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T H E T R E N D S L I S T: C O R S E T I N S P I R E D 4 N U D E B A C K W I T H L O G O 6 A S Y M M E T R I C A L L AY E R S 8 BACK BR ANDS WITH LETTERING 10 S H R U G S & B U C K L E S 12 D R A P E D S K I R T S 1 4 R O M A N T I C 1 6 MESH INSETS & MONOCHROME 18 R E T R O 2 0 C O L O R P O P 2 2 B L A C K M Y S T 2 4 M I N I M A L I S M 2 6 O M B R E S 2 8 S U P E R B L I N G 3 0 L O O S E S H O R T S 3 2 M E S H O N M E S H 33 P I P I N G 3 4 9 0 S L O O S E P A N T S 36 C O V E R A L L S 3 7
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AB OUT TH E GUIDE : We surveyed designers, researched dance competitions, and studied the runway to bring you the top trends in dance costumes. Get inspired for your next routine!
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E AST E RN K ENTUCK Y UNIVERSITY
NEW P R AGUE DANCE TEAM
ARIANA LE OTARD
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JAZZ CORSET INSPIRED
From street style to the stage BUSTIER L EOTARD & TROUSER PANT WITH SUSP ENDERS
corset-inspired styles are the look of the moment! Bodice style lines mimic boning found on corsets.
L AKE VI LLE SOU T H DANCE TEAM
LIL LIA N D RE SS
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O L I V I A P OM DRE SS
J I L L I A N P O M DRE SS
Y UKON HI G H SC HOOL
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POM NUDE BACK W I T H LO G O Create a unique surprise by adding your logo or rhinestone lettering to nude mesh on the back of a bodice.
SA IN T C LO U D STAT E U N I V E RSI T Y
MEREDITH P OM DRESS
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CARLSBAD C ROP W/ 50 4 SWI SH BRI E F
CARL SBAD SP ORT CROP
TR A N SV E RS E L E OTARD
CA R L S BA D VA RS I T Y DANC E T E AM
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R IV E R UNITA RD
JAZZ & GAME D AY ASYMMETRICAL L AY E R S
Instantly create an edgy look with intersecting asymmetrical elements. Layer sheer fabric over solids to add depth. Play with shapes and vibrant colors to make this look pop!
CARL SBAD BIK ETARD
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C ROW N P OI NT HI G H SCHOOL
ST E VE NS COU NT Y
C H ICAGO LU VA B U L L S
HOLY FAMILY
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P ORT WAS H I N GTON
SO U TH E R N I L L I N O I S UNIV E R S ITY EDWA RDSVI L L E
POM
BACK BANDS WITH LETTERING HARBOR BIK ETARD
An open back provides the perfect canvas for dramatic straps - even on a pom dress! Add a band to an open back to conceal undergarments as well as add team branding.
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LOU I SVI LLE L ADYBI RDS
PATHWAY S H RU G, 420 SW EE P C RO P & A L L EY O O P BAS K ET BA L L S H O RTS CHRIST OUR K ING STEL L A MARIS
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B U CK L E M ES H S HRU G, CALLI E CRO P W/ L I SA CARG O PANTS
HIP HOP SHRUGS & BUCKLES
The perfect hip hop formula: layer a loose-fit shrug or vest over a slim fit top - and balance that with oversized bottoms. Add buckle details for the finishing touch!
BOU NCE SHORTS COVE R AL L S
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JAZZ
DRAPED SKIRTS Short, draped skirts add the perfect amount of fluidity and femininity to any costume. For a captivating look, incorporate asymmetrical layers, add a draping sash, or combine a drape with an open front skirt.
U NI VE RS I T Y O F M I CHI GAN
HU DSON
G LE NVIEW U NI V ERSITY SOUTH
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UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
ORO NO
EISENHOWER JV A D E L E D RESS
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JAZZ
ROMANTIC Add a touch of romance with ruching or appliques. Gather
bodice layers for dimension, use mesh skirt pieces for drama, or add an applique for elegance.
ME RRI MACK COL L EGE
CHISAGO L AK ES
E AGAN W I LDCATS
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VA LL E Y C ITY
J U L E A N NA LE OTARD
E L E ANOR DRE SS W I T H APPLI QU E S
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B O OM ER DA N C E T EAM
DAVIES HIGH SCHOOL
U NIV E R S I T Y O F M N D U LUT H
R ALSTON VALL EY P OM
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POM
MESH INSETS & MONOCHROME
G RE ENDAL E
Give a classic pom look an upgrade by incorporating mesh insets at the arms, shoulders, and waist. Coordinate your mesh with the primary color of your dress for a modern and monochromatic style.
