DRESS CODE

Our dress code is based on classical standards for ballet training and helps students focus on their class work as well as prepares them for performances. It’s important for students to abide by a dress code policy for the following reasons:

  • A neat and tidy appearance sets an attitude of attentiveness and respect for all students, the teacher, and the art of dance.

  • Teachers must be able to see the dancer's body outline clearly in order to make proper corrections on posture, alignment, etc.

General Expectations for All Dancers

  • Hair must be properly secured and tied up off of the face and neck for all styles of dance.

  • Jewelry must not be loose or dangling.

  • Gum chewing is not allowed due to the danger of choking and appearance.

  • No loose fitting pants, blue jeans or t-shirts are permitted as they are not dance attire.

Beginner Ballet

  • Black or pink leotard with pink full-footed tights (no footless or rolled-up tights)

  • Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes with full sole

  • Bun with hairnet, bobby pins and hair clips (no bangs or wispies)

  • Short ballet skirts are allowed but are not required

Intermediate Ballet

  • Black leotard with pink tights

  • Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes with full or split sole

  • Bun with hairnet, bobby pins and hair clips (no bangs or wispies)

  • Short ballet skirts are allowed but are not required

Advanced Ballet

  • Leotard with pink tights

  • Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes with full or split sole

  • Bun with bobby pins and hair clips (no bangs or wispies)

  • Short ballet skirts are allowed but are not required

Men

  • Plain white short sleeve t-shirt

  • Black men's dance tights or black dance leggings over black socks

  • Black leather ballet shoes with full or split sole 

PURCHASING DANCE WEAR

We recommend purchasing dance wear locally at Boulder BodyWear.

Boulder Body Wear
2850 Arapahoe Rd #104
Lafayette, CO 80026

Danse Etoile families receive a 15% discount at Boulder Body Wear, so be sure to mention your affiliation at checkout. They carry approved brands and styles, and understand our dress code.