On: Getting your hands dirty is good for you

[LargoLasskhyfv]

One could simply use ballet shoes, instead of that overpriced stuff. They come in different styles, colors, materials, are foldable(ususally), and can be considered disposable.

[outime → LargoLasskhyfv]

It still squeezes your toes into a narrow toe box, which is pretty much the opposite of barefoot shoes.

[LargoLasskhyfv → outime]

Not necessarily. They are rather thin and flexible. People walking tight ropes use them, too. Have you ever tried them?

[pstuart → outime]

Well how else are you expected to do en pointe whilst grounding oneself?