LIB E RT Y SA PPH I RES
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MESH BEL L SL EEVE OVERL AY, 419-CAMI W/ RUFFL E PANTS
SH E L LY U N I TA RD
V E RO N I CA PA I SLE Y DRE SS
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F RI NG E BANDEAU CROP W/ F RI N GE PANTS
JAZZ RETRO
The influence of the 50s, 60s, and 70s continues to make a bold statement. Picture vibrant colors, quirky prints, and the return of flared sleeves and pants.
DA NC E A RTS CEN TR E
ANNI UNITARD
GRO OVY D RESS
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HIP HOP & J A Z Z COLOR P OP This trend is a mix of simple color blocking, a bold use of bright colors, and a touch of black and white prints!
OC TAVIA COLOR BLOCK L EOTARD
OCTAVIA RE DU C T I ON UNITARD
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ROU G E DRE SS
ME SH CO LOR B LO CK LEOTA R D S E T
ST E LL A DANC E ST U DI O
INDY COLOR BLOCK COVER AL L S
M A RI SO L L EOTA RD
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JAZZ POM BL ACK MYST
From pom to jazz, this faux leather look adds an instant edge to any costume. H OPK I N S VA RS I T Y DA N CE T EA M
SAINT CLOUD UNIVERSITY
KNI G HTS P OM DRE SS
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TH E OH I O STAT E U N I V E RSI T Y
BRITNEY UNITARD
SA IN T C LO U D U N I VE RS I T Y
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ANDANT E VELVET SK IRTED UNITARD
SO M B R E D RESS
419 LONG LI NE VELVET CAMI CROP W/ AUSTERE SKI RT & BANDE AU CROP W/ AUSTERE MESH SK IRT
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CONTEMPORARY MINIMALISM
Perfect for contemporary or modern performances, this style prioritizes the expression of movements over elaborate costumes. The unifying ingredients: simple silhouettes and dramatic skirt slits.
AU ST E RE M E SH DRE SS SE T
VISTA M E S H T EE , 41 9 -1 70 & B IKE R S H O RTS
SWAY M E SH OVE RL AY, 260 -3 & COMM AND PANTS
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CHERRY CREEK BAS I C ACA D EM Y DA N C E PACK
H O RTONVI LLE
POM
WAUK ESHA SOUTH VARSITY HIGH SCHOOL
OMBRES
Seamlessly blend your team colors into a gradient look, creating the perfect backdrop for lettering and logos. It’s a look that is easily achievable with sublimation.
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
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UNIV E R SITY O F M I N N ESOTA
C HAPARR AL P OMS
MAK ENZIE P OM DRESS
L A KE V IL L E SO U T H
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SW E ET D RE A M L E OTARD SW E ET D RE A M L E OTARD
LI BE RT Y HI G H SCHOOL
FARI BAU LT
575-26 DY N A M I C
T HE OHI O STAT E U NI VE RSI T Y
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JAZZ & POM SUPER BLING Take your shine to the next level with unique rhinestone patterns and textures. For a creative twist
SNAKESK IN UNITARD SET
on the classic sparkle, add colorful hued rhinestones!
W EST FARGO
VA L L E Y C I T Y
UNIVE R S ITY O F GEO RGI A
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JAZZ
LO OS E SHORTS
Give a simple bodice a contemporary update by swapping a skirt for loose, flowing shorts.
C HE M I SE BIK ETARD SET
CA RL S BA D VA RS I TY DANC E T E AM
T I ERN E Y S H ORTS
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ALYSHA BI KE TARD WITH APPLI QUES
COW L NE CK S L I P D RESS HALLI E DRE SS
JAZZ
GR AND CANYON UNIVERSITY
MESH ON MESH This graceful material elevates any simple design into a delicate and
unforgettable look. Layer or ruche with mesh to add even more depth and texture.
CARROLL
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HIGH KICK PIPING
Piping details form sharp visual interest, perfect for emphasizing your lines in high kick routines. Use a bright, contrasting color to give the piping an extra pop!
DAGNY UNITARD
DAG N Y U N I TA RD
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L I ZE T T E U NI TARD
AL EX ANDER UNITARD
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CAR LSBA D SP ORT C ROP W/ LI SA CA RG O PA N TS
HIP HOP 9 0 S LO OS E PA N T S A new essential for a relaxed hip hop look. Cuffed or straight leg baggy pants capture the unmistakable spirit of the 90s.
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S PARKS ACADE MY DC
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HA M ILTON SO U TH E AST HIG H SC H O O L
E I SENHOWER
HIP HOP COVERALLS Work wear inspired, these one-piece, loose-fitting garments exude a distinct gender neutral style. Add your team logo and colors for effortless branding.
COVE R ALLS J UMP SUIT
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