as a dance teacher, i spend long hours on my feet dancing with my students. this list is a curated selection of all of the clothing, hydration, and shoe essentials as someone who has tried *almost* everything
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tops
pants
bags
hydration
shoes
tops
my absolute favorite vest to keep my muscles warm in the studio, especially on chilly days!
Wunder Puff 600-Down-Fill Cropped Vest | Women's Coats & Jackets
tons of stretch and super flattering! a great layering piece
Momentum Seamless Top | Athleta
super light terry material, perfect for layering and doesn’t hold onto sweat
Shop Women's Crew Neck Sweatshirts
my favorite tank top to throw on under other layers for dance class
lululemon Align™ Tank Top *Light Support, A/B Cup
my favorite baggy graphic tees for class
Baguette v1 Tee
super lightweight and breathable! love that the black color doesn’t show sweat
FITS EVERYBODY T-SHIRT | ONYX
pants
there’s a reason these are a classic! waistband that doesn’t roll down, super supportive, and not see through
Women's Wunder Under Leggings
another classic!! super versatile and helps to keep the muscles warm
Women's Dance Studio Pants
super insulating to keep the muscles warm! great alternative to the dance studio pants
Parachute Pants | UNIQLO US
my favorite cargo pants! i love using the big pockets to hold my phone while im teaching
Women's Wide Leg Cargo Pants | Athleta
bags
great size and fits my laptop, shoes, and water bottle!
Zip Duck Bags
LOVE this bag!! so easy to clean and fits everything i need for class
Large Nylon Crescent Bag
hydration
i like the 40 oz version of this bottle! not messy and doesn’t spill if it tips over in the studio
FreeSip® Water Bottle
my favorite electrolytes to help up my hydration on days when I’m feeling under the weather or when I don’t drink enough water!
Cotton Candy Hydration Multiplier®
shoes
most comfortable shoes for teaching! i can wear them up to 8 hours while teaching on my feet with no discomfort
Bondi Road Running Shoes: Walking & Everyday
socks with amazing compression and arch support! helps my arches not get so fatigued during a long dancing day