Sunny City Swing
Sunny City Swing
What type of shoes should I wear?
What type of shoes should I wear? For Lindy Hop and swing dancing, wear light sneakers or all‑leather shoes with smooth soles. Suede soles give the best balance — leather can be slippery, rubber can be sticky.
Women:
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Flats or low, broad heels (3–4 cm)
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Popular choices: Keds (no suede soles), Aris Allen dance sneakers (suede soles)
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Men:
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Aris Allen Cap Toe (add suede)
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Aris Allen dance sneakers
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Light leather sneakers from Aldo (add suede)
Adding suede soles: A shoe repair shop will add suede for $40–$50, but if you have multiple pairs, it’s cheaper to DIY. Buy suede from a leather shop, cut to size, and glue with Lepage Heavy Duty Cement.
Where to buy:
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Aris Allen – dancestore.com
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Keds – local stores or Amazon
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Aldo sneakers – Aldo stores
The atmosphere on Sunday nights at Sunny City Swing is laid‑back, casual, and all about having fun. Jeans are totally fine. Just keep in mind you’ll be dancing with lots of different people, so dressing nicely is always appreciated.
Comfort comes first. Wear clothes you can move in without worrying about anything slipping or shifting. Most evening social dances have a “casually fancy” vibe — relaxed, but still put‑together.
Dressing up just a little elevates the whole experience. Come solo or with a partner and get ready for a great night of music and dancing.
Casual Evening Wear
Fancy Evening Attire
Live music events offer a chance for people to express themselves through fashion. Vintage-inspired clothing, popularized during the swing dance era of the 1930s-1950s, is often seen at these events.
The swing dance scene has experienced a resurgence with younger generations embracing this classic style and its accompanying fashion trends. From flapper dresses to pinstripe suits, vintage clothing adds charm and elegance to live music events. Embrace the glamour of yesteryear at your next event by donning some stylish vintage threads!