Broken Pointe Shoe Question?

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Broken Pointe Shoe Question?

I'm not quite sure if the pointe shoes I have a broken in or not. The shank looks like it's snapped in half and the box is somewhat squishy. Also, the fabric that was over the box has completly come off. What do you think? Are my shoes broken in?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: If the shank is completely broken through and the box is squishy, generally your shoes need to be replaced. The shank is there to help support your foot and if it is broken (in other words shaky, wobbly.crunchy, moves around) it can't do that. The box protects your toes and if the end is squishy and you can feel the floor with your toes you might could strengthen it with jet glue or cryanoacetate (crazy glue) or future floor polish but if the shank is gone, you need to replace them for safety reasons. On your new pair once you have worn them a couple of times, shellac the bend on your shank to get a little more strenghth and use out of them. Or use jet glue on it. To make your pointe shoes last longer use more than one pair, letting the used pair dry out completely before using them again. stuff the box with paper when they have dried to help keep the shape and inspect and repair your shoes every time you are going to use them.