With Summertime winding down, it's time to start preparing for back to school, and you know what that means: Back to Dance! This is the time of the year where Fall registration opens up and dancers are getting their classes all lined up. We love seeing all the first timers try on their first pair of ballet slippers and pick out their leotards! Their excitement to start learning and dancing is why we love what we do!
 
One of the most popular questions we receive is 'what do they need?'. Before coming into the store or shopping online, it is important that you check with your studio for dress code. No matter the age, a dress code is an important part of the dance industry. The standard for ballet classes is pink tights with a black leotard (this can vary from studio to studio). Form-fitting dance wear is also a popular requirement for jazz, modern, or lyrical classes.
 
By wearing the proper dance attire, teachers are able to visually see and help correct a dancers alignment and positioning. Dance teachers are very hands on to fix any corrections to help further the dancers interests and of course, for the safety of our dancers. Baggy clothing can be an easy distraction and could cause someone to get hurt. The simple black leo and pink tight also helps our dancers feel like dancers. They are 'dressing the part' which can make them feel more confident before walking into the studio. There is nothing more beautiful than a dancer with their head held high!
 
Here are some of our picks that would fit into your dress code!

1. GAYNOR MINDEN CAP SLEEVE LEO

2. AINSLIEWEAR CAP SLEEVE KARA LACE 

3. BLOCH USA 3/4 SLEEVE V FRONT LEOTARD