Ballet Fundamentals Dress Code

At Philadelphia Dance Theatre, our dress code creates a focused, respectful environment that honors the traditions of dance. Wearing a uniform helps young dancers understand discipline and community while minimizing distractions and comparisons. When all dancers wear proper attire, teachers can better observe alignment and technique, supporting safe and effective instruction.

Importantly, the dress code also serves as the costume for the June Showcase performance. This means families do not need to purchase additional recital costumes, which helps limit extra expenses and simplifies preparation. The same uniform worn in class is worn on stage—making it both practical and economical.

Dress code must be observed at all times.

Girls

  • Black Level Leotard

    Eurotard Pinch-front camisole leotard

  • Pink or skin tone tights

    Dancers are welcome to wear Pink or Skin tone tights.

    Tights should be clean, without holes, and pulled down around feet.

  • Black Ballet slippers

    Eurotard Assemblé Ballet Slipper

    Students may wear any brand of black ballet slippers that are split sole, canvas, and do not have drawstrings

    • Ballet: Hair must be neatly secured in a ballet bun. 

    • No bun = no ballet. Dancers who do not arrive with the appropriate hairstyle for class will be asked to observe.

    • Dancers with dreads or other natural or protective hairstyles should secure their hair away from the face so it does not become a distraction during class.

    • We recommend that dancers keep a small hair kit in their dance bag with essentials such as bobby pins, hair ties, a hair net, and a brush or comb for quick touch-ups before class.

  • Sizing Guidance

    • View the Eurotard Sizing Chart Here

    • Dancewear sizing differs from everyday clothing. We recommend visiting Dress 2 Dance in Glenside, PA to try on dress code items before purchasing.

    • Eurotard ballet slippers: Manufacturer recommends ordering 1–2 sizes larger than your dancer's street shoe size.

Boys

PDT’s dress code is supplied by Eurotard and can be purchased directly from the links below, or in person at Dress 2 Dance in Glenside, PA.


Please clearly label all dance wear and shoes to prevent loss.

Uniforms should be purchased within two weeks of registration and must be worn for all classes throughout the year and the June Showcase Performance.