DANCEWEAR CENTRAL
TAPPERS AND POINTERS ALTERNATIVE PRODUCTS
It’s always disappointing to see brands in our space unable to continue trading,so we were sad to hear of the closure of Tappers and Pointers recently. This is particularly true in this case, as we are both British companies based here in the North West. We wish the owners and staff the very best in future ventures. Since the closure, we’ve been contacted by a number of Tappers and Pointers customers looking for products similar to certain products of theirs. So we’ve compiled this list of Tappers and Pointers alternatives... Read More
06/03/2024
WHAT TO WEAR UNDERNEATH YOUR POINTE SHOES
With so many options out there for what to wear to keep your toes comfy and blister-free in your pointe shoes, I have compiled my top 3 products available at Dancewear Central that I have tried and tested. Each providing something slightly different to suit individual preferences. As dancers we spend so much of our time on our toes, so for me comfort is the most important thing when making your decision on what to use. You want whatever you’re wearing to feel snug but not too tight, mould to your feet... Read More
14/02/2024
POINTE SHOES – A BEGINNER’S GUIDE
As an online retailer we do not advise young dancers or dancers new to pointe purchasing their pointe shoes online. Pointe shoes should be professionally fitted by a trained pointe shoe fitter- contact your local dance retailer to book your pointe shoe fitting, your ballet teacher should be able to recommend a professional fitter. This is true for all dancers new to pointe, as well as younger dancers whose feet are continuously growing. Once a dancer’s feet stop growing and they have become accustomed to a certain brand and style... Read More
09/02/2024
HOW TO PREPARE FOR A BALLET AUDITION
Ballet auditions are a necessary part of any dancers’ career. From auditions for junior associate programmes through to auditions for professional ballet companies, every dancer will have to audition at some point in their lives if they wish to become a professional. You might experience feelings of anticipation, nerves, self-doubt and excitement when preparing for auditions, and it’s important to remember that all of these are perfectly normal and experienced by dancers of all levels. There are many aspects of an audition that you can’t control, such as the exercises... Read More
16/11/2023
IMPERFECT POINTES – A SUSTAINABLE BRAND
At Dancewear Central we are passionate about developing our specialist collections and we have a desire to introduce more sustainable products and brands to our eco-friendly department. We are thrilled to welcome Imperfect Pointes to the Dancewear Central family. Imperfect Pointes started out in 2020 and was the brain-child of owner Helen Banks. Born from her frustration at the lack of dancewear brands focusing on sustainability, Helen has three main aims for her company: Inclusion and Diversity– to create a place where everyone who loves ballet can feel included. Sustainability–... Read More
08/11/2023
CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR YOGA, STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
Most of us love the build up to Christmas, but if the gift buying falls to you every year it can be overwhelming. Strength and conditioning is imperative to dancers and our range of accessories are perfectly suited to help develop and further their dance journey. We also have our range of DWC yoga accessories which can be used by dancers and yogis alike! We have included our favourites from the range below. Dancewear Central Foam Yoga Block Price: £5.95 This gorgeous lilac shade foam block is a perfect addition... Read More
08/11/2023
THE BEST CHRISTMAS GIFTS AND STOCKING FILLERS FOR DANCERS
Tis the season to be jolly, so the song says. But we’re not going to lie. Sometimes we find Christmas shopping a little tricky. What do you get for the person who has everything? Well, we’ve got you covered with the best gift ideas and stocking fillers for the dancers in your life. Our Christmas 2023 range is packed full of wonderful products at a whole range of price points, so let’s dive right in. Stocking Fillers for Dancers – £10 and Under Whether it’s a budget Secret Santa or... Read More
16/10/2023
HOW TO ADJUST YOUR BALLET WAIST BELT
Feeling comfortable when you’re training or performing in ballet is incredibly important. We know that and that’s why we focus on dancewear that’s always designed for style, comfort and function. But getting the perfect fit with some accessories and garments might require a little adjusting. And this is certainly the case with ballet waist belts. So in this video, our resident qualified ballet teacher, Johanna Hadley, talked us through the process: Let’s walk you through it step by step. Why Adjust Your Ballet Wait Belt? Ballet waist belts typically come... Read More
10/10/2023
HOW TO SEW CROSSED ELASTIC ON A BALLET SHOE
In this tutorial, Johanna Hadley (a fully qualified ballet teacher with the Imperial Society of teacher of Dancing) shows us how to sew crossed elastic on a soft ballet shoe. To get started, you’re going to need: Here’s the full tutorial and a text summary below: Why Crossed Elastic? Crossed elastic is much more than just an aesthetic choice. It also helps to ensure that the heel of the shoe stays on the foot properly. How to Sew Crossed Elastic How you get started will depend upon the shoes you’re... Read More
05/09/2023
WE ASKED AI TO GENERATE DANCERS FROM 23 COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD…
…and the results were breathtaking. AI image generation has come a really long way over the last year or so. We decided to put it to the test using Midjourney. Midjourney is what is known as a “generative AI programme,” that produces images. In plain English, what that means is that Midjourney can create images from instructions you type up and provide it. Those instructions, or “prompts,” can be as simple or as complex as you like. Once you’ve given your prompt, Midjourney will try to create an image that... Read More
