Basic Wear to Practice

[toothlesstiger]

Other than when competing, I'm always in black chinos and a black t-shirt. That has become my uniform.

 

[tequila]

Usually some black pants with some stretch (tend not to wear skirts at all); some kind of black top/shirt/... no colors for me.


I bought some "official" practice wear over the years but it seems as if I couldn't find dresses or tops that fit me which is frustrating.

Agree about taking greater care when in private lesson with coaches.

 

[Paul.Long]

My practice uniform depends on where I am. When with my partner and her coach or my coach for we live in different cities it's dance pants, a well fitted shirt and bright dress socks for I want him to notice my feet. Otherwise it's usually whatever I happen to have on. However, I've noticed that from starting this sport most of my ensembles would make great dance clothing. I shop for clothes with dancing in them in mind.

 

[montfordpetchy]

I like the most comfortable wear that's stretchable and sweat absorbent.

 

[hereKittyKitty]

I usually invest in a good practice skirt and that's it. I have bought practice tops, but I find I can get a better deal through Venus Swim Wear or AMI Clubwear. Its the same material most of the time and any where from 1/2 to 1/3 of the price of ballroom practice wear. Also DH Styles is a good source.

 

[sunnydays]

I'll wear tight pants to show off my lines and so that my coach can see my legs. I wear all black bottoms and tops every single time i practice. Occasionally if I'm feeling extra peppy that day I might throw on a skirt, but that rarely happens

 

[latingal]

Welcome to DF sunnydays!

 

[alexandrahweis]

Where do you buy practice wear? (skirts, tops, ect)
Also what're your favorite leotard brands?

 

[pygmalion]

There are some older related threads. Not sure any of them addresses exactly what you're asking, but the're interesting nonetheless. There are others, but think this is a good start.

http://www.dance-forums.com/threads/practicewear-i-just-dont-get-it.27248/
http://www.dance-forums.com/threads/inappropriate-latin-practice-wear.40734/

 

[tancos]

Black shirts don't show sweat!

 

[sbrnsmith]

Where do you buy practice wear? (skirts, tops, ect)
Also what're your favorite leotard brands?

I buy practice skirts from danceshopper.com. They are a bit pricey, but I love the choice. For tops, I just wear a black stretchy top.

 

[pygmalion]

Also a fan of stretchy tops, sbrn. I have to watch the fabric though, since I sweat a lot.

Thanks for bumping this old thread up, whoever did. I'll have to go back and take a look at what I said, ten years ago. *grin*

 

[latingal]

Also what're your favorite leotard brands?

Natalie, Mirella, sometimes Body Wrappers, Bloch or Gaynor Mindon have some nice styles.

 

[ctbXVIII]

Does anyone know of any websites where I could get some better mens practice wear rather than just a boring t-shirt or collared button down?
It would be nice to look in the mirror everyday and I'm not wearing the same exact thing..
The only site I have found successful is the Maly website

Please post links to any you guys might know of!

 

[stash]

VE Dance I believe sells nice practice wear. A quick google search should pull up their link.