The suede sole of dance shoes wears smooth over time: floor dust works into it, the fibres flatten, and the sole starts to slide. This brush is made for bringing that kind of sole back to life.

When to use it? As soon as your turns stop feeling as controlled as they used to, or after practising on a dusty floor. A few strokes lift the suede nap and clear away dirt, so the sole grips the floor evenly again.

Keep the brush in the same bag as your shoes – it is just as useful at competitions, where the floor may feel different from your usual studio.