Wherever you see TANGUERA brand, make sure that you are embraced with a philosophy and design concept that create unique and custom made models and a warm and endless after sales acquaintance supported by confidence of her customers, with an empathy and consideration who is proud of her work.

As TANGUERA family grows, the quality concept and design philosophy will improve. You will never see a duplicate of the model that is designed for you, with your contribution if you wish, in design and selection of colors, quality of leather and accessories used. What is important is your dancing comfort and balance.

CLUES WHEN SELECTING A DANCE SHOE
If you are a beginner I would recommend a closed toe or peep-toe model with a 5cm or 6.5 cm high heel. As you gain experience in dance and learn to maintain your balance you may choose to wear 7.5 cm or 10 cm high heels. You shoe should not be too tight or loose and arch of your feet should fit in the sole of the shoe. Especially in Tango high heels may be recommended to encourage the close dance style that is called “Milonguera Style”. In salsa heel height should not exceed 6.5cm in the beginning and after. Naturally heel height is a personal preference. Both in Tango and in Salsa you may enjoy dancing with low or high heels with equal pleasure. You may benefit having a couple of pairs of dance shoes in your wardrobe. For your comfort change your shoes in a dance night at least once.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN EVERYDAY SHOE AND A DANCE SHOE
The main difference is the sole of the shoe. The material used for the soles of an everyday shoe is either stout leather or synthetic material or rubber. Neither of these is suitable for you on the dance floor. Either your rubber sole will stick on the floor or your leather sole will make you slip and cause you to lose your balance. This is why soles of dance shoes are made out of special material, generally of suede leather to slightly glide and help you move smoothly on the parquet floor but not too much.
Another important point to consider is the flexibility of your dance shoes. A properly selected dance shoe should envelope your feet like a glove; not too tight, not too loose but snugly fit. That is why sometimes flexible bands or double straps are used in certain models for you to feel more comfortable. Actually a proper dance shoe should have a closed heel for you to be able to have a better balance control and improved dance performance.

WHOEVER NEEDS A PAIR OF DANCE SHOES?
By definition, every dancer, beginner or professional, needs to have a couple of pairs of proper dance shoes to maintain balance and to have a better performance on thedance floor. There are a couple of alternatives for you.

WHICH MODEL DANCE SHOE IS MORE SUITABLE FOR ME?
Have you ever been to a shop that sells dance shoes and scatter tens of shoes on the floor? Which one is fit, which one is the ideal heel height for me? Closed toe? Or open toe? Or maybe a peep toe? If your answer is ‘YES’ then read this page all through…

WHAT ARE FINE POINTS WHEN SHOPPING FOR DANCE SHOES?
If you are going shopping for dance shoes for the first time, your first concern should be is the form of the shoe. If you are a beginner, the model I can recommend is one with a closed toe or peep toe and with 5 - 6.5 cm medium heel for Tango or Latin dances. This will make it easier for you to keep your balance. As you get along with dancing and learn to maintain your balance, you may prefer higher heels (9 or 10 cm). Another important point is the material used in shoemaking: Natural leather, suede leather, nubuck, nappa or satin or synthetic materials. You should be conscious of any change in the form of your shoes due to deformation of material used. For this reason you should choose a shoe model that exactly fits you.

MAINTENANCE OF DANCE SHOES
Make sure that you only wear your dance shoes on an indoor dance floor since the soles are clad with suede leather. Special stout leather or synthetic sole shoes can be worn both indoors and outdoors. However you should be cautious not to step on wet floor. Dust may be removed by a suede brush and stained suede leather shoes may be cleaned by special suede cleaner. Avoid painting your natural leather shoes. These products may cause the leather to dry and crack and make the surface dull. I recommend you use almond oil or an ordinary hand cream. The cream will soften, prevent cracks and nourish the leather and extend the lifetime.

 

SOME PROPERTIES OF WERNER KERN DANCE SHOES
Italian leather and workmanship create the distinction of all our shoes. 1st quality nappa, suede satin or imprinted leather is used in ladies’ models. Heels have a steel support that prevents buckling. Lamb, kid or deer leather is used in most gentlemen’s models. Under inner soles a special heel pad and sole pad is used in all models that protect your soles. Inner lings are always made out of soft natural leather. Outer soles are made out of natural suede leather.

FOR LADIES:
STANDARD: Closed toe suitable for Tango, Valse, Quickstep and Foxtrot (See Model Betty, Andrea)
LATIN: Open toe suitable for Jive, Salsa, Cha Cha and Rumba (See Model Mary)
TRAINING: Low heel closed models suitable for long exercise hours. (See Model Laura)

FOR GENTLEMEN:
STANDARD: Suitable for all ballroom dances heel height: 2.5 cm dir.
LATIN: These shoes have 4 cm high heels and an extra flexible sole. Higher heel helps the dancer to perform better.