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gorgeous bleyer shoes
gorgeous rock 'n' swing gear
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Alexi shoes
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Rockabillity shoes
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Professional Quality
Clown Shoes
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Our gorgeous shoes range, much
of our clothing range, our
various other bits 'n' pieces,
& details of our exclusive
"personalized" Gift Vouchers
are available online in special
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Put simply, we will always respect your privacy
Absolutely nobody will get your email, name, address,
telephone number or any other info you provide us
This policy is "set in concrete" - as it should be
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gorgeous - official Distributors for Bleyer
Shoes throughout the United States
March 2009, was a gorgeous "milestone" - our 5th anniversary as
the largest distributor world-wide, for the fabulous Bleyer range
of Swing, Rock 'n' Roll & Rockabilly dance & street shoes.
And from March 2008, gorgeous were appointed as the official
Bleyer distributor for the entire USA - we've already been the
Australian & New Zealand distributors for over 9 years.
Bleyer shoes have been, & still are, the first choice for
Swing & Rock 'n' Roll dancers on every Continent.
This is "no surprise" to dancers who know their shoes,
because they're the very best available anywhere.
It's been a difficult time for US dancers, unsuccessfully
looking for Bleyer shoes over recent months.
But that's no longer the case.
Because 'as a matter of course', gorgeous carries stocks
of approximately 500 pairs of shoes at any single time,
for the most popular Bleyer styles & combinations.
Because we'll bet you became very, very tired of hearing:
"we'll order them in, but it will be about 3 or 4 months"
Especially as it takes only around 4 to 5 days for your
shoes to arrive 'on your doorstep' in almost any
Country in the world from Australia.
As with the rest of the gorgeous range, you'll discover our
prices for Bleyer shoes are exceptionally competitive.
If you'd like a copy of our comprehensive US$ Price List
& shoes info, we'd be delighted to email it to you.
You can contact us at:
The Best dance shoe partnership in the world
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By the way - if you don't live in the United States, but you're
interested in learning about the fabulous range of Bleyer styles.
Then don't let that stop you - because the gorgeous commitment to
personal & professional service is well & truly worldwide.
We can email you a Price List & shoes info in your currency - in fact,
we can send it to you in any currency on "the face of this planet".
But no matter which currency that you use - you'll discover
our gorgeous prices are exceptionally competitive.
Postage from Australia to other Countries is surprisingly inexpensive
& is unexpectably fast - 4 to 5 days to almost anywhere.
The "Bleyer" Range
Bleyer shoes - made entirely by hand, each model is crafted to be as
lightweight as possible, while providing shock absorption and comfort
during the rigorous pounding, hopping, rock-stepping, spinning and
landing that is so much a part of swing & rock 'n' roll dancing...
The majority of the Bleyer shoes range are "uni-sex" shoes, and
they're great dancin' shoes for both the gals 'n' guys...
See Size Chart for fittings at:
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wedgie
Absolutely vintage style - totally adjustable & completely comfortable…
The insole is built-in & is shaped so that it's moulded to your foot - they're
about as comfortable as you can get…
Along with the Swivel style immediately below, we refer to the Wedgies
as "the most comfortable shoes in the universe"...
Heels are approximately 2" high (5 cm) and are a real
pleasure to wear & dance in…
Standard colours are: Black matte or White matte or Beige matte...
Note: non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 37 to 43
swivel
Swivels are so “forties” & look equally fabulous with a skirt, dress or sailor pants…
Swivel styles also look “cool” with laces or coloured ribbons tied around
your ankles & Mary has made many outfits for our customers
with matching "ties" for their Swivels…
Along with the Wedgie style immediately above, we refer to the Swivels
as "the most comfortable shoes in the universe"...
A great way to match & colour-co-ordinate your shoes with your clothes…
Standard colours are: White matte or Black matte or Cabernet matte...
Note: non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 37 to 43
Out of the 150+ styles that gorgeous carry, the "Swivel" is
far & above the most popular we carry - especially in Black.
Only the Bleyer Cushion Insole is more popular.
