These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things: How We Stay Warm Edition

Hi There!

Not sure where everyone is from but we are located in Rhode Island and boy, is it cold out. Temperatures are supposed to drop even more later on this week so we though we would share our winter favorites with you. These items are perfect for when you have to leave your heated blanket and go brave the cold with a travel mug full of tea in hand!

From Left to Right:
Gaynor Minden "Wool Tights" also known as "Sweater Tights"
These are amazing! They come in black, charcoal, and navy. They are a perfect layer over your tights that still allow you to see your lines while in the studio. Or if you are like us you pair them with your favorite sweater dress to stay cozy and comfy.


Bloch "Warm Up Booties"
Comfy, warm booties that feel like you are walking on clouds and warming your feet by the fireplace. Who could want more than that?! Hands down these were our best seller this holiday season and if you want to learn a little more about them read our last post here.

Sugar & Bruno "Terry Ninja Sweatpant"
You will be the warmest and most stylish ninja in these pants. They are available in grey and burgundy. We live in these - hanging around the house, teaching, and in dance class. They have a nice high waist so all of your parts stay warm and covered.

From Left to Right:
Body Wrappers "48 inch Legwarmers"
Available in black, burgundy, and pink these are sure to keep your whole leg warm... and at a great price too!

Mirella "Body Warmer"
Knit overalls or basically a leg warmer for your entire body! Thin enough so you can still move around and not feel like you are in a snow suit.

Capezio V-Waist Short
The Tiger Short is perfect for the minimalist. We are currently loving the geometric purple and geometric pink.

As an added bonus we have a knitwear sale going on January 6 through January 10. Use coupon code COZY4DAYS at checkout to receive 15% off all knitwear items.

What are your favorite items to stay warm?

Let's Talk Booties..

Hi everyone!

We hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. To kick off the new year we are offering 15% off your purchase online when you use coupon code 15FOR15 at checkout today and tomorrow (12/31/14 - 1/1/15).

Now on to the real topic at hand - Bloch Warm Up Booties. Most of you probably know all about them and a good handful of you probably own them already. They were easily our top seller this holiday season and personally I can understand why. They keep your feet so toasty and warm hanging around your house or at the studio. Unfortunately there has been quite an issue getting enough in for the holidays. But don't fret, we have a ton coming in as soon as Bloch resumes their shipping.

The biggest issue right now with the supply and demand of it all is that the west coast ports are on strike and have been for a few months now. You can read about how it is causing problems for a lot of retailers here. Basically the boats are in the ocean just waiting to be unloaded but no one is there to unload them.

We received this letter from Bloch at the start of the holiday season.

So far it looks like most of our on order Booties should be in by March so if you haven't had a chance to snag a pair of your own give us a call or place an order online and we would be more than happy to let you know what is on its way along with an ETA.

As always, we are here to help so just let us know if you have any questions.

We're thankful for:

Hi Everyone!

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. As we close out the month of November we have so many things we are thankful for and would love to share them with you.

Holly - "caffeine" (although she prefaced that first with "should I get emotional?")

Jackie - "my children"

Liz - "caffeine; thankful my husband doesn't bat an eye when I buy really expensive shoes; thankful for the team of people I have putting me back together so I can keep dancing; thankful I have a very supportive family, super honest sister, and amazing friends who always keep me in check; thankful I get to spend another holiday season with my grandmother; thankful for my beautiful cat - even when she wakes me up at 3:30am for breakfast."

Lauren - "thankful for the little humans that run around my house and color all over my walls. They certainly keep life interesting; thankful for my husband - he has way more patience than I do; thankful Liz got me over my fear of all things pumpkin"

Cassi- "I'm thankful that my husband convinced me to go back to dance after 5 years"

Steph - "thankful for my family and friends, thankful I have a home to live in, thankful I am still able to perform"

Christina - "

We are also very thankful for out wonderful customers. Use coupon code THANKFUL at checkout to receive 10% off your order. 

Treat Yourself Royally!

Hi Everyone!

For 2 days only we are doing a quick 15% off leotards online "flash sale". Use code LEO15 at checkout, valid 11/11/14 - 11/12/14. Stock up now on your basics or treat yourself to something a little more special. Check out the beautiful new holiday pieces by Ainsliewear. 

Touches of lace, accents of gold, and velvet trim - You'll feel like a queen in these luxurious leotards!

