I purchased these for a musical theater production for my daughter and they're suitable for that purpose as there are only a few dance numbers. As other reviewers described, the shoes run large. She wears a size 7.5 in another brand's dance shoes, so I ordered a 6 in these and they're roomy but will work for the performance. A size 5.5 probably would've been a better fit. They're comfortable but not well made. The soles are paper thin and the upper material is thin and flimsy. The shoes were heavily creased as they're shipped in just a plastic ziploc type bag. If you're looking for a high quality dedicated dance shoe that's made to last, I suggest looking elsewhere. But if you need something temporarily that'll only be used a few times, these will do. I do not recommend wearing these anywhere except a dance studio or stage.

My son dances a lot for musical theatre. I just looked up this order and am amazed at how long they lasted, well over a year, but the sole is getting worn down now. They still look pretty good and support him but he is 15 and still growing so I think I probably ordered them on the large side but they are super comfy for him while dancing and if he forgets to take them to class he gets sore if he uses regular shoes.
But I need to get the tan color instead of black so I re-measured his feet and will be ordering up by one size and definitely sticking with this brand.
For the price I think these performed really well--all the seams are still perfect, nothing ripped or torn, just use shows wear on the soles and on the leather part of the toe, partly from his feet growing. For an adult or kid who dances more than him they will probably last for 6- 12 months. When new, they look just like the picture shows and don't need to be broken in.

The shoes seem fine, but going by sizing guide they are too large. Especially considering you need to have them start out fitting very tight because they will stretch. I don't know any dancers who like their shoes to fit loose & sloppy. You want them to fit like a second skin to your feet. While your toes need to be able to spread, you don't want your feet sliding or slipping inside of the shoe.
Will need to return and order a smaller size. I ordered 7 1/2 and I wear a size 8 to 8 1/2 size street shoe, but it is hard to compare that to dance shoes. Dance shoes need to fit different than street shoes. Also, the lining inside one of the shoes was all bent up & would have been uncomfortable to wear. I hope the next pair will not have the lining rolling up.

Pros: Made nicely, seem like comfortable, if it is your fit.
Cons: Run large. My foot is 7 medium width, After reading the reviews I went from 7 (thats my Nikes, Sketchers-relaxed fit sneakers size), to 6.5 and they are still too big. Should have ordered at least 6. And still the fit is interesting. It is good that they have free return option with amazon prime, cause it is not so easy to find your fit. I am returning them and dont think I will order another size, cause they dont feel right for Zumba (slippery, no ankle support). But they might be good for other dancing lessons, like ballet for non-profs. If your foot is narrow, not high arch I would even recommend going from 7 to 6, cause in time they have a tendency to strech. (I can easily insert a finger, photo included).

It's a fine budget shoe. I'm using them for a musical theatre production with a couple dance numbers and they feel and look great. Don't expect them to last you through a lot of use, though. Upon close inspection, you can see them wearing out after only a dozen rehearsals.

For sizing reference...I wear a Converse size 10 or 11. I chose size 12 for these, and they're just a touch spacious. I think real dancers prefer a tighter fit so maybe go for an 11, but I would have been very unhappy in a 10.