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STOP PRESS #1
The Swivels with the chrome suede soles & cork-covered heels
have been an exceptionally popular Bleyer style…
So we were naturally disappointed when Bleyer made us aware they
were discontinuing them - & changing to the molded plastic soles…
The molded soles are fabulous, but we're aware that some
dancers still prefer the suede/cork combination…
Because we wanted to be able to supply our customers for as long
as possible - gorgeous bought the entire Bleyer inventory…
We're the only supplier in the whole world that still has any
stock left - unfortunately, we've just run out of White…
We've already SOLD OUT in most sizes - but we still
have just a few left in some Cabernet sizes…
Even Bleyer themselves no longer have any stock…
We've grown to be the biggest supplier of Bleyer swing & rock 'n' roll
shoes in the world - & our customers (from the USA in particular)
have already "snapped up" the chrome suede sole Swivels…
We even had a lady purchase 3 pairs for her daughter's wedding…
But the interesting thing about this purchase, is she was a Bleyer
retailer in the USA - & could no longer get them herself…
So contact us if you'd like to order any of these shoes…
There's not many left, & once they're gone - they're gone FOREVER…
STOP PRESS #2
We're pleased to announce that the Swivel in Cabernet with the
molded sole has now been re-inroduced into the Bleyer range…
So contact us if you'd like to order Swivels in this great colour…
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lindy hopper strap
This strapped spectator will be the shoe that definitely gets you
the most compliments from other women…
(and we don't wear shoes for men, do we girls ?)…
This style comes in matte finish with zig-zag cut edges and of
course the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
lindy hopper lace
This spectator has zig-zag cut edges (where black meets white) and
comes in matte finish with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Crafted on a unisex last, these look equally good on both men and women…
Standard colours: are Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 37 to 50
casual black or casual white
The sole you need for the dance floor with the casual look you need
when you don't feel the need to stand out in two-tones…
The Casual's are made from matte finish leather with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Crafted on a unisex last, these look equally good on both men and women…
Standard colours are: Black matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
casual swinger
The sole you need for the dance floor at less than usual price for a dance shoe…
Made from matte finish leather with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
The Casual Swinger is crafted on a unisex last and looks
equally good on both men and women…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
boogie woogie
This stylized spectator is popular with dancers who like more black on
their tootsies & comes with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Crafted on a unisex last, they look equally good on both men and women…
The patent version is made with synthetic poro-clarino which is
stronger than leather and looks new longer…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte or Black patent & White matte...
Also “Ruby Red” version- Standard colours are: Red patent & White patent...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
anna
This stylized spectator is a variation of the popular Rock & Roll style
& comes with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Crafted on a unisex last, they can also be made in men's sizes…
The patent version is made with synthetic poro-clarino which is
stronger than leather and looks new longer…
Standard colours are: Red matte & Black matte or Red patent & Black patent...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 36 to 43
rock & roll
The most popular of Bleyer's swing dance range, the Rock and Roll is an
affordable 'spectator shoe' with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Crafted on a unisex last, these look equally good on both men and women…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte or Black patent & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 31 to 50
STOP PRESS
The Bleyer "Rock & Roll" style is now available in children's sizes
(from size 31 up) for the VERY FIRST TIME...
CONVERSION CHART - CHILDREN'S SHOES
Bleyers
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31
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32
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33
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34
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35
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36
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37
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Australia Child
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10
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11
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12
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13
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1
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2
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2.5
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Australia Ladies
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1
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2
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3
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4
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4.5
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UK Ladies
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1
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2
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3
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4
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4.5
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USA Ladies
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1
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2
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3
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4
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4.5
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5
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Europe
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29
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30
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31
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32
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33
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34
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35
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Japan
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17
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18
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19
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20
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21
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21.5
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22
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PLEASE NOTE: Chart can only be used as a general guide.
