Taking Care of Costumes – Dos and Don’ts 2026

There’s nothing else quite like a brand new dance costume. For many dancers, wearing a costume brings out the confidence and artistry they’ve been working on in class. Because dance costumes are made from specialty fabrics, they can’t be treated like regular clothes.  Taking care of costumes is simple if you keep these Dos and Don’ts in mind:

• Do  find a safe place at home to keep the costume. 

• Do keep tutus from Creative Movement/Combo/Ballet classes upside down on a hanger, unless otherwise specified by your child’s teacher.  This helps keep the tutu in the correct shape. Watch a video here.

• Don’t allow playtime in the costume.  If something spills on it, it rips, or gets misplaced, it may be too late to purchase a new one. In the event that we can order a new one, the price increases.

• Don’t allow your child to eat messy foods or drink anything but water when wearing the costume for photos or the performance. 

• Don’t forget that costumes are made-to-order but not custom-made. Small alterations (such as tacking straps) may be needed to ensure the fit is just right.  This is very easy to do and your dancers’ teacher can give you some pointers.

• Do make sure the costume is ready to go when needed!  Make sure it is not crumpled, missing anything, and ready to bring/wear to picture day and the performance.

If you are concerned about the fit of your dancers costume, bring it to the attention of the front desk immediately.

information referenced from Classic Image Dance