2025 Dance Costume Trends Guide

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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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SQUIGGLY UNITARD

CAT H O L I C U DA N CE T E AM

H U DSO N R A I DA I RE S

JA ZZ C U TO U TS

Incorporate quirky cutouts into your costume for an unexpected, eyecatching twist!

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SABRINA REVOLVE UNITARD

PRI M E LI QU I D C ROP & 5 04 LI QUID BRI E F

JA ZZ LIQUID

Elevate your look with this sleek faux patent leather fabric. Its glossy, liquidlike shine brings an instant edge to any costume.

ZOYA U N I TA RD S ET

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BA RBE ’ S B LU E BE LLE S

BARBE ’S BLU E BE LL ES

M ERRI M AC K COLLE G E

JAZZ ROMANTIC The prettiest details for the prettiest dances - rhinestone appliques, delicate textured ruching, floral prints, ethereal glitter mesh, and so much more!

SE L AH F LOR A M E SH DRESS WI T H SLE E VE S

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TRINNY D RESS W I T H A PPL I QU E S & C L A R KE D RE SS W I T H A PPLI QU E S

EUGENIE VELVET L EOTARD LI B E RTY V IL L E H I GH SC H O OL

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LI BE RT Y HI G H SC HOOL

LORE NA P OM DRE SS

LE I G H P OM DRE SS

REMI P OM DRESS

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LE T I P OM DRE SS

UGA G EORGETTES

DAKOTA VARSITY DANC E

POM & GAME D AY T R I M D E TA I L S Use contrasting colored trim details to create a design that commands attention, whether you’re on the field or on the

G I ANNA DRESS

competition floor.

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LO UISV I L L E L A DY BI RDS

HOLY ANGEL S DANCE TEAM

R E VO LVE C RO P OVE RL AY W/ 419 CAM I ROX Y C RO P & BU CKLE CARG O PANTS

HOLLY VARSITY

T I N A S H RU G W/ 400 SYLVI A C RO P LO N G L I NE & SYLVI A E XT E N D S H O RTS

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CHRIST OUR K ING STEL L A MARIS

H IP HOP SHRUGS & BUCKLES

CAVS DANCE TE AM

For the perfect hip hop style, start with a loose-fitting shrug or vest over a tight-fit top, and balance it with oversized bottoms.

Complete the look with buckle accents for the finishing touch!

G R AND VAL L EY STATE UNIVERSITY

SWOOP S P OP M ESH BUCK L E SHRU G W/ JAM ATOMIC CROP LONG LI NE & HOOP S PANTS

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N E W LO N D O N -SPI C E R BL AC KCAT DA NC E T E AM

DASHA F RI NG E DRESS, JOL ENE LE OTARD & I CON LEOTARD C H I CAGO LU VA B U L L S

N EBR AS K A DANC E

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FARIBAULT EMER AL DS

M UR P H YSB O RO H I GH SC H O OL

JAZZ FRINGE

Add fringe to emphasize movement. It adds playful swing and excitement to any routine!

DAS H A F RI NG E DRE SS W/ M ESH M I T TS

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GR A N D IS L A N D CATH O LIC

JEWEL P OM DRESS - SPANGL ES

CAVS DANC E T E AM

JEWEL P OM DRESS RHINESTONES

D ET RO I T LIO N S CHEERLE AD E RS

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JAZZ & POM SUPER BLING

CAVS DANC E T E AM

R AINEY GLIT T ER MESH UNITARD

Don’t skip the sparkle! Take your shine up a notch with eyecatching rhinestones. Update a classic shimmer look by adding different sized stones to maximize sparkle or stones in vibrant, colorful hues.

ASSU M PTIO N U N IVERSITY K AR A UNITARD

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EL K H O RN SO U T H H I GH SCH O O L

HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL

ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY

OLI VI A P OM DRE SS

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P O M & G A M E D AY

NU UD D EE B BA AC CK K N W II TT H H LLO OG GO O W Add a touch of romance with Make a statement by adding ruching or appliques.

Gatheryour logo or rhinestone lettering touse a bodice layers for dimension, nude bodice. meshmesh skirt back pieces for drama, or add an applique for elegance.

OSCE O L A HI G H SC HOOL

J I LLI AN P OM DRE SS

L A W I L D CAT DA N C E T EA M

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I DAHO STATE UNIVERSITY

T E XAS A&M

AUREL IA DRESS SET W/ AP P L IQUES

SU NNI E DRE SS

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JAZZ & KICK ASY M M E T RY Achieve an instant dynamic and edgy look with asymmetrical details! Layer various fabrics to create added depth and dimension.

COE COLLE GE

TAELYN CROP W/ TAELYN L EGGINGS

ZO OM LE OTA RD

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ST EP S N M OT I ON

J PJ PRODU C T I ONS

JA Z Z RETRO

Throwback styles always make a comeback!

Find inspiration in retro-inspired dance costumes, from psychedelic prints of the 60s to flare pants of the 70s.

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DA NC E GR A PH I C S

NEBR ASK A DA N C E

FRINGE BANDEAU CROP W/ FRINGE PANTS

M ILLE NIU M DA N CE CO M PA N Y

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DANC E G R AP HICS

AL ASK A DRESS

DA NC E A RTS CE N T RE

DANCE GR AP HICS

419 ZE PHYR M E SH DRE SS SE T

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CO NTEMP OR A RY & JA ZZ

BU FFA’S DANCE STUDIO

MINIMALISM Ideal for contemporary or modern performances, this style emphasizes the expression of movement, rather than intricate costumes. The key elements are simple monochrome silhouettes paired with dramatic skirt slits.

VA L L EY CAT H O L I C H I GH SCH O O L

V I STA M ES H T EE W/ 419 CAMI & C RO PPED CO M M A ND PANTS

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EASTE R N K E N T U C K Y U N I VE RSI T Y

L A K EVI L L E SO U T H HI G H SC HOOL

C HANNE L P OM DRE SS

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JAZZ & POM CORSET INSPIRED From jazz to pom, this trend is becoming a staple! Bodice style lines mimic boning found on corsets, creating a romantic or edgy look.

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L AC QUI PARL E VAL L EY

C HANNE L LE OTARD

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DE VON DRE SS

LU NA CROP WITH AP P L IQUE W/ METHOD ULTR A HIGH RISE SHORTS WITH AP P L IQUE

VI C TORI A DRESS WI T H APPLI QUES

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JAZZ CAMIS & STRAPS

HARP ER DRESS

Cami and strappy details bring a delicate and romantic flair. Unique strap designs and placements add a captivating touch to any costume.

G E M M A D RE SS

G E MM A DRE SS

L A KE V IL L E SO U T H

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L AKE VI LLE SOUTH HI G H SC HOOL

RU C H ED BA N DA E U C ROP

CAI L I A L EOTA RD

JAZZ RUCHING Textured ruching adds dimension and femininity to any costume! This delicate detail evokes a sense of grace.

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L A K EVI L L E N ORT H H I GH SCH O O L

LOYO L A U N I V E RS I T Y MA RY L A N D

A RCHE R U N I TARD

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PIPING

260 STRIK E W/ 575-26 SWISH L EGGINGS WITH P IP ING

Highlight your lines with a

CO N TE M P O R A RY & JA Z Z

contrasting piping!

This small detail can add a lot to a simple outfit.

VAL AR A C ROP W/ QU NI CY LE G G I NGS

SK IP P ER LONG L INE TOP W/ SK IP P ER SK IRT

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Lace is making a comeback!

Pair this fabric with a simple silhouette for an updated contemporary look.

FA R R A H L AC E C RO P TO P W/ AU D RE Y L AC E SKI RT

F LE U R L AC E OVE RL AY W/ ALYSHA L AC E SHORTS

DANC E A RTS C EN T RE

CONT EMP O R ARY

L ACE

AUSTERE L ACE DRESS SET

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RHYS MU SC LE C ROP W/ M E SH SHE LL TOP & L ASHA PANTS

SWOOP S P OP MESH BUCK L E SHRUG W/ ATOMIC JAM LONG L INE C ROP & HOOP PANTS

ARI A N A L E OTA RD W/ B U CK L E CA RGO PA N TS

COMMAND FORCE

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HIP HOP & G A M E D AY 9 0 S L O O S E PA N T S A must-have for hip hop choreography! Baggy straight-leg pants and large pockets capture the unmistakable essence of the ‘90s.

166 SABRINA SP ORT LONG L INE CROP W/ L ISA STRIP E CARGO PANTS

Z IA AT H L E T I C M ES H JE R S EY W/ A M BE R OV E R A L L S WASHI NGTON WI ZARDS

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HIP HOP & G A M E D AY R ACE CAR INSP O

Piping details form sharp visual interest,

R A C E Cperfect A Rfor emphasizing your lines in high kick routines. Use a bright, contrasting I N S P I Rcolor ED to give the piping an extra pop!

Start your engines! Bold black and white checkered patterns with a pop of color, and sleek designs fuse motor sport energy with street wear style, bringing a dynamic edge to any performance!

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LINCO LN WAY W EST H I GH SC HOOL

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DAKOTA VARSITY DANCE

ST. C LO UD STAT E UN IV E R SITY

ANGEL INA JACK ET W/ SCARL ETT PANTS

P UR D U E U N I V E RS I T Y DA NC E T E A M

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HIP HOP & G A M E D AY TEXTURED MESH Bring on the ultimate sporty vibes with pop mesh and big 202 COAST LONG L INE CROP W/ EXTEND SHORTS

hole mesh details. This athleticinspired mesh fuses edgy street style with performance.

202 COAST LONG LI N E CROP

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T I N A SHRUG W/ 420 C ROP WITH L ETTERING & GABRIEL L E PANTS

T IN A SH RU G W/ 4 00 SY LV I A LONG LIN E C RO P W/ GA BRI E L L E PANTS

400- 5 8 W/ 420-238 & AMBE R OVE R ALLS

K IM B E R LY C RO P OV E R L AY W/ ZI P LIN E PA NTS

HA P PY F E E T ST U D I O

400- 5 8 W/ 26 0 ST RI KE & ZI P LI NE PANTS

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