Heather Blue/Pink Panther • Split-Sole Practice Shoes, Ultra Flexible
Heather Blue/Pink Panther • Split-Sole Practice Shoes, Ultra Flexible - Blue Pink / 4.5 UK is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Size & Fit Advice
Size & Fit Advice
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.
Heather Blue/Pink Panther • Split-Sole Practice Shoes, Ultra Flexible
Heather Blue/Pink Panther • Split-Sole Practice Shoes, Ultra Flexible - Blue Pink / 4.5 UK is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Best For: Ballroom Practice • Latin Practice • Teaching • Coaching • Social Dancing • Long Training Sessions
Description
Description
The IDS Heather BluePink Panther Practice Shoe takes one of Ballroom's great workhorse practice shoes and gives it a much more playful personality. The famous low Heather heel, ultra-flexible split sole and cushioned interior are all here - wrapped in a shimmering fabric that changes between blue and pink as you move.
IDS Heather Blue/Pink Panther Personality
Playful • Flexible • Grounded • Definitely Not Shy
Heather is normally the sensible shoe in the dance bag. This one clearly didn't get the memo. The BluePink Panther fabric shifts between rich blue, violet and bright pink depending on the light and angle of the foot, with a subtle animal pattern appearing underneath. It gives a traditional professional practice silhouette a completely different character - still hardworking, just considerably more fun.
International Dance Shoes Heather Blue/Pink Panther Practice Shoes – Design & Performance
The 1.5" Cuban-style Heather heel keeps the dancer relatively close to the floor, creating a stable, grounded base for technique work and longer sessions. That makes Heather approachable for dancers moving into Ballroom practice shoes, but the low heel shouldn't be mistaken for a beginner-only feature, this is also exactly the kind of practical heel experienced dancers and teachers choose when they expect to spend hours on their feet.
Underneath, the suede split sole allows considerably more articulation than a traditional full-sole practice shoe. The foot can flex naturally through Ballroom and Latin movement, while suede provides the familiar combination of glide and controlled grip dancers expect on a proper studio floor.
The lace-up front is another reason Heather works so well as a working practice shoe. It allows the fit to be adjusted through the instep and keeps the foot securely contained as the shoe moves and flexes.
Inside, gel cushioning and additional support through the foot make Heather particularly suited to longer training and teaching sessions. The result isn't simply a lower version of a Ballroom shoe, it's a shoe specifically designed around the demands of practice.
IDS Heather Blue/Pink Panther Technical Profile
The Dance World Technical Profile provides a quick overview of each practice shoe's construction, fit and intended use, making it easier to compare different styles at a glance.
IDS Heather Practice Shoe DNA
Our Dance World Practice Shoe DNA highlights the five characteristics that define how Heather feels on the floor.
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The Dance World Practice Shoe DNA compares the defining characteristics of practice and social dance shoes. A higher score does not necessarily mean a better shoe - it shows the balance of comfort, stability, flexibility, floor control and support.
Dance World Notes
Low heel doesn't mean beginner shoe.
Heather is equally at home on an experienced dancer or teacher who simply wants a lower, steadier heel for hours of practice.
Split sole = the flexible Heather.
If articulation matters, this is the Heather we'd choose over the more supportive full-sole version.
And yes, the colour really moves.
Blue from one angle, pink from another - much more fun in motion than it looks sitting in the shoe bag.
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About International Dance Shoes Brand
About International Dance Shoes Brand
About International Dance Shoes – Handmade Ballroom & Latin Dance Shoes
International Dance Shoes (IDS) is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ballroom and Latin dance shoes, trusted by social dancers, teachers and World Championship competitors alike. Handmade in England using premium materials and traditional craftsmanship, every pair is designed to deliver exceptional comfort, stability and performance on the dance floor.
Renowned for their elegant styling, precise fit and innovative cushioning, International Dance Shoes offer outstanding support for ballroom, Latin, salsa and social dancing. From practice shoes to competition footwear, each design combines lightweight flexibility with lasting durability, helping dancers perform confidently through every lesson, rehearsal and performance. With decades of expertise, IDS continues to set the standard for premium British-made dance shoes.
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
