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Condition & Sizing Guide
Everything you need to know about how we grade our costumes and how to find your perfect fit — so you can shop with total confidence.
Condition Labels
What our condition grades really mean
Every costume in our shop is carefully inspected by Alyson and Sophie before it's listed. We describe each piece honestly so you know exactly what you're getting — no surprises when it arrives.
Brand new, never worn, tags still attached
This costume has never been worn or performed in. Original tags are still attached. It's as good as buying new — just at a fraction of the price. A rare find!
Worn very minimally — looks and feels like new
May have been worn for one or two performances or a recital. No visible wear, no damage, no alterations. Rhinestones and embellishments are fully intact. You'd never know it wasn't new.
Gently used with minor signs of wear — stage ready
This costume has been worn for a competition season or recital. It's been well cared for and is absolutely ready to perform again. There may be very minor signs of wear that are only visible on close inspection — we'll always note any specifics in the product listing.
Minor things to expect may include: very slight fading, a small number of missing rhinestones, or light wear at the hem. Nothing that affects how it looks on stage.
Visible wear — great value for rehearsals or casual use
This costume shows more noticeable signs of wear from regular use. It's still a beautiful piece and great value — ideal for rehearsals, school performances, or bringing a specific character to life in a show where perfection isn't the priority. With small alterations or a little TLC, many Good condition pieces can be upgraded beautifully.
We'll always describe the specific wear in the product listing so there are no surprises. Photos will show any notable areas clearly.
Every costume is inspected by Alyson and Sophie before it's listed. We only list pieces we'd be happy to put our own dancer in.
Sizing Guide
Finding your perfect fit
Dance costume sizing can vary a lot between brands and styles — so we always recommend measuring first rather than going by age or standard clothing size. Here's how to get it right.
How to take your measurements
①
Chest / Bust
Measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape parallel to the floor. For children, measure with arms relaxed at their sides.
②
Waist
Measure around the natural waist — the narrowest part of the torso, usually just above the belly button. Keep the tape snug but not tight.
③
Hips
Measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat, usually about 7–9 inches below the natural waist. Keep feet together when measuring.
Children's Size Chart (measurements in inches)
| Size Label | Approx. Age | Chest | Waist | Hips | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toddler / 2T | 2 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 33–36" |
| Child XS / 4 | 3–4 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 39–42" |
| Child S / 6 | 5–6 | 25 | 23 | 26 | 43–46" |
| Child M / 8 | 7–8 | 27 | 24 | 28 | 47–50" |
| Child L / 10 | 9–10 | 29 | 25 | 30 | 51–54" |
| Child XL / 12 | 11–12 | 31 | 26 | 33 | 55–58" |
| Child XXL / 14 | 12–14 | 33 | 27 | 35 | 58–62" |
Adult Size Chart (measurements in inches)
| Size Label | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult XS | 32–33 | 25–26 | 35–36 |
| Adult S | 34–35 | 27–28 | 37–38 |
| Adult M | 36–37 | 29–30 | 39–40 |
| Adult L | 38–40 | 31–33 | 41–43 |
| Adult XL | 41–43 | 34–36 | 44–46 |
A note on dance costume sizing 🩰
Dance costumes are designed to fit close to the body and allow freedom of movement — they often run smaller than everyday clothing. If your measurements fall between two sizes, we generally recommend sizing up.
Every listing includes the size label as provided by the consignor. If you're unsure about fit on a specific piece, just email us — we're happy to take additional measurements from the garment itself.
Still not sure?
We're always happy to help you find the one
Can't find your size or have questions about a specific costume? Get in touch — or submit an ISO request and we'll search our full collection for you.