Dress Code and Gear

Links are provided for examples. Exact products are not required.

Girls' Ballet:

• Black leotard or leotard
• Ballet pink transition tights
• Either leather or canvas pink ballet shoes
• Hair must be neatly secured in a classical bun or other approved style for all ballet classes and rehearsals. Ballet Bun Tutorial or Ballet Bun for Extra Long or Heavy Hair.
• Yoga mat that can be rolled up. A strap is handy. Creative Movement students do not need a mat or strap at this time.
• Optional: Ballet wrap-style sweater (No skirts or "extra" clothes)
• Optional: Teens and up are permitted to wear a short ballet skirt.
• Optional: Sweat pants and sweatshirts may be worn at the beginning of class only if it is exceptionally cold.

Boys' Ballet

• White t-shirt
• Black biker or jersey type shorts
• Either leather or canvas black ballet shoes
• Yoga mat that can be rolled up. A strap is handy. Creative Movement students do not need a mat or strap at this time.
• Optional: Sweat pants and sweatshirts may be worn at the beginning of class only if it is exceptionally cold.

Pointe Shoes (point class only)

Prior approval is required.
Please make an appointment with an approved boutique and schedule with me so that we can attend together in person or virtually. I recommend Liesl Danwear in Woodbridge, Barre and Pointe in Leesburg, VA, and I hear good things about Footlights in Frederick, MD. Please contact them in advance regarding appointments.

Adult Ballet

Don't let attire be a mental or physical obstacle to attending class! Wear anything that you would be comfortable in while moving and stretching. It is helpful if clothing is not too baggy so that your alignment can be seen. Many adults wear leggings and an athletic top.
Leather or canvas ballet slippers. Reputable brands are Capezio, Bloch, Sanshas, and the affordable Stelle