# Movement-Memorizing Ballet Shoes The E-Traces Pointe Shoes are Fitted with Arduino Technology By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-10-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pointe-shoes References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/10/pointe-ballet-shoe-arduino-fitted.html) & [lesiatrubat](http://www.lesiatrubat.com) While some athletes might obsessively pour over old game tapes to commit plays to memory and figure out how to improve strategy, these [pointe shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pointe-hyper-royal) record a ballet dancer's movements. Designed by Lesia Trubat, the E-Traces are fitted with Arduino technology and [multiple sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esteps-health) to help ballerinas perfect their technique. The tech-infused footwear convert dance into a "stream of visual sensations," sending data to a device for dancers to analyze and make the necessary corrections. The app also allows users to customize how the information is presented. The E-Traces point shoes use the Arduino iteration Lilypad, which is shaped like flowers and has holes that allow the sensors to be sewn into fabric. The [wearable technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gait-rehabilitation-system) could be incorporated into different dance styles as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Live Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/livearts) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Wearable Technology in Dance:** The integration of sensors and data analysis in dancewear offers opportunities for improving technique and customization. - **Data-driven Performance Enhancement:** The use of technology to record and analyze movements enables dancers to make targeted corrections and optimize their performance. - **Customizable Data Visualization:** The ability to customize how the recorded data is presented provides dancers with a personalized learning experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dance:** The dance industry can leverage wearable technology to enhance training and performance. - **Technology:** The integration of sensors and data analysis in dancewear opens up new opportunities for the technology industry. - **Fashion:** The incorporation of wearable technology in dancewear presents innovative possibilities for the fashion industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banbroken-artdesign-sport-shoes.md) - [3D-Printed Smart Insoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-customized-insoles.md) - [Balletcore Collaborative Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelkinetic-fluent-1.md) - [Wearable Performance Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityplay.md) - [Gamified AR Footwear Fittings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tootsie-augmented-reality.md) - [Scan-to-Print Custom Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivobiome.md) - [Wearable Gait Rehabilitation Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gait-rehabilitation-system.md) - [Connected Weightlifter Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eigen-fitness-nodes.md) - [Ballet-Inspired Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-rift-black-swan.md)