Regina Pointe Shoes From Perugia, Italy

Being fascinated with brands from around the world can take you on some very educational journeys. Not only is it a celebration of design, but an inner look at the marketing strategies of start ups, concepts, and solutions for dancers.

It is incredibly fascinating to see what is being offered to dancers and how newer companies advertise and promote their shoes. I find it a bit amusing that the shoes I find most captivating are the ones that do not grace the shelves of every shop in town.

For brand hunters, what else can we say but Vive la différence. Just like many others featured here on this site, the Regina  model was an accidental find. It is an Italian brand from Perugia, Italy.

According to the product description, the Regina is a 100% hand-created shoe. It is available in two widths; narrow and large.

The shank strengths are listed with the addition of colors along with the product number. Dancers can choose between:
White-Flexible For Beginners •Yellow-Medium Strength • Red-Strong • Black-Extra Strong Carbon Foil

Unlike some brands, this one has plenty of links and web addresses. The first is the official website order page with specifications. Brush up on your Italian and visit Regina Danza Italy.

Perugia, Italy Has Become Quite A Beacon For Tourists

Because Italy is often described as being shaped like a boot, Perugia sits on the upper half of the boot in the center of the country. View its location on this Wiki map. Before the United States even existed, this region was already settled and immersed in culture.

There are plenty of wonderful things to see and learn about if you are fortunate enough to visit this part of Italy. Searching for the location where dancers can find the Regina pointe shoe takes us to a shop named Etoile Danza. It is tucked away amongst the other shops on the Ponte San Giovanni in the Umbria region of the country.

This truly is a fascinating find. Although Regina pointe shoes have been on the market since 2019, this discovery is a real thrill. In fact, the whole area where these pretty shoes come from is incredibly rich with history and beauty.

Regina also has several  Mezza Punta or soft slippers for practice. Learning a little something about pointe shoe brands and their slipper partners is an experience I will always treasure. Finding another Italian brand is equally exciting. What do you think about these pointe shoes? I would love to know your thoughts and opinions.

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