A beautiful performance on stage with a lot of dance elements and movements in the classical style is usually called ballroom dancing. People who are fond of this sport are flexible and elastic. In order for training to be successful and performances to be demonstrative, special clothes for ballroom dancing are used, and all fashionable costumes are classified according to different programs. In order to choose the right products for performances, it is recommended to familiarize yourself in detail with the types of costumes, the requirements for their sewing and the options for colors and materials.
Costume options
For ballroom dancing, you need to choose not only a beautiful, stylish costume, but also one that meets the requirements of international standards. Everyone likes to watch a beautiful performance, especially if there are cute outfits flashing on stage. If the requirements are not met, the dancer may be deprived of qualifications. Today, there are several options for costumes:
- for the standard program;
- for Latin;
- for children.
To better understand the varieties, it is recommended to consider each type separately.
For the standard program
The clothes for standard dance also have the name of the costume for the European program. Today it is stylized as a 19th century outfit and is represented by the following items for boys and girls:
- men's suit - a dark tailcoat and bow tie are mandatory parameters. Often in the photo you can see a man dressed in a black jacket, a white classic shirt, a white bow tie. Classic black shoes or shoes in the same color as the suit are allowed. In the cuff area, the shirt protrudes slightly beyond the jacket;
- women's suit - a long fitted dress made of light, flowing material. Light colors are often chosen, but sometimes the shade depends on the rhythm and expression of the dance. The dress must be long, and gloves are an integral attribute. Often the dress has open shoulders, it can be complemented by beautiful airy sleeves, sewn like a flare. It is allowed to use various inserts of guipure along the waistline, as well as various decorative elements, for example, a fluffy border along the edge of the hem, sleeves.
The use of women's clothing for ballroom dancing of the standard program allows the use of boas, feathers, artificial flowers, fringe, appliques. The multi-layered dress is explained by the presence of special dance movements. There are loops on the sleeves that hold the upper train of the dress.
For Latin
Latin dance is fundamentally different from the European classical version. It is characterized by rhythm, expressiveness, and fast movements. Passion and energy should shine in the eyes of the partners. Therefore, clothing should be appropriate and not hinder the dancers' actions. A short dress is selected for women, men dance in trousers and a shirt.
| Female version | Male version | |
| Features of the suit | A short dress consisting of two elements. Often bright colors are chosen to attract the viewer's attention. Revealing models for women are sewn in compliance with a large number of rules. Transparent material cannot be used in the outfit, and cutouts in the chest and buttocks area are not allowed. Underwear should not be visible - this is contrary to all the rules. In addition, the dress must be one-piece: the bodice in the upper part of the product cannot be highlighted. | Uniformity is the criterion for choosing a Latin costume for men. Dark trousers and a light or dark shirt are welcome here. A tie or bow tie in the same color as the shirt is allowed. A mandatory criterion is that it fits the male body, so the shirt can be made of both smooth flowing fabrics and elastic analogues. |
| Shoes | There are no restrictions in this category. Women choose shoes that are comfortable to move in and make appropriate movements. Medium thin heels with an open middle are good options. | There are also no restrictions, so male representatives prefer the classics: black shoes with a slightly elongated toe and low heels. |
Men's trousers should fit well at the waist or hips, and may be slightly flared, which adds expression to the dance.
For children
Classical ballroom and Latin dance attire for children is also sewn in accordance with the rules, and in this case they are stricter. It is believed that the younger the age group of children, the more restrictions on the presence of decor, the presence of different shades.
Dresses and suits for children must be plain.
Simplicity of the cut of the product is one of the main requirements for a woman's dress. Regardless of the style of dance, the length of the skirt is limited - it ranges from 10 cm above the knee to 10 cm below the knee. For example, in the Latin version, a girl can wear a dress 10 cm above the knee. According to the requirements, any type of decor except lace is prohibited, but there are restrictions on it. For example, if the dress is made in blue, the lace material will be blue or light blue.
The heel height of girls' shoes should not exceed 3.5 cm - this is the most optimal option for comfortable performance. It is forbidden to wear shoes on bare feet; flesh-colored tights or knee-highs are required.
The suit for boys also has a number of nuances:
- comfortable trousers and a T-shirt are used for training;
- For performances in the European program, classic dark trousers, slightly flared at the bottom, as well as a white shirt and tie are used;
- The same type of costume is used for performing Latin dance.
Shoes for boys should be comfortable, slide slightly on the floor surface and match the color of the trousers.
Color and fabric
The choice of material for sewing the product, as well as its color, depends on the style of dance, requirements and restrictions. Today, the following materials are used in sewing costumes:
- biflex — the material does not wrinkle, does not lose color after repeated washing. It contains nylon, which makes it light and breathable;
- oil - a knitted fabric, suitable for sewing tight-fitting garments;
- meril - has high strength, is breathable and promotes moisture evaporation, which is important during training and performances;
- guipure - used in suits as inserts;
- satin - beautiful appearance and flowing patterns make this material the perfect choice for sewing suits;
- organza - suitable for making women's dresses of the European program;
- Chiffon. A lightweight but fragile fabric suitable for dresses.
If a child or adult is very thin, you can sew a suit from velvet.Among the colors for the European program, we can highlight clothes for ballroom dancing in classic black, as well as blue, light blue and turquoise shades. Latin predominantly uses bright colors: yellow, green, purple.
Requirements for competition costumes
In the dance industry, there are a number of restrictions and requirements for certain types of costumes. Once you have familiarized yourself with them, you can confidently choose a dance outfit for a competitive performance. The requirements concern clothing items for the partner and partner in the standard program and Latin:
- for girls - a plain dress, a black skirt with a white blouse or with ballet tights is allowed, a petticoat can be used, but on condition that it is made without folds. Trim without glitter is allowed. It is forbidden to use transparent fabrics, trim with stones, beads, feathers, wear jewelry and make-up;
- For guys - you can wear black trousers with a belt of the corresponding color, a white shirt. As for shoes, you can wear suede shoes with low heels. You cannot use shiny fabric, an unbuttoned collar and rolled up sleeves.
All the above requirements are mandatory for performances. Comfortable tracksuits are allowed during training.
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