In the vibrant world of dance, every movement tells a story and every dancer’s journey is unique. For Global Majority dancers, finding undergarments that seamlessly blend with their skin tone has been a longstanding challenge, and the need for inclusive dancewear has never been more apparent. The frustration of not being able to find appropriate undergarments that match your skin tone can completely undermine confidence and be incredibly disheartening, ultimately hindering performance.Â
The Dance Support Belt is a game-changer, designed to celebrate and embrace diversity, empowering dancers of every shade. Shades Dancewear is here to drive the transformative shift towards diversity and inclusion for the landscape of dance attire.Â
Unlike traditional dance belts that often come in limited shades (such as nude, tan and beige) our Dance Support Belt boasts a comprehensive range of Shades so that every dancer can find their perfect match. Our four