{"product_id":"isla-black-glitter-latin-dance-shoes-32-slim-heel-t-bar-design","title":"ISLA Black Glitter Latin Dance Shoes • 3.2\" Slim Heel \u0026 T-Bar Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFreed of London ISLA Latin Dance Shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e are made for dancers who don't want their performance shoes disappearing quietly into the background. Rich black glitter covers the vamp, heel and back of the shoe, while slender satin strips sweep across the forefoot to create a beautifully defined open-toe silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut ISLA isn't simply about sparkle. A secure \u003cstrong\u003eT-bar construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, cushioned interior and traditional suede dance sole give this glamorous sandal the technical foundation needed for Latin movement, making it a striking choice for performances, competitions and confident social dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreed ISLA Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic • Glamorous • Confident • Unapologetically Latin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome dance shoes add a little sparkle. \u003cstrong\u003eISLA commits to it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black-on-black combination keeps the shoe sophisticated, but the heavy glitter catches changing light across the entire silhouette – including the heel and back of the shoe. Satin strips cut through the sparkle at the forefoot, giving the design definition and preventing all that glitter from becoming visually overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's theatrical without becoming costume-like, and particularly beautiful under stage or evening lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreed ISLA Latin Dance Shoes – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eISLA combines a \u003cstrong\u003eheavy glitter open-toe vamp\u003c\/strong\u003e with slender satin strips that cross and frame the forefoot. The construction leaves the toes free for articulation while giving the front of the shoe considerably more visual presence than a minimal Latin sandal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning vertically through the centre is a classic \u003cstrong\u003eT-bar\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combined with the adjustable ankle strap, it creates a secure connection through the centre of the foot and helps keep the shoe comfortably positioned during turns, travelling steps and faster Latin choreography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heel is one of ISLA's defining features. At \u003cstrong\u003e3.2\" with a slim profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, it creates a pronounced Latin pitch and an elegant extension through the leg. 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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\u003eBlack Satin \u0026amp; Heavy Glitter\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;\"\u003eVamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlitter with Satin Strip Detailing\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\u003eSuede 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;\"\u003eHeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.2\" Slim Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; 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It continues across the back and all the way down the slim heel, so the shoe still catches the light when viewed from behind, a particularly lovely detail for performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not our quiet Latin shoe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you want understated, we have plenty of other options. ISLA is the one we'd reach for when the shoe is meant to become part of the performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDance World Fit Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISLA should fit closely and securely around the foot, as expected from a performance-focused open-toe Latin sandal. Begin with your \u003cstrong\u003eusual UK dance shoe size\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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