After my last class, my lovely teacher took the time to tell me that I was noticeably improving! I was so thrilled! And it was then I realised it’s already been TEN WEEKS since I first started ballet in February! I’ve enjoyed it so much it’s just flown by. So I thought it was a good opportunity to look back on that time and see what I’ve learned… Read more
So, because I’m totally new to the world of ballet, I’d never heard of this old idea: Turning your old tights into a ballet top! As soon as I heard it I wanted to try it because I figured it could be a great way to solve three of my current wardrobe problems:
1) Having a larger bust that sometimes gets a little cleavage-y during jumps and allegro. 2) Needing a little more support for said bust. And 3) still wanting to wear pretty necklines without feeling like I’m too much “on show”. Read more
If there’s one thing that’s been intimidating about starting ballet, it’s figuring out how to dress myself. I want to wear something form-fitting so I can see if I’m hitting the right positions and movements, but I need some support for those grown-up curves! Aside from the depressing discovery that, as a UK size 8-10, I’m firmly considered Large in any ballet wear… (Sad face!) The most frustrating thing for me has been finding a way to support my 34C bustline, which, in ballet, is considered enormous.
Plume Camisole Leotard in Navy, Bloch Warm-Up Shorts, Revolution Convertible Tights, Bloch Canvas Slippers.
Unlike gymnastics leotards, Ballet leotards tend to have very delicate designs with thin straps and sheer accents. The focus of the design is often at the back. To compensate for the fact that you can’t fit a sports bra under any of these designs, they come with either “full front lining” or a “bust panel”. The full front lining is just an extra layer of fabric on the front, and the bust panel is a little bit like the secret support you sometimes get in tank tops. Read more
My Ballet Studio
I suppose it doesn’t matter how old you get, new things are always a little scary!
So it was with a lot of trepidation that I arrived for the first ballet class – having never seen a barre or even worn a slipper in my life! I think it’s easy to say now, but everyone was right: You will be fine! And I was. But here are some of things that were going through my head in case you are considering taking the plunge… Read more
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