If you have recently joined a dance school, you have probably seen that the dancers wear uniforms. These uniforms can vary from dance to dance. Ballet dancers usually wear leotards and leggings, hip hop dancers wear crop tops or singlets with shorts or leggings, jazz ballet dancers wear cross cami or singlets with leggings or skirts, etc. If you're a girl who has started taking dance lessons, you are probably looking for girl dance tops and bottoms. Now, if you got the bottoms, and are looking for dance tops, here are some suggestions.
Dance Top Types
The first and most important thing to do when buying dance tops is to determine the type of dance class you need them for. Not every top is suitable for every dance. For instance, oversized crop tops with long sleeves aren't suitable for classical ballet. Usually, the dance studio teacher will tell you exactly what kind of top you need. The clothing should allow you to move freely and put you in the mood for the class. Here are several types.
Short-Sleeved Crop Top
Depending on your dance type, you can find tight and looser short-sleeved crop tops. The tighter models are excellent for practising jazz or modern ballet, as well as for hip hop dances. These allow you to move freely while keeping your body movements exposed. Your teacher will be able to see how you progress. These types of girls dance tops are perfect for gymnastics or classic ballet as well. You can wear them during classes but, they are aslo ideal for your performances.
Long-Sleeved Crop Top
The long-sleeved crop top is a variation of crop tops. It gives more attention to your arm movements and is also more elegant. You can easily combine it with a tutu skirt, or leggings, and even though there are no rules when you can wear it, most dancers choose them for their performances. You can get such tops in many different styles. Simple monochromatic long-sleeved crop tops are ideal for your dance classes, while laced sleeved, or sequined tops with straps and other accessories, are much better for your dance moves in the spotlight.
Cross Cami
The cross cami is a wonderful choice for almost any dance class. No matter if you're a future ballerina, or hip hop dancer, this type of dance top will help you learn your movements easily. The cross straps on the back will help you focus on your class, instead to be distracted to re-adjust them. The bust in these tops is usually extra lined to provide extra firmness of the body. This way your torso movements, line and contours will be easily visible. When you're a beginner, it's essential that your teacher is able to see how you move your body and such tops (that fit perfectly to your torso) will easily allow that.
Singlet
This is a great choice for your dance classes, but these types of tops can easily work for your gym classes as well. They are comfortable, light and snug the torso well, allowing your arms and shoulders to move freely. These dance tops are a perfect choice for hip hop, modern and jazz ballet, but unless your dance school demands another type of top, you can even wear them during your ballet dance classes.
Just like the cross cami, the singlet will show your torso movements, so your teacher can see what you're doing. The great thing about this type of top is that there are no sleeves or straps to distract you during your class. You can easily combine it with various bottoms such as skirts, leggings, shorts or sweatpants.
Cropped T-Shirt
Hip hop dance is a vigorous dance that requires a lot of moving and jumping. You will surely sweat during your class, which is why you will need looser clothes that will make you feel comfortable. A short-sleeved crop t-shirt is ideal for this type of dance. It will allow you to move without any restrictions and at the same time, it will not trap your body heat. Choose a colourful t-shirt with interesting print; match it with your leggings, shorts or sweatpants.
Long Sleeve Shrug
The shrug is a perfect addition to your tops. Dance students and teachers usually wear it before class, to keep their arms and shoulders warm. Why is it important to keep these body parts warm? You have probably seen that dancers warm up with light stretching before the class. This way they relax their muscles, so once the class starts they will be able to do the movements easily.
The shrug will keep your shoulder and arms warm even if you don't do the warm-up exercises. This way you will avoid tension in your muscles and joints. The shrug will do its job and once you remove it, you will feel ready to start dancing. These tops are also cute and complete the entire dance attire, be it for classes or performances.
Finally, choosing the right clothes isn't just a rule you should follow. The right dance clothes will help you learn, notice your body movements, feel free while learning and focus on the class instead of on the clothes. Your dance clothes must fit well, feel comfortable and should be made of materials that are pleasant for your skin.
