If you’re anything like me, shoe shopping is a nightmare. Between my feet being different sizes to there being a little bony part on my foot, the process of finding the perfect pair of shoes is less-than-perfect. And even if I find something that’s comfy now, how do I know it’ll be comfortable after a few hours? Picking out dance shoes is even more complicated, so here are my tips on how to choose dance shoes. But first: what makes dance shoes so special? Dance shoes are athletic shoes made with a specific purpose in mind. Just like there are cleats for soccer (with little spikes that help grip the ground) and running shoes for a marathon (that help absorb shock and push off the ground), dance shoes are made to help your body through the natural motions of dance. Want more info? Here’s a bit more about ballroom dance shoes. So, without further ado, here are my tips for choosing dance shoes! Snug as a dancer in shoes. The first thing you have to keep in mind is the fit. Your shoe has to provide support and not fly off your foot -- so it...
We get it. You wear shirts (almost) every day. They’re an integral part of your wardrobe. Even more, dance shirts often look like formal shirts. So, what makes dance competition shirts different, and why do you even need one? The feeling of freedom. Say you’re in a work meeting. Will you ever need to put your arms up? (Is that a yes over there? What kind of job do you do? I want in!) More likely, though, your answer is no. Formal shirts are made with this in mind: they’re not meant to move around in. It’s the same reason you wouldn’t wear a formal shirt to go work out, even if the shirt were super inexpensive. Dance shirts, however, are meant to move. Most shirts are very stretchy, simultaneously allowing for great fit and a wide range of motion. All of this means that you’re going to feel comfortable---something that’s nigh impossible when it comes to most formal shirts. What allows for this? First, the fabric dance competition shirts are made of is stretchable in and of itself. Dance competition shirts are also made out of athletic fabric to match the athletic nature of dance...
Mother’s Day is approaching… and for me, that means a paralyzing fear of choosing the best gifts for mom. My mother means so much to me, and just getting a card or a brunch doesn’t cut it any more. Any gift for my mom simply has to have these three things: it allows us to spend some quality time together, it gets my mom the best pampering of her life, and it shines as brightly as she does. Not to mention -- it’s gotta be an investment for the future! That’s when it came to me: I have to get her a Dress for Dance gift card! Quality Time -- My mom and I love going clothes shopping together. Now, I can savor the same experience with my mom by gifting her a trip to Dress for Dance! As much as we played “princess dress-up” when I was younger, I never imagined we’d get to do it again as we got older. Whether it’s a ball gown or a practice dress, we’re ready to dance the night away together! Pampering -- It’s a fact: moms have the absolute hardest jobs out there. I can only imagine how much of a...
Gone are the days when we have to travel far and wide to find the one thing we’re looking for. We live in the age of convenience shopping: with just a click, we can have a laptop -- or even a brand new car -- delivered straight to our doorstep! (Or, hopefully, our driveway.) Still wondering where to buy ballroom dance dresses? Did you know that Dress for Dance can actually get you perfectly outfitted in your next couture dress right from the comfort of your own home?! First, something you have to know: they’re professionals. With over 20 years of ballroom design experience, the experts at Dress for Dance create the highest quality outfits that are sure to make you stand out on the dancefloor. Dress for Dance designs have even been featured on Dancing with the Stars, So You Think You Can Dance, the Alma awards, and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Wild! Back to shopping from home. I know what you’re going to say. How? How do they do it? How do I choose a dress without actually being there? Lo and behold: the Dress for Dance “Try-Out” service. It’s a program...
Although Valentine’s Day is named after Saint Valentine, it has grown to be so much more than a festival celebrating a martyr. A day (or days, or weeks) of love are celebrated all around the world in many different ways and at different times of the year, but all of these festivities have something in common: showing your love for your partner by sharing gifts. How can we make this year better than the last? Let’s take a look at some of the love-ly traditions from around the world for some inspiration! France. It’s said that Valentine’s Day began in France in the 1400’s… makes sense, since France is considered to be one of the most romantic countries. Couples exchange cards to celebrate the day. On a more dramatic note, in the past, there was a “love lottery”, and those left couple-less by the end would build a bonfire and curse the opposite sex. (It got so rowdy that this tradition was actually banned!) Japan. In Japan, there are two equivalents for Valentine’s Day: on February 14, females give gifts to their partners, while on March 14, males give the gifts (“white day”). Then, on April 14, it’s...
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