Get to the Pointe — Pointe Shoe Fitter Reacts

In the latest episode of Pointe Shoe Fitter Reacts to Ballet TikTok (#70, if you're counting), we get a front-row seat to the wild, weird, and wonderfully inventive side of the ballet internet — and yes, innovation is en pointe. Our ever-passionate pointe shoe whisperer Josephine is back!  Tradition? Still there. Innovation? Absolutely. Cringe? Occasionally. Worth watching? 100%. 🎥 Watch the full video — and prepare to question everything you thought you knew about ballet!

If you've ever seen a ballerina take a brand-new pair of pointe shoes—fresh out of the box, pristine, worth over $100—and immediately start whacking, slamming, cutting, and burning them (yes, really), you might be wondering: Why are they destroying expensive shoes before even wearing them? Welcome to the wonderfully weird world of pointe shoe prep! Pointe Shoes: Not Your Average Footwear Pointe shoes may look delicate and dainty, but they’re basically handcrafted torture devices that need to be tamed. Straight out of the box, they’re stiff, unforgiving, and about as comfortable as walking on wood blocks (because... that’s kind of...

Let’s get one thing straight: ballet is beautiful, elegant, disciplined… and lately? A little ridiculous—in the absolute best way. In episode 69 of Pointe Shoe Fitter Reacts to Ballet TikTok, Josephine from The Pointe Shop dives headfirst into the sparkly, chaotic, sometimes gravity-defying universe that is Ballet TikTok. And let me tell you—this one had us laughing, gasping, and wondering if some of these dancers moonlight as gymnasts or magicians. This one's a whirlwind of creativity, chaos, and sheer talent. Whether you’re a classically trained ballerina or someone who thinks “fouetté” is a type of coffee, this video is guaranteed to...

Once again, Josephine dives into the wild side of Ballet TikTok.  Yes, the corner of the internet where perfect pirouettes and pointe shoe crimes coexist in perfect chaos.  And let me tell you… we gasped. Multiple times. If you’re not already obsessed with Ballet TikTok, you’re missing out on a world of stunning technique, jaw-dropping fails, and pointe shoe experiments that probably shouldn’t be attempted outside a dance studio. And with Josephine's hilarious and insightful reactions, you get the perfect mix of professional expertise and genuine shock. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer, a dance mom, or just someone who loves...

When you think of your first time on pointe, what comes to mind? Wobbly ankles? Clinging to the barre like it’s your last lifeline? Maybe a small existential crisis about your toes’ life choices? Well, apparently, some dancers skipped the "Bambi on ice" phase and went straight to Swan Lake level perfection. Or so it seems... The ballet internet is full of people just wanting to try pointe because...well you know all the reasons why we love ballet - like the many fun clips we see on this Tik Tok reaction video. But if anyone can order a pair of...