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Adult Ballet Beginner Essentials!
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as someone who re-started ballet lessons at 20, here is the list I wish I had :)
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Leotards
 
Warmups
 
Ballet Flats
 
Skirts
 
Accessories

Leotards

Begin your dance journey with a leotard!

 
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classic black leotard - this was the first one I bought for my classes :)
Womens "Veronica" Cap Sleeve Leotard
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I love the colour of this leo!
Ladies Lorelei Floral Camisole Leotard
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I find camisole leotards allow for more freedom of movement - and this one from Bloch comes in so many cute colours including ballet pink :,)
Ladies Nejor Camisole Leotard
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I love the shape and style of this one - and it comes in so many colour ways
M2 Womens Pinch Front Camisole Leotard
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a classic long sleeve leotard!
Long Sleeve Ballet Leotard | Capezio
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Warmups

Warm-ups are layers that ballerinas wear in order to warm up muscles during class - the idea is that they can be easily taken off as you warm up :)

 
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leg warmers are a perfect way to warm leg muscles while training - and they look cute too :)
Adult 18 Inch Legwarmers For Dance | Capezio
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wearing shorts over leotards can help warm the hip muscles!
Ladies Ripstop Shorts
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I love fun patterns on leg warmers!!
Adult 18 Inch Striped Dance Legwarmers | Capezio
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these dance booties help warm up your feet (& are worn by maybe professionals during bar work!)
Adult Warm Up Booties
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this is perfect as an easy-to-take-off layer :)
FlexTek Soft Princess Seam Jacket | FlexTek®
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I love the look of a t-shirt over a leotard!!
Kiera Boat Neck Deep V-Back T-Shirt | Bloch
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I love this for colder days in the studio!
Ladies Granada Reversible Sweater
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Ballet Flats

Ballet flats are essential for ballet class!

 
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Full-sole ballet flats are essential for beginners as it helps to strengthen the feet - these are the ones I have used and find them comfortable :)
Ladies Dansoft Leather Ballet Shoes
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These canvas split-soles are a great second pair of shoes, once your feet have been strengthened from the full-soles!
Ladies Performa Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoes
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These satin ballet flats are so adorable :,)
Ladies Debut 1 Satin Ballet Shoes
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Skirts

Skirts are non-essential but will help you feel like a true ballerina :,)

 
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a classic black wrap skirt!
Ladies Georgette Wrap Ballet Skirt
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I love the style of this pull-on skirt
Mesh High-Low Hem Skirt | Mirella
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love the mesh skirt as a mid length option!!
Longer Length High Low Pull On Skirt | Balera™
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for a more playful option I adore these floral skirts from Bloch :,)
Ladies Floral Printed Skirt
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Accessories

Some extra bits to complete your ballet journey!

 
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for perfecting that ballet bun :)
Hair Kit
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tights are a dance essential, and will make you feel just like a ballerina :,)
Ladies Footed Tights
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resistance bands are great for helping with strength & flexibility!
Flexiband
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a good dance bag is essential for travelling to and from dance classes!
Bloch Studio Dance Bag
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