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swing shoe
This cap-toed spectator is particularly popular with the 'zoot suit set'…
Comes with the zippy Bleyer "Swing Sole" & is crafted on a men's last,
these are built quite a bit wider than the rest of our line…
And ladies, they look just as good on your feet as well…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 39 to 49
saddle
Saddle shoes are the opposite of a "spectator" - specifically, a white
shoe with a black "saddle" over it…
Made with the zippy Bleyer "Swing Sole", & as with many traditional saddles,
this style comes with a label on the outside of the shoe…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
jitterbug
Completely cute, the Jitterbug is the shoe for that vintage dress
that just won't tolerate a two-toned shoe…
Fitted with the Bleyer "Special Sole"…
Standard colours are: Black matte or White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Also available with "punched holes pattern" in toe area - again, surcharge applies...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
suzie-q
Suzy-Q - standard colours
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Black matte
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Black matte
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Brown matte
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Suzy-Q - non-standard colours
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Black patent
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Red matte
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Red matte
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Red patent
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Red patent
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Black patent
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Absolutely adorable Mock Twenties Model - cute as can be...
Made in France… oooo-la-la…
Incredibly soft uppers, built-in insole, little chunky heel - and a synthetic
sole that allows you to spin as well as stop when you need to…
In fact, we recommend this sole even for imperfect or sticky floors
as it's very zippy - but not like hard plastic…
Note: other non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
donna
Wow - the Donna a lace-up style taking us right back to the 40's & 50's…
It successfully “straddles” the swing & rock `n' roll eras &
is truly a shoe “to die for”…
It features the same incredibly soft uppers, built-in insole,
little chunky heel, & synthetic sole as the Suzy-Q…
Standard colours are: Black matte leather...
Note: non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
dolly
Another shoe “to die for”, the Dolly also re-captures the swing & rock `n' roll eras…
It also features the same incredibly soft uppers, built-in insole,
little chunky heel, & synthetic sole as the Suzy-Q…
Standard colours are: Black matte leather or Black matte velour
or Black matte soft-lack...
Note: non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
sylvia
The Sylvia is essentially a low-heel version of the Dolly…
It for the gals who want the “style” of a hi-heel, but at the same time
want a chunkier look - but don't want to sacrifice that “style”…
Standard colours are: Black matte leather or Black matte velour...
Note: non-standard colours not available....
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
jazz-comfort
Elegant, cute, versatile, & will go with just about anything you wear…
They won't even suspect what a great dancer you are until you're up
there "trippin' the light fantastic"…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte leather piping...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 36 to 43
hep cat
Brand new Bleyer style, with sleek lines dating back to the swing era &
also a popular style during the hey-days of rock 'n' roll…
As with the New Yorker, this model is fitted with the
fabulous Bleyer "Classic Sole"…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 46
charleston
Jazzy & stylish, the Charleston is a spectator in black & white matte
& is the first Bleyer swing shoe with a heel…
Fitted with the zippy Bleyer "Swing Sole", the Charleston is hand-crafted on lasts
designed for men's feet & features a heavy duty cushioned built-in insole…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
charleston swingtip
Also available is the Charleston Swingtip, black & black -
& this is our men's "camouflage" shoe…
Show up at your best friend's wedding or the office holiday party looking
like everybody else - it's only after the music starts that
they'll figure out you're a dance god…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
balboa
Caramel Coffee Bean Brown Leather with 'cafe au lait' canvas
& brown heeled Bleyer "Swing Sole"…
If your swing gear or zoot suit screams out for smart-looking brown
shoes - then these are made just for you…
They not only look vintage, they're especially made for dancing - & you can
wear them outside as well…
Standard colours are: Brown matte & Beige canvas...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 50
The very first gal's “slip-on” in the Bleyer range…
Depending on the colours you choose, they go fabulously with your swing,
rockabilly or rock 'n' roll gear - especially with those cute little bobby sox…
This is another style that Bleyer asked “gorgeous” to name…
Standard colours are: Black patent & White patent,
or Black matte & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 34 to 43
A fabulous “lace-up” version of the Savoy…
Depending on the colours you choose, they go fabulously with your swing
gear or zoot suit - & equally as well with your stove pipe trousers…
Standard colours are: Red matte & Black matte or Red patent & Black patent...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
hot shot
The Hot Shot is a Saddle style with a unique heel cap…
These shoes are most certainly styled for the bold dancer who
wants to “stand out from the crowd”…
Standard colours are: Black patent, Red patent & White matte...
