Capezio dancewear has been a studio staple for over 140 years. Trusted by teachers, professional dancers and dance parents across Australia, Capezio delivers consistent fit, durable construction and performance-ready design. If you want to buy Capezio dancewear in Australia without the guesswork, you are in the right place.
Browse the full Capezio studio range at Total Dance, with free shipping Australia-wide on qualifying orders.
What the Capezio Studio Collection Covers
The studio collection spans every major dance discipline. Whether your dancer trains in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical or contemporary, there is a Capezio product built for that floor and that movement.
- Ballet shoes in canvas and leather, split-sole and full-sole
- Pointe shoes across multiple vamps, shanks and box shapes
- Jazz shoes in lace-up and slip-on styles
- Tap shoes for beginners through to advanced performers
- Lyrical and contemporary footwear including foot thongs and half soles
- Leotards, dance pants and warm-up layers
- Tights in footed, footless and convertible cuts
If you are unsure whether canvas or leather suits your student best, the practical breakdown in our Capezio canvas vs leather ballet shoe guide is worth reading before you order.
Sizing Capezio Correctly for Australian Dancers
Capezio sizing follows its own scale and does not convert directly to standard Australian shoe sizes. This catches a lot of first-time buyers out.
Ballet Shoes
Capezio ballet shoes are sized in US measurements. As a general rule, size down half a size from your child's street shoe. For growing feet, a snug fit with no more than a thumb-width of growing room is the working standard in most Australian studios. Always check the specific size chart on each product page, as canvas and leather styles can fit differently.
Pointe Shoes
Pointe shoe fitting should always be done in person with a trained fitter. Capezio offers multiple widths and shank strengths. Width, vamp height and box shape all affect how the shoe performs on your foot. Do not rely on street shoe size alone for pointe work.
Leotards and Apparel
Capezio leotards are sized in standard XS to XL for adults and by age or body measurements for children. Check the listed chest, waist and hip measurements rather than guessing by age. A 10-year-old in dance training often fits differently to the listed age bracket on the label.
Why Capezio Holds Up in the Studio
Dance training is hard on footwear. Classes run five or six days a week for serious students. Capezio builds to that standard.
- Canvas uppers are lightweight, breathable and mould to the foot over time
- Leather uppers offer firmer support and longer wear for heavier use
- Split-sole construction gives clean arch visibility and flexibility for technique work
- Suede outsoles provide the right amount of grip and slip on sprung timber floors
- Reinforced toe boxes and heel counters maintain shape through repeated use
Teachers notice the difference between a well-constructed shoe and a cheap imitation quickly. Proper footwear supports correct technique. Poor footwear works against it.
Ordering Capezio Online with Confidence
Total Dance stocks authentic Capezio products sourced directly through official distribution channels. Every item listed in our professional Capezio dancewear collection is the genuine article, not a grey-market substitute.
Free standard shipping applies to qualifying orders across Australia, including metro and most regional areas. Express options are available at checkout for urgent needs before competitions or exams.
If a product does not work out, the returns process is straightforward. Check the returns policy page for full details before ordering, particularly for footwear, as worn shoes cannot be returned for change of mind.
A Note for Dance Teachers and Studio Coordinators
Bulk ordering for studio uniform requirements is available. If you are outfitting a class or setting a studio dress code around Capezio products, contact the Total Dance team directly to discuss stock levels and lead times. Keeping a consistent supply across a full cohort of students takes planning, especially around exam and eisteddfod season.
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