Thecatsmother Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 As an ex dancer I am not mad keen on going into dancewear shops as too many memories. Can any ex dancers or adults who have returned to ballet recommend any good online shops. I tend to use dance direct who are excellent but not sure what else is out there and good for adults who are no longer professionals. I especially looking for warm up clothes suitable for long legged dancers. I have the ballet shoe area covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moomin Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I have used porselli (only for the kids althpugh they do have some adult things) and Bloch online, both good. Porselli are often quite good on price. I find Bloch do some nice leotards and they are made of lovely thick fabric. I got a couple of things from their sport/ yoga section and they are lovely fabric and very flattering too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Circe Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I came across dancewear 365 recently . They were only place i could find the bloch pointe shoes and bloch tutu in in stock thati needed for my dd and they were cheaper. Ordering and delivery was all very effiicient. Not sure about warm up stuff in particular though i did come across a bespoke ballet legwarmer knitter on etsy that looked amazing...just expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lartiste Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Hello Balleteacher I've created an online journal to be used as a resource, please find below a link to a page for all of the online dancewear retailers that I'm aware of in both the UK and USA. http://balletomane1.livejournal.com/tag/ballet%20stores If anyone has any more to add for other countries or within the UK please PM me, thanks! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belleballerina Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Bloch's new leotard collection looks stunning - such choice and dd has already picked out a couple to add to birthday/Christmas list. Dance Direct and very good with quick delivery too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thecatsmother Posted August 18, 2013 Author Share Posted August 18, 2013 Thanks for that. Very useful???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecarte Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Don't forget Just Ballet who posts on this forum. Always helpful and good stock.! That reminds me I have to place an order... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Beelam Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Hi balleteacher we have a selection of warm up gear, the Degas warm up suits are nicely proportioned - I'm 5'10" and have long legs and wear the adult L comfortably. We've also had X-long jazz trousers made as I can never find trousers long enough! If you need the inside leg of any items measured or have any other questions just send me a message of give the shop a ring Sx 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w445403 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Don't forget Just Ballet who posts on this forum. Always helpful and good stock.! and excellent customer service too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElllieP Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Would agree with the above re Just Ballet - really quick delivery and helpful service! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiz Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 I just bought a tutu from Just Ballet. I've wanted one since I was a kid and it's a proper eight layer one, unlike the Dance Direct ones My husband may just kill me though. I've spent far too much money just recently! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Beelam Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 Thanks Ellie Congrats Fiz! Did you go for the pull on practice tutu or tutu with Lycra bodice? The practice tutu is pancake style but the tutu & bodice is fuller, but I can tack it flat in the morning for you if you prefer? Sx 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moomin Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 How exciting fiz! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiz Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 The one with the bodice, Sheila. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiz Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 Sheila, what do you mean about the skirt? Sorry, I'm not very alert today. I've either got raging sinusitis or a tooth abscess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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