Also available in a wide range of colours - surcharge applies for non-standard colours...
Bleyer sizes: 39 to 47
new yorker
Featuring perfect styling with the Bleyer "Classic Sole", comes
with a moulded heel for great arch support…
These are an exact replica of 1940's dress shoes…
This style is less rounded at the toe than most other Bleyer models…
The New Yorker is a “stunner” - it is created on special antique
lasts to meet the demands of the vintage dresser…
Like all Bleyers, they are comfortable from the instant you put them on…
Standard colours are: Black matte & White matte or Brown matte & White matte...
Note: non-standard colours not available...
Bleyer sizes: 39 to 47
"Colour your world" with Bleyers
Bleyer shoes are now available in a fabulous range of fashion colours...
This is a FIRST for Bleyer shoes & is exclusive worldwide to gorgeous...
Here's a few normal Bleyers styles that have been made for our customers in a
range of colours that you've never seen before in the Bleyer range…
It allows you to let your imagination “run riot” when choosing your new shoes...
How to order your coloured Bleyer shoes
Firstly - chose which zones you want in the colours of your choice…
Secondly - email us details of which colour you want in each zone…
Thirdly - we'll advise you of colour availability & manufacturing time…
Fourthly - just watch the envious looks on the other dancers'
faces when they see your new coloured bleyers…
The following Bleyer styles are usually only available in
the colour combinations shown immediately below...
Other combinations and/or colours are "non-standard"
& are therefor manufactured "out of production"...
All "non-standard" shoes attract a small surcharge...
gorgeous are the only distributor anywhere in the world to
offer Bleyer shoes with "non-standard" colour combinations...
Lindy Hopper Strap
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Black matte & White matte
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Jazz-Comfort
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Black patent & Black Elastic
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Jitterbug
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All Black matte or
All White matte
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Boogie Woogie
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Black patent & White matte or
Black matte & White matte
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Rock & Roll
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Black patent & White matte or
Black matte & White matte or
All Black matte or
All Black patent
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Anna
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Red matte & Black matte or
Red patent & Black patent
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Casual Swinger
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Black matte & White matte or
All Black matte or
All White matte
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Hot Shot
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Red, White & Black patent
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Luigi
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Red matte & Black matte or
Red patent & Black patent
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Harlem
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Black patent & White matte or
Black matte & White matte
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Lindy Hopper Lace
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Black matte & White matte
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Swing Shoe
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Black matte & White matte
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Saddle
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White matte & Black matte
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Charleston
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Black matte & White matte or
All Black matte
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Hep Cat
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Black matte & White matte
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Balboa
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Tan matte & Beige Canvas
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The following styles are only available in the colours shown...
(apart from the Suzy-Q - see above)
Wedgie
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All Black matte or
All White matte
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Swivel
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All Black matte or
All White matte or
All Cabernet matte
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Sylvia
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All Black matte or
All Black velour
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Suzy-Q
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Black matte & White matte or
Brown matte & White matte or
All Black matte
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Dolly
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All Black matte or
All Black velour or
All Black patent
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Donna
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All Black matte
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Anna
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Balboa
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Boogie Woogie
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Casual Range
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Charleston
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Harlem
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Hep Cat
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Hot Shot
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Jazz-Comfort
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Jitterbug
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Lindy Hopper Lace
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Lindy Hopper Strap
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Luigi
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Rock & Roll
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Saddle
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Swing Shoe
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Bleyer Leather & Patent colours
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Dark Purple
Matte
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Light Blue
Matte
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Mid Purple
Matte
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Yellow
Matte
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Mid Pink
Matte
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Silver-Mauve
Matte
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BLC-01
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BLC-02
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BLC-03
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BLC-04
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BLC-05
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BLC-06
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Tan
Matte
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Red
Matte
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Soft Pink
Matte
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Silver-Stone
Matte
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Aqua-Green
Matte
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Hot Pink
Matte
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BLC-07
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BLC-08
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BLC-09
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BLC-10
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BLC-11
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BLC-12
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Navy
Matte
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Cream
Matte
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Green
Matte
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Dark Teal
Matte
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Light Green
Matte
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BLC-13
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BLC-14
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BLC-15
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BLC-16
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BLC-17
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Black
Matte
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Black
Patent
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White
Matte
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Red
Patent
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Beige
Canvas
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BLC-BM
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BLC-BP
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BLC-WM
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BLC-RP
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BLC-BC
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Bleyer Special Leather colours
