Dance and Performance Costumes

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Choosing the right dance and performance costumes is an integral part of setting the right scene for a dance recital, concert or play.

Consider the Style

There are so many different types of dance costumes because there are many different styles of dancing. You wouldn't want to wear a classic ballet costume when you're trying to do a jazz routine, for example. Not only would you just look wrong, you might not be able to comfortably perform all the movements necessary for the dance.

So the most important consideration when it comes to choosing a dance costume is that it make it easy for the dancer to move in all the ways she or he needs to, and that the look fit the mood of the music being danced to.

Beyond that there are still many variations in style and function that can be found in dance costumes, making it a lot of fun to look at different options and dream of how they will look on stage.

Costumes for Plays

Performance costumes, such as those that might be used for a Shakespeare play, are a different matter altogether. While comfort, ability to move freely and the tone of the performance are all still important, portraying the character in the right way becomes key when choosing a performance costume. It's not the attitude of the performer but defining the character that is the most important aspect of picking a costume for a play, reading or other performance.

Performance costumes, especially for musicals or mascots, can be quite costly, so this is not a purchase to be made lightly. We'll give you buying advice and care suggestions. We'll also help you find stores that sell the costumes you need.