Ballet Costume
Bring grace and elegance to life in a classic ballerina look.
The ballet dancer is a timeless costume choice that celebrates the grace, athleticism, and artistry of classical dance. Perfect for Halloween, dance recitals, or themed parties, this look instantly evokes the magic of performances like Swan Lake or The Nutcracker. The ensemble centers around a classic tutu, a sleek leotard, and delicate pink ballet slippers.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Ballet costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Ballet costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Classic Leotard
A fitted, sleeveless or short-sleeved spandex leotard in light pink, white, or black.
DIY: Use a tight-fitting tank top or a solid-colored one-piece swimsuit.
Tulle Tutu
A multi-layered tulle skirt, either a stiff classical platter style or a soft, flowing romantic style.
DIY: Tie strips of pink tulle around an elastic waistband until full and fluffy.
Opaque Tights
Footed or transition dance tights in matte pale pink or white.
DIY: Use standard opaque pink or white fashion tights.
Ballet Slippers
Soft canvas or leather ballet flats in pink, complete with satin ankle ribbons.
DIY: Wear pink satin flat shoes and sew pink satin ribbons to the sides to wrap around your ankles.
Hair Bun Maker
A mesh donut bun maker to help secure a perfectly smooth, high ballerina bun.
DIY: Roll up a clean sock with the toe cut off to create a DIY bun donut.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Ballet costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the pale pink or white opaque dance tights first.
- 2
Step into the fitted leotard and pull it up, ensuring a smooth, snug fit.
- 3
Pull the tulle tutu skirt over your waist, positioning it securely over the leotard.
- 4
Put on the ballet slippers, cross the satin ribbons over your ankles, wrap them around, and tie them in a neat bow on the inside of the ankle.
- 5
Style your hair into a high, slicked-back bun using hair gel and bobby pins to secure any flyaways.
Makeup & hair
Pull hair into a tight, slicked-back high bun. Apply elegant stage makeup with soft pink eyeshadow, winged black eyeliner, rosy pink blush, and a classic pink or red lipstick.
Ballet for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a male ballet dancer in a white tunic and black tights, or a theater director with a clipboard.
- group
- Go as a corps de ballet in matching white tutus, mimicking the swans from Swan Lake.
- kids
- A soft, stretchy pink tutu dress with glittery ballet flats for comfort.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted, wide-band tulle skirt paired with a supportive, wide-strap black or pink bodysuit.
- pet
- A lightweight pink tulle collar or mini tutu that slips comfortably over a dog's collar.
Tips
- If walking outdoors, wear pink flats or sneakers instead of real ballet slippers to protect your feet and the shoes.
- Wear a nude seamless bra or body liner under your leotard for extra coverage and support.
- To fluff up a packaged tutu, hang it in a steamy bathroom or gently steam the tulle layers.
- Carry a light cardigan or wrap sweater if you expect cold weather, as leotards offer little warmth.
Ballet costume FAQ
- What do you wear under a ballet costume?
- Dancers typically wear specialized seamless nude underwear or a nude body stocking underneath their tights and leotard to keep lines invisible.
- Can I wear real pointe shoes for a costume?
- It is not recommended to wear real pointe shoes unless you are trained, as they can cause injury. Soft canvas ballet slippers are much safer and more comfortable.
- How do I make a DIY tutu?
- You can make a no-sew tutu by cutting strips of tulle and tying them using slip knots around a piece of elastic cut to your waist size.
Did you know? The romantic tutu, which is longer and made of flowing tulle, was introduced in 1832 by Marie Taglioni in the ballet La Sylphide to show off her delicate footwork.