From left to right:

129LK, 114LK, 129LK, 154

I am in love with the 154, Katherine, half sleeve leotard. It is one of my most comfortable and flattering leotards in my collection! - Liz

We hope you enjoy and take advantage of this sale. Perfect for stocking up for holiday gifts for the dancer in your life. 

Contest Updates!

Wow time is flying by! We hope that everyone had a wonderful October and a fun Halloween.

Lori McGee is our Halloween Costume contest winner! Congratulations!

Jennifer DeMay is our October Essay contest winner! 

She spoke of making the most of the time she spends with family and friends and being sure she gives herself enough "me time". 

We think that's a great point(e) to make especially as we are into cold season. You always want to make time for yourself. Getting enough rest can be hard with our crazy busy lives but it makes a huge difference. Always remember that as a dancer your body is your instrument and you must take care of it. 

November Essay Topic: What are you thankful for?

Entry Dates: November 7, 2014 - November 30, 2014

Refresher on the how to enter:

Submit your essay via email to info@dancerswarehouse.com with the subject line November Essay. Please provide the following information along with your submission:

1. First and Last Name
2. Phone number
3. Shipping address
4. Age (if under 16)

Contest Rules:

1. One submission per person per topic.
2. Essays must be between 250 and 500 words.
3. Essays must be submitted between the specified days. Late entries will not be considered.
4. Prize has no cash value. 
5. Employees of Dancers Warehouse, Inc. and its affiliates are not eligible for prize winnings. 
6. Prior winners are not eligible for prizes within three moths of their previous winning. 

We want to hear your thoughts! Be sure to submit your essay. Contest winners will be announced at the beginning of December. 

DIY Halloween Ideas

Hi Everyone,

Here is a quick and easy Halloween hair tutorial perfect for teachers and students. Only a few craft items are needed and you might even have them lying around your house already. 

Click the image to view the tutorial via Simple As That Blog

Start by creating the perfect bun with either the Capezio "Bun Builder" or the Sarah Potempa "Wrap Up". Check out this post if you need a refresher on how these work!

Maybe you are looking to live a little more on the wild side this Halloween. This pretty cat eye can transform your little black dress into the purr-fect costume.

Products you'll need:

1. Black felt tip eye liner
2. Eye shadow: dark gray or black, light gray, and white
3. Mascara
4. False Eyelashes (if you're feeling really bold)

Eclipse

Snowball

Sterling

Felt tip Eyeliner

Mascara

Eyelashes

Don't forget about our Halloween Costume Contest, open until November 5th, and the October Essay Contest, open until October 31st.

October Essay Question:
Most of us have crazy busy lives. Between work, school, dance, friends, and family it seems there are never enough hours in the day. How do you keep your life in balance? 

September Essay Contest: Winner! and October Announcement

Hi Everyone!

We cannot believe how many wonderful essays we received during the month of September. It was so hard to chose a winner but we have finally come to a decision!

Congratulations, Kaitlyn Libby, you are our September winner! 

Here is a lovely excerpt from the end of her essay:

"I want to improve overall in all my dance classes and to make as many dance friends as possible, (those are the best kind of friends). My last goal is to be able to say, “I can do_____” instead of “I want to be able to do” or “I want”, and know that I have earned the right to each of these goals I accomplished by working hard."

Thank you to everyone else who submitted an essay. Keep writing! There's always another chance to win.

October's Essay Question:

Most of us have crazy busy lives. Between work, school, dance, friends, and family it seems there are never enough hours in the day. How do you keep your life in balance? 

The contest will be open to submissions until Friday, October 31. Please email info@dancerswarehouse.com with your essay. Subject line "October Essay Contest".

Don't forget about the Halloween Costume contest as well! Email us a picture of your Halloween costume, subject line "Halloween 2014", for a chance to win a Dancers Warehouse gift card. Contest ends November 5th. 

New for October! Check out these super comfy sweatshirts by Sugar & Bruno. So perfect for this chilly weather we've been having in New England. We just want to wear this sweatshirt 24/7 sipping our Pumpkin Spice Lattes while we catch up on some reading next to our favorite fall candle. Don't fret, this sweatshirt would be super cute in an air conditioned studio if you are still experiencing warm weather! It also comes in a ton of colors! 

What's your favorite fall trend? Here in the office we are definitely on the pumpkin everything bandwagon and you will always find a scarf around our necks.