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Light Peach
Gloss
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Purple & Black
Snake Sheen
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Aqua-Blue
Patent
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Maroon
Patent
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Maroon Snake
Patent
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Black Snake
Patent
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SL-1L
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SL-2L
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SL-3L
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SL-4L
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SL-5L
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SL-6L
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Black Snake
Patent
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Cream Snake
Patent
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Chocolate Brown
Snake Patent
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Red & Black
Snake Patent
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Red & Black
Patent
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Red Crinkle
Patent
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SL-7L
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SL-8L
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SL-9L
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SL-10L
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SL-11L
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SL-12L
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Red-Pink
Patent
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Black & Maroon
Spots Matte
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Black & Yellow
Spots Matte
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Off-White & Hot Pink Spots Matte
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SL-13L
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SL-14L
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SL-15L
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SL-16L
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Bleyer Special Patent colours
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Yellow
Patent
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Orange
Patent
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Red-Maroon
Patent
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Apricot-Pink
Patent
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Hot Pink
Patent
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SP-1P
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SP-2P
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SP-3P
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SP-4P
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SP-5P
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Light Lime
Patent
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Off-White & Roses
Patent
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Blue
Patent
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Navy Blue
Patent
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SP-6P
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SP-7P
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SP-8P
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SP-9P
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Bleyer Special Synthetic colours
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Silver & Black
Gloss
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Gold & Black
Gloss
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Red & Black
Gloss
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Pink Gloss
Patent
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Pink Gloss
Patent
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Dark Purple Gloss
Patent
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SS-A1
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SS-A2
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SS-A3
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SS-C
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SS-D1
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SS-D2
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Off-White &
Black Snake
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Pink & Dark
Brown Snake
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Orange & Chocolate
Brown Snake
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Dark Green &
Green Snake
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Yellow
Snake
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Hot Pink &
Black Snake
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SS-E1
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SS-E2
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SS-E3
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SS-E4
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SS-E5
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SS-E6
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Dark & Light
Turquoise Snake
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Red & Black
Snake
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Light Purple & Black
Snake
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Black & Blue
Snake
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Black
Snake
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Orange-Smudge
Patent
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SS-E7
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SS-F1
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SS-F2
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SS-F3
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SS-F4
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SS-G1
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Dark Burgundy
Patent
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Hot Pink-Smudge
Patent
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Dark & Mid Purple
Smudge Patent
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Dark/Navy Blue
Patent
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Green Gloss
Patent
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Rose-Pink
Sheen
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SS-G2
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SS-G3
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SS-G4
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SS-H1
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SS-H2
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SS-I1
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Orange-Tan
Sheen
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Mid-Navy
Sheen
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Light Gold
Sheen
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Bone & Light Lime
with Gold Glitter
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Black & Silver
Glitter
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Light Lilac
Matte
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SS-I2
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SS-I3
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SS-J
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SS-K1
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SS-K2
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SS-L1
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Gray-Blue &
Gold Sheen
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Red & Gold
Sheen
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Light Bone & Black
Patent
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Light Blue
Gloss
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Green
Matte
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Mid Lilac
Matte
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SS-L2
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SS-L3
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SS-M
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SS-N1
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SS-N2
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SS-N3
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Peach-Pink
Matte
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Mustard
Matte
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Blue & Orange &
Yellow Glitter
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Blue
Matte
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SS-N4
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SS-N5
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SS-O
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SS-P
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The Bleyer range of coloured shoes are also available through the
gorgeous Distributors network throughout Australia & New Zealand
PLEASE NOTE FOLLOWING:
Swatches have been scanned & are as close to the true colours as possible
The colours shown above are not necessarily available at any given time
suede soles
After many requests, we can now get the following Bleyer styles made
with a chrome suede sole - to give you heaps of extra "slide"...
