Costume accessory list, updated Jan. 24, 2012

Costume accessory list 2011 – 2012:

I have 2 websites that I LOVE for purchasing dancewear: www.discountdance.com or www.dancewearsolutions.com either of these websites have good prices. I think “discount dance” ships a little faster, but if you order early enough, you won’t have to worry about that. I have set up a “guide list” on the “discount dance” website so that you can look at the item, and choose to purchase it if you would like. You can go to the website and look us up under our studio name. You can also purchase them at any dancewear store, but I have found that online is less expensive. Below is a-per class list of things you will need for your costumes and competitions. (Please remember that pictures are before competitions, and you will need items for pictures too!) Also, when purchasing the foot undeez, it is OK to get the nude ones with rhinestones. (I also have several pairs of black jazz shoes to try on and purchase for those who need them.)
You are also welcome to purchase a “camisole”. A camisole is a flesh colored leotard that helps protect you from see-through costumes or itching from costumes and just adds a little protection. A camisole is an optional purchase, and a camisole with convertible straps is even better!
A reminder to write your name in EVERYTHING that will be coming to competition, recital or classes/practices! You might not think it is a big deal, but with you have 30+ of the same things, mix-ups can happen. Headbands, tights, shoes, foot undeez, gloves, shirts, warm-ups, EVERYTHING! Take a few minutes after you get your items to write your name (just last name is fine, or first name) on the tags of your items to assure that, if lost or misplaced, they will be returned to you. Every year we have lost or misplaced costume items and if your name is in them, you won’t have to worry about not having them for your next use. Don’t write the name on the package write it on the actual item. On the foot undeez, use a ball point pen to write one name on the inside of the little square where the size is. We will have over 75 pairs of foot undeez…please keep a special watch on yours. After you receive your costumes, please take each item and write your name on it. Even if you have to put a small piece of masking tape on the inside and write on it.
Another thing, keep your items put in a bag of some sort. While unusually rare, it has happened that other dance studios will steal your items if left out. Please keep all your items and costumes put away. “Out of sight, out of mind”. Do not take your costume off and thrown it down. It can get ruined or stolen. Use a duffle bag or garment bag to keep your items nice. We usually don’t have a problem, and are ok leaving our items in our dressing room, but the few rare times we have had a theft, it was because it item(s) was left out where it could be easily grabbed. As we get closer to competitions/performances, we will send home a detailed list of guidelines. (The * means it is the suggested choice.)

·         Combo I will need: “light suntan” footed non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pairs suggested, in case of rip), 1 pair of pink canvas or leather ballet slippers.

·         Combo II will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair suggested, in care of rip), 1 pair of nude foot undeez.

·         Tinys pre-show will need: “light suntan” footed non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair black canvas or leather ballet slippers, 1 pair of pink canvas or leather ballet slippers.

·         Minis pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez, false eyelashes, 1 plain black turtleneck, 1 pair of jeans (no rips or holes).

·         Express pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez, false eyelashes.

·         Juniors pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez, 1 pair of black jazz shoes, false eyelashes, bra (if needed), must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps.

·         Seniors pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair nude foot undeez, 1 black leotard, 1 pair of black jazz shoes, false eyelashes, bra (if needed) must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps.

·         Jr. hip hop pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair white tennis shoes, false eyelashes, bra (if needed), must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps.

·         Sr. hip hop pre-show will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 black leotard, 1 pair of blue jeans, 1 pair of white tennis shoes, false eyelashes, bra (if needed) must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps.

·         Jr. CREW and SR. CREW boys hip hop pre-show will need: 1 pair of blue jeans, tennis shoes.

·         Small Stars Show Team will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez (recommend 2 pairs, just in case…), 1 pair of black jazz shoes/gore boots (no laces), 1 – 2 pairs of fish net tights, false eyelashes, company earrings.

·         Star Burst Show Team will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez (recommend 2 pairs, just in case…), 1 pair of black jazz shoes/gore boots (no laces), 1 – 2 pairs of fish net tights, false eyelashes, bra (if needed) must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps, company earrings.

·         Super Stars Show Team will need: “light suntan” footless, stirrup*, or convertible non-shimmery tights, NO nylons (2 pair minimum required), 1 pair of nude foot undeez (recommend 2 pairs, just in case…), 1 pair of black jazz shoes/gore boots (no laces), 1 – 2 pairs of fish net tights, false eyelashes, bra (if needed) must be nude (skin color) and be convertible (so the straps can interchange) and must have clear straps, company earrings.

If you are on pre-show or Stars Show Team, you MUST wear your black team shirt (or a plain black shirt) with either blue jeans or red warm-ups to competitions (Stars MUST wear their warm-ups to competitions). Please write your name in EVERTYHING! Black team shirts, warm-ups, duffle bags, or costume hanging bags can be purchased. Please check with me for details.

If something changes from this list, you will be notified. It will be posted on the website, and we will send another reminder home as we get closer to competitions/performances. If you have any questions, please ask before you purchase…Thanks!!