{"product_id":"bl304-cha-cha-satin-latin-dance-sandals-black-3-heel-duo-sole","title":"BL304 CHA CHA Satin Latin Dance Sandals • Black, 3\" Heel \u0026 Duo Sole","description":"\u003cp\u003eSleek, dramatic and made for movement, the \u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL304 CHA CHA Latin Dance Sandals\u003c\/strong\u003e bring a distinctly polished finish to Latin dancing. Created as part of the \u003cstrong\u003eLacey Schwimmer Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Black Satin version feels sophisticated enough for performance while retaining the responsive character serious dancers want beneath the foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL304 CHA CHA Personality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter-Dark • Sleek • Dramatic • Performance Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Satin\u003c\/strong\u003e completely changes the mood of CHA CHA. Rather than blending into the leg, it creates a deliberate graphic outline around the foot, with the fine satin straps catching just enough light as the dancer moves. The rhinestone buckle adds a tiny flash of sparkle, while the silver LS charm gives the shoe its signature finishing detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL304 CHA CHA Satin Latin Dance Sandals – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBL304 uses a fine \u003cstrong\u003emulti-strap open-toe construction\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives the forefoot room to articulate while keeping the shoe visually light. The narrow straps curve and cross around the toes rather than enclosing them beneath a solid vamp, helping create the expressive foot line associated with Latin dance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher around the foot, the adjustable crossover strap system helps anchor the sandal through faster changes of direction. A \u003cstrong\u003e3\" braced heel\u003c\/strong\u003e places the dancer into a distinctly Latin position while providing a broader, more supportive heel structure than an extremely fine stiletto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath is So Danca's \u003cstrong\u003eDuo Sole\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead of a conventional uninterrupted suede outsole, it combines suede with a rubber insert, creating a useful balance between controlled slide and additional traction. That makes BL304 particularly interesting for dancers who want the freedom to turn and pivot without feeling completely disconnected from the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack satin gives the technical construction a more refined finish. It won't mould and develop in quite the same way as the genuine-leather BL305, but its smooth surface makes CHA CHA feel distinctly dressier, an especially attractive option for performance, competition and evening social dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL304 CHA CHA Technical Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCollection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLacey Schwimmer Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-Toe Latin Sandal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eUpper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Satin\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuo Sole – Suede \u0026amp; Rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\" \/ Approx. 7.6 cm Braced Heel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eForefoot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulti-Strap Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable Strap • Rhinestone Buckle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSignature Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLacey Schwimmer “LS” Charm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #7a8a94; margin-top: 14px; line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Dance World Technical Profile provides a quick overview of each Ballroom and Latin shoe's construction, fit and intended use, making it easier to compare different styles at a glance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo Danca BL304 CHA CHA Shoe DNA™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eDance World Ballroom \u0026amp; Latin Shoe DNA™\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights the five characteristics that define how CHA CHA feels underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit,minmax(135px,1fr)); gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border: 1px solid #E8E8E8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"letter-spacing: 3px; margin: 14px 0 8px;\"\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #6f7c85; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eOpen styling and fine straps keep the sandal relatively light around the foot\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border: 1px solid #E8E8E8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"letter-spacing: 3px; margin: 14px 0 8px;\"\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #6f7c85; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eA braced heel and secure crossover strapping provide control at the higher 3\" position\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border: 1px solid #E8E8E8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"letter-spacing: 3px; margin: 14px 0 8px;\"\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #6f7c85; line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eOpen forefoot construction encourages expressive articulation through Latin movement\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; 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The rubber insert interrupts the suede outsole deliberately, giving dancers extra traction while preserving the glide needed for turns and pivots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDance World Fit Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #FBFBFB; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin-top: 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBL304 is designed for a close Latin fit. We recommends women begin \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efrom their regular street-shoe size, but for a close performance fit you may like to size down - approximately half a size.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForefoot Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe toes should sit comfortably towards the front edge without excessive space ahead of them. A close forefoot position gives better connection through the floor and prevents the foot moving independently inside the sandal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeel \u0026amp; Strap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe heel should sit securely into the back of the shoe. Adjust the crossover fastening firmly enough to keep CHA CHA connected through turns without creating uncomfortable pressure across the instep or ankle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBL304 Fit Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike BL305 leather, satin has less ability to mould significantly around the individual foot with wear. 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