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Lindy Hopper Strap
(with flat sole)
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Jitterbug
(with flat sole)
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Ruby Red
(with flat sole)
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Casual Black
(with flat sole)
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Casual Swinger
(with flat sole)
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Casual White
(with flat sole)
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Boogie Woogie
(with flat sole)
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Rock & Roll
(with flat sole)
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Lindy Hopper Lace
(with flat sole)
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Anna
(with flat sole)
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Charleston
(with small heel)
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Swingtip
(with small heel)
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Shoes made with with Chrome Suede soles are "non-standard"
& are therefor manufactured "outside normal production"
All "non-standard" shoes attract a small surcharge...
Bleyer Cushion Insoles
If you don't wear insoles - then you just ain't swingin' or rockin'...
Bleyer's super-cushiony foam bottom stands up exceptionally
well to the heat & pressure that's generated by rock 'n' roll,
swing, rockabilly, ceroc or any other type of dancin'...
The high-impact foam at that all-important "hot spot" right under
the ball of your feet, helps to keep your feet feeling fine & cool,
despite many hours of leapin' & jumpin' around...
Then as an added "bonus" - they're soooooo comfortable...
The top of the insoles are made from supple, top quality kid leather,
so that they treat your feet "just right" - and the insole centres
are impregnated with charcoal so that your feet stay
"fresh" & odour-free all night long...
They feature a built-in arch support & a specially structured side
design at the back to "cup" and support your heel...
The "Boogie Woogie", "Lindy Hopper Strap", "Lindy Hopper Lace",
"Casual Swinger", "Casual Black", "Rock & Roll", "Swing Shoe",
are typical of the styles ready to have insoles put in them...
The insole's "extra support" helps to combat foot & ankle soreness,
that's mainly due to "flat sole fatigue" syndrome...
So if you're one of those many people who do "feel it" in your feet,
ankles, legs, hips or back - then the chances are that the Bleyer
insoles can make that "very important difference" for you...
They not only feel “fabulous” from the moment you put them on,
you notice the difference when it really counts - at the end of
a heavy night's dancin' - not to mention the following day...
And don't think that these insoles are only suitable for Bleyer shoes,
they work every bit as well with any dance shoe or with any
street shoes that you care to wear...
We've lost count of how many people who've bought just one set
of insoles "to try them out" - & have then come back buying
extra sets for all their shoes - both dance & street shoes...
The Bleyer insoles have grown to become the biggest selling line in
our entire range of over 150 shoe styles & almost 350 other lines...
And that's certainly no accident...
Why ??? because they're the finest insoles made - they deserve
their reputation as "the best dance insoles in the world"...
Even better - they're very, very "affordable"...
No, it's not "Bob the Builder"
it's "Joe the Builder"
Mary's sister Benni is married to Joe - who is a very busy building
contractor, specialising in house renovations & extensions...
Joe & Benni were around home one day for a BBQ & a few beers,
when Joe mentioned to Ray how sore his feet, ankles, legs,
hips & lower back became after a hard day's work...
Particularly because Joe wears those heavy-duty work boots
with steel toe caps - & if you've ever worn them,
then you'd know that they "weigh a ton"...
So Ray showed him a pair of Bleyer Cushion Insoles, suggesting
they might make a difference - but Joe was very sceptical...
He picked them up, turned them over & we could see the doubt
on his face - Joe said: "how could these help?"
But he decided to "give them a go"...
Joe not only now wears Bleyer insoles every single day at work,
he also wears insoles in all his shoes - all the time...
And yes, you guessed right - he no longer has any problems...
Joe has become a “one man advocate” for them...
If they can work in boots like that - then they can work in anything...
Bleyer sizes: 35 to 48
Bleyer Intelli-Insoles
Well - we thought that the Bleyer Insole was just the "ant's pants"
when it came to dance & all purpose top quality insoles...
