Black Ballerinas Are Calling For Dancewear Companies To Offer Pointe Shoes In More Shades: 'Our Skin Isn't Pink'

Black ballerinas are demanding to see more pointe shoes that match their skin color. Although the industry has made progress in terms of meeting the needs of Black ballerinas, the dancers say it’s not still enough. Many ballerinas, including Misty Copeland, are forced to take matters into their own hands by covering their pink pointe… Continue reading Black Ballerinas Are Calling For Dancewear Companies To Offer Pointe Shoes In More Shades: ‘Our Skin Isn’t Pink’

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