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Three Things to Expect From Your First Pair of Pointe Shoes

June 6, 2017

Just promoted onto pointe? Learn how to make the healthiest choices when it comes to your very first pair of shoes.

Enjoy this second video from master shoe fitter Josephine Lee:

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