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Ballet uniform guides
Plain answers about what to wear, how to choose a size and how to look after ballet uniform, for dancers and parents.
Pre-Pointe Shoes: What They Are and When Your Child Is ReadyPre-pointe shoes are soft, supportive shoes designed to prepare a dancer's feet and ankles for the demands of full pointe work --…Read the guide →
Hair Nets for Ballet Buns: Types, Sizes and How to Use ThemA hair net for a ballet bun is a fine mesh cap placed over the finished bun to hold stray hairs flat…Read the guide →
Ballet Bun Kit: Everything You Need for a Perfect Exam BunA ballet bun kit is a set of hair accessories used to create and secure the neat, flat bun required for RAD…Read the guide →
Ballet Leg Warmers vs Warm-Up Booties: What Is the Difference?Ballet leg warmers cover the legs from ankle to knee or thigh and keep the muscles warm during and between exercises. Warm-up…Read the guide →
Ballet Wrap Sweater vs Ballet Cardigan: Which Warm-Up Top Should You Buy?A ballet wrap sweater and a ballet cardigan both serve the same basic purpose: keeping a dancer warm during the early part…Read the guide →
Canvas vs Leather Ballet Shoes: Which Is Better for Class and Exams?Canvas ballet shoes are lighter, more flexible and easier to machine-wash. Leather ballet shoes are more durable, mould to the foot over…Read the guide →
Ballet Socks: When to Wear Them and How They Differ from TightsBallet socks are thin, low-cut socks worn inside soft ballet shoes. They are not the same as ballet tights and serve a…Read the guide →
What Fabric Is a Ballet Leotard Made Of? Polyester, Nylon and Cotton ExplainedMost ballet leotards are made from a blend of polyester and elastane (also called Lycra or spandex). This combination gives the stretch,…Read the guide →
Ballet Gifts Under $30: Practical Ideas Dancers Actually UseThe best ballet gifts under $30 are the everyday essentials dancers go through quickly: bun supplies, belts, accessories and small props. This…Read the guide →
What to Buy a Ballet Dancer for Christmas: Practical Gift IdeasIf you are buying a Christmas gift for a ballet dancer, the most useful presents are the consumables and accessories they use…Read the guide →