As a theatre major, I decided it was time I invest in some jazz shoes. I love Capezio dance shoes, and they are the only brand I will wear. They are good quality for the price you pay and both of my previous shoes (I also own some character and ballroom shoes) have held up well in the almost two years I've owned them. As with all Capezio shoes I've bought I sized up half a size and they fit great! I can't wait to dance in these puppies.