom & Latin Dance Shoes
PortDance is a premium Portuguese dance footwear brand renowned for its beautifully handcrafted ballroom and Latin dance shoes. Combining traditional European craftsmanship with contemporary design, PortDance creates elegant footwear that offers exceptional comfort, flexibility and performance for dancers of every level.
Each pair is carefully made using high-quality materials and thoughtfully engineered to provide excellent support, stability and freedom of movement on the dance floor. From social dancing and practice sessions to competitions and performances, PortDance shoes are designed to help dancers move with confidence while expressing their own unique style. With a reputation for innovative designs, luxurious finishes and outstanding craftsmanship, PortDance has become a favourite among ballroom and Latin dancers across Europe and around the world.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
All orders are sent via GLS. A signature will be required upon receipt of your order. If there is no-one available to accept the package a calling card will be left behind for you so you can re-arrange delivery.
Free EU Standard Delivery on orders over 99€
Please visit our delivery page for further delivery information and our returns page for returns information.
Customer service can be contacted via email : orders@danceworld.ie
By phone - Ireland: 01 497 6129, UK and Rest of World: 00 353 1 497 6129