One of the many reasons we like dealing with Bleyer so much, is that
they're always at the "cutting edge" of footwear development...
& true to form, they weren't prepared to "rest on their laurels",
they've now come up with the Bleyer Intelli-Insoles...
We've personally danced with the Intelli-Insoles & they're nothing
short of fantastic - & they have the "science" to back this up...
Intelli-Insoles are manufactured using "Contourex® Memofoam"...
So for those of you with a "technical bent" - the following facts
& figures makes for some very interesting reading...
What is Contourex® Memofoam ???
Contourex® Memofoam is the combination of elastic & viscous properties in the one material, which in physics is referred to as a "visco-elastic" system. In this context, "Viscous" means steaming or flowing properties - "Elastic" means the reversible, distortable part of the material.
These properties can be illustrated using a "tensile test". The control specimens are stretched using an increasing tension - then released by suddenly slackening the tension. An elastic material immediately or quickly returns to its original size or shape (Fig. 1). Contourex® Memofoam returns to its original shape after approx 3 minutes (Fig. 2).
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What can Contourex® Memofoam do ???
With Contourex® Memofoam, an "intelligent shape foam" has been developed based on a synthetic rubber with visco-elastic material properties. From a physical point of view, our skin also represents a visco elastic system.
The biomechanical properties of the skin are dependent not only on the skin structure, but also on the size of the cells, the cohesion of the individual skin layers & the complex interaction of the internal fibre structures.
From a physical point of view, the properties of Contourex® Memofoam & the biomechanical properties of human tissue form an almost identical comparison .
For example, this manifests in the fact that body heat & body weight transfer an optimum pressure distribution on Contourex® Memofoam Insoles. This reduces pressure points on vulnerable parts of the body.
Fig. 3 shows dynamic pressure load without (on the left), & with Contourex® Memofoam (on the right).
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It is precisely the delayed re-shape properties of Contourex® Memofoam which adapts to the foot as it changes during dancing, or through the course of the day. These properties enables the formation of an adaptable, comfortable & individual footrest at all times, & under almost any circumstances.
Contourex® Memofoam Physical Data
Some other Contourex® Memofoam benefits
ã Porous & Breathable
ã Moisture absorbent
ã Excellent compression ratio set (also in moisture state)
ã Washable up to 30º celsius (86º fahrenheit)
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The "good news" is that Bleyer Intelli-Insoles are only slightly higher in
price than the highly-acclaimed Bleyer traditional Insoles...
So now you have two fabulous Insole choices to help make your dancing
& general footwear that much more pleasurable & comfortable...
& importantly, they're a great deal kinder to your body...
Bleyer sizes: 37 to 48
some technical & other stuff
Bleyer Sizing
Bleyers are a German company, and all shoes are made very similar (but at the same time, a little different) to standard Continental European sizes.
Consult our size charts to convert to your local size - but we can certainly help you to get your size correct.
Bleyers come only in whole sizes - so we generally recommend that you go to the next larger size if you normally wear a half size.
If you refer to the shoes that you currently wear, then you'll usually get a good idea of which size to purchase.
Larger men's sizes are fitted with the “Swing Sole”.
Bleyers love wide feet - why?
Because the leather used is fabulous - it's so soft and pliable, that they invariably will stretch to accommodate your foot.
If you have narrow feet, try them with insoles.
Except for the Swing, Saddle and Charleston models (which have built-in insoles), Bleyer shoes come ready to have insoles put in them.
However, you can certainly dance without insoles if you wish.
Orthotics
Because Bleyers come “ready for insoles” you will most likely find they're likewise ready for your orthotics.
And if you have the “world's bulkiest orthotics”, we recommend the Swing Shoe, as it is our roomiest model.
Matte? Patent?
Many dancers love the “pizzazz” of patent - they wouldn't get caught on the hardwood without it.
While others think that shiny Patent is just too formal for their wardrobe, & they prefer something more subtle.
Matte finish is basically just ordinary shoe leather - while Patent is almost mirror-like.
But remember, there's no “right” & there's no “wrong” - it just gets back to whatever you want to choose...
