I bought 3 pairs thinking of using another one and one had to be hand washed and dried. Not at all! They fit tight but are very roomy. They will be difficult to catch and the second and third pair are still in the package. We wash them weekly (washer and dryer) when the floor stretches and pick up all the dust/dirt on the gym floor. The best ballerinas EVUH! Bought for an 8 1/2 year old girl.