i started swing dancing just 3 months ago, but in that time going out to social dances, competitions, and events, ive taken so much inspiration from the various styles of swing dancers across the board! here is my swing dance closet, specifically for...
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shoes
dresses
bottoms
tops
accessories
shoes
keds are the OG and default swing shoe! theyre light, flat, easy to shimy and swivel around in.
original keds
theyre definitely better for someone a little more experienced in swing, but so comfortble and beautiful
satin ballroom dance shoes
these ones chill on the heel and are super stylish and formal
satin dance shoes
dresses
i looove polka dots in swing fasion and this dress is super moveable
find me in palm springs dress
love the colors, length, and buttons
peggie sue shirt dress
modcloth is such an amazing brand for swing fashion- classic, cute, easy to move in
wide leg/straight pants are probably the most common clothing item i see at swing events. theyre easy to dance in but also just give a free and relaxed look, but still keeping it formal enough
wide leg straight plaid pants
tuck in a cute blouse and youre set
high waisted button pants
i personally love skirts for dancing because i just feel more cooled down and free to move
1950s plaid button pocket skirt high waisted
i looooove the vintage colors!
diagonal plaid 1950s skirt
tops
puff sleeve blouses are big in the scene
polka dot puff sleeve blouse
love the stripes
striped button down
beautiful pattern and style
sweet impressions blouse
such great detail around the neck and very breatheable
ruffle blouse
accessories
i looove seeing women wearing bowties with their swing outfits, i recently paired this with a black dress and beret and i felt amazing
bowties
love a big belt over a dress!
chunky stretch belt
i wear pearls to almost every event, for me they make the fit