Special Sole & Classic Sole
Yes, they're synthetic - while most dance shoes have a suede or chrome leather sole on them - Bleyers are outsoled with hard non-marking rubber, and traditionally rubber doesn't have much “slideability”.
However, the Bleyer “Special Sole” & the “Classic Sole” are quite different, you can spin on them, you can slide on them, you can swivel on them - and you won't slide all over the place when you rock step (great for aerials).
Note the “spin spot”... now what do you suppose that's for? and you don't have to carry your shoes to the dance in a little bag.
You can wear them anywhere, walk in the snow, jump in mud puddles - they don't care...
Swing Sole
With the “Swing Sole”, you can control your movements on the dance floor, while still being able to spin and slide when you need to.
It's synthetic - and very zippy, yet doesn't pick up every bit of stuff from the dance floor like suede does.
If you're familiar with the Bleyer “Special Sole”, then you've seen the Bleyer "spin spot" and you'll notice that the “Swing Sole” doesn't have one - this sole is zippy enough that it doesn't need it… and you don't have to carry your shoes to the dance in a little bag.
These are dance soles - not hiking boots - so don't go tearing them up on asphalt or broken glass - you will ruin them...
But for the most part, you can dance in the rain, walk in the snow, jump in mud puddles - they don't care...
Important
Bleyers are dance shoes - they do not wear like your ski boots, so please consider them as “equipment” - not the last pair of shoes you'll ever buy.
If they were made to last forever, then you'd certainly not want to wear them for dancing, because they'd be too “heavy” & “clunky”.
Depending on the amount of abuse they get, (and swing & rock `n' roll dancing are by their very nature “abusive”) they should last at least a year or two.
In fact most people get far, far longer than this - often as long as 8 to 10 years.
The uppers usually wear out before the soles do.
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We visited the Bleyer factory in Germany on our last European trip
& we were delighted to meet Bernd, the owner of Bleyer.
Bernd's hospitaly & friendliness were fabulous - he looked after us "deluxe".
Our visit was invaluable - increasing our product knowledge & understanding
of how Bleyer shoes are made, & why their quality is so outstanding.


Cirque du Soleil (French for "Circus of the Sun") was founded over 25 years ago in 1984, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada by two former street performers, Guy Laliberté & Daniel Gauthier.
Cirque du Soleil has since grown to be the largest organization of its type in the world.
Cirque du Soleil performances are breathtakingly unforgettable & outstanding - they're a dramatic mix of circus arts, street entertainment & a theatrical, character-driven approach.
Each Cirque du Soleil show is a synthesis of circus styles inspired by sources from around the world, with its own central theme & storyline. They draw the audience into the performance through continuous live music, with performers rather than stagehands changing the props.
Cirque du Soleil expanded rapidly right throughout the 1990s & 2000s, going from just one single show to approximately 4,000 employees - including over 1,000 artists from more than 40 countries.
Such is the scale of Cirque du Soleil's operations, that they simultaneously produce 20 productions worldwide, which have so far been shown in over 271 cities throughout the world.
The multiple permanent Las Vegas shows alone play to more than 9,000 people each & every night, adding to the nearly 100 million people worldwide, who have to date experienced the "wonder" that is Cirque du Soleil.
Cirque du Soleil's creations have been awarded numerous prizes, awards & distinctions, including the Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatrical Experience, Bambi, Rose d'Or, three Gemini Awards, four Primetime Emmy Awards, ACE, Gémeaux, Félix & many other prestigious recognitions.
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Many of the Cirque du Soleil artists perform numerous dangerous & death-defying acts - so correct equipment, plus an as safe as possible work environment, are obviously of prime importance.
Cirque du Soleil performers naturally require the very best quality footwear available - they need to wear shoes that are safe, durable, reliable & which are "fit for the purpose".
As with swing, rock 'n' roll & many of the various dancing disciplines, their performances necessarily revolve around good footwork, rhythm, timing & balance.
So it probably comes as "no surprise" to those many dancers who've experienced wearing Bleyers shoes, that Cirque du Soleil artists likewise perform in Bleyer shoes.
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