Having started to look further afield for my ballet kit, I thought I’d share some of ballet-able items I’ve come across! The difficulty with shopping from established ballet brands is that, ultimately, less than half of it feels age-appropriate, flattering and/or supportive. I know that’s because adults are probably in the minority of shoppers, but I can’t help but feel that as a size 8-10 with an athletic build, it would be really nice NOT to be maxing out the size Large and having to buy everything in navy and black! 😂
I’ve mentioned this before, but WHY is charcoal grey so hard to find in the ballet world! This affordable playsuit by ASOS would be a perfect little warm-up. I like this because it’s tailored at the waist, instead of the sack-like shape you tend to see from mainstream ballet brands.
Can’t fit a bra under that leotard? Make a point of it! Forever 21 do a lot of really cute sports bras for their active range. A lot of them are only low-medium support, but I find that combined with the built-inshelf bra you’re good to go!
For me, layering tops are a really great way to avoid the jiggling cleavage that comes with centre work. 😰 Even though it’s more flattering on a larger bust to have a lower neckline, I find myself much more comfortable with a higher neckline that doesn’t draw as much attention. Sometimes even just a layer of mesh will do! Missguided surprisingly have a LOT of cheap crop tops in really fashionable cuts and colours, that would look great over a leo.
But if you do prefer the classic ballet wrap, American Apparel (as much as we all hate the guy who runs it) often makes wrap tops in some much more interesting colours and fabrics than you tend to see. I love the velvet ones, for example!
Ballet Rookie x