CROPS / TOPS / LEOS

A dance leotard or unitard is extremely common at most studios and are essential pieces of kit for dancers of any age. Our range of dance leotards and unitards are made from a high-grade matte fabric that’s beautifully soft to the touch, but secure to wear giving you maximum mobility.

While unitards and leotards are both essential pieces of dancewear, they do offer slightly different levels of coverage to suit different preferences and dance styles. Unitards are a fitted one-piece garment that cover the torso and typically cover a little more leg than a leotard.

A leotard typically features a high-cut leg, which is a classic choice for dancers and is a common choice for classes and exams.

When choosing a leotard for dance, it’s important to ensure you are choosing the best style for your dance needs. There are some key differences between dance leotards for girls and leotards for gymnastics. Gymnasts’ leotards are often made from a shiny fabric with embellished designs.

Leotards for dancers on the other hand, have more of an emphasis on elegance and being streamlined; while ensuring you have a full range of unrestricted movement.

While wearing tights is not always essential, many dancers choose to wear tights over or under their dance leotards. Some dancers opt for tights in order to create a longer leg line and allow for quicker costume changes during performances.

So really, when it comes to wearing tights, the choice is yours! If you opt for a unitard, rather than a leotard, tights are typically not needed due to the extra leg coverage.

Absolutely! A dance leotard or unitard is perfect for attending classes. They are a fitted garment that allows your dance teacher to clearly see your body alignment, posture and technique. This can not only allow you to get more detailed feedback but can also help you to avoid any injuries that could arise from misalignment.

When choosing dance clothes, it’s important to get the fit right. A dance leotard or unitard should be fitted to offer maximum support, almost like a ‘second skin’. It should feel snug and comfortable but not too tight. If it’s too tight it’ll be uncomfortable to dance in and may even restrict your movement. Dancewear should be fitted enough to stay put from plié to pirouette. For sizing, please check our measurements guide, especially when shopping for children.

When choosing the correct size for girl’s dance leotards or girls dance unitards, you may wish to size up. While the leotard or unitard should still be fitted, for girls who are growing quickly right before your eyes, a size up can offer more longevity.

100%! A leotard is ideal to wear as a dance uniform for dance exams. They are designed to withstand even the highest intensity routines which means one less thing for you to worry about when heading those all-important exams.

Certain dance examination boards have their own specific requirements. Typically requiring plain, unbranded styles without embellishment in, the colours may also be specified based on your grade so it’s worth checking beforehand. Our leotards and unitards come without a logo so they can be worn in school or in an exam environment.

At Squad Dancewear we offer a range of on-trend options for leotards and unitards so you can be sure whichever style you choose you’ll be able to look and feel your best!

For younger dancers’ leotards or unitards, we’d recommend opting for a style with extra coverage.

Dance leotards and unitards are designed to fit snuggly and so don’t need anything underneath. Those who wish to wear underwear underneath should opt for seamless or specialised dance underwear.

Our dance wear is made from a high-grade matt fabric that’s soft to touch and secure to wear. It offers support and coverage, while staying in place so you can focus on what matters the most, dancing!

Yes, dance crop tops are suitable for a wide range of dance styles including contemporary, jazz, commercial and street dance, making them a versatile choice for any dancer.

Yes, dance crop tops are available in a range of colours and designs, from classic black dance crop tops to more detailed and statement styles for performances, including red, blue and yellow crop tops.

Yes, we do. We sell a range of boys' dancewear, which includes leotards and boys' dance shorts.