2025 Dance Costume Trends Guide

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ABOUT THE 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!

CATHOLIC U DANCE TEAM

JAZZ

CUTOUTS

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

SABRINA REVOLVE UNITARD SQUIGGLY UNITARD

HUDSON RAIDAIRES

MERRIMACK COLLEGE

JAZZ ROMANTIC

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

BARBE’S BLUE BELLES
BARBE’S BLUE BELLES
SELAH FLORA MESH DRESS WITH SLEEVES

LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL

LEIGH POM DRESS
LORENA POM DRESS

Use contrasting colored trim details to create a design that commands attention, whether you’re on the field or on the competition floor.

REVOLVE CROP OVERLAY W/ 419 CAMI ROXY CROP & BUCKLE CARGO PANTS

HOLY ANGELS DANCE TEAM
LOUISVILLE LADYBIRDS
CHRIST OUR KINGSTELLA MARIS
TINA SHRUG W/ 400 SYLVIA CROP LONG LINE & SYLVIA EXTEND SHORTS
HOLLY VARSITY

HIP HOP SHRUGS

& BUCKLES

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!

NEW LONDON-SPICER BLACKCAT DANCE TEAM

CHICAGO LUVABULLS

NEBRASKA DANCE

DASHA FRINGE DRESS, JOLENE LEOTARD & ICON LEOTARD

GRAND ISLAND CATHOLIC

CAVS DANCE TEAM
JEWEL POM DRESSRHINESTONES
JEWEL POM DRESS - SPANGLES
DETROIT LIONS CHEERLEADERS

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.

ST. CLOUD STATE UNIVERSITY
OLIVIA POM DRESS
ELKHORN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL

Make a statement by adding your logo or rhinestone lettering to a nude mesh back bodice.

JILLIAN POM DRESS
OSCEOLA HIGH SCHOOL
SUNNIE DRESS
TEXAS A&M
IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY
AURELIA DRESS SET W/ APPLIQUES

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.

JPJ PRODUCTIONS

DANCE ARTS CENTRE

DANCE GRAPHICS

DANCE GRAPHICS

419 ZEPHYR MESH DRESS SET
ALASKA DRESS

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.

EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY

CHANNEL POM DRESS
LAKEVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
LAC QUI
PARLE VALLEY
NEW PRAGUE
DEVON DRESS
VICTORIA DRESS WITH APPLIQUES
LUNA CROP WITH APPLIQUE W/ METHOD ULTRA HIGH RISE SHORTS WITH APPLIQUE

CAMIS & STRAPS

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

HARPER DRESS
GEMMA DRESS

RUCHED BANDAEU CROP

JAZZ

RUCHING

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

LAKEVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
CAILIA LEOTARD

260 STRIKE W/ 575-26 SWISH LEGGINGS WITH PIPING

& JAZZ CONTEMPORARY

SKIPPER LONG LINE TOP W/ SKIPPER SKIRT

VALARA CROP W/ QUNICY LEGGINGS

SWOOPS POP MESH BUCKLE SHRUG W/ ATOMIC JAM LONG LINE CROP & HOOP PANTS

RHYS MUSCLE CROP W/ MESH SHELL TOP & LASHA PANTS
ARIANA LEOTARD W/ BUCKLE CARGO PANTS

HIP HOP & GAMEDAY

RACE CAR INSPO

RACE CAR INSPIRED

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!

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!

LINCOLN WAY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY
DAKOTA VARSITY

HIP HOP & GAMEDAY

TEXTURED MESH

Bring on the ultimate sporty vibes with pop mesh and big hole mesh details. This athleticinspired mesh fuses edgy street style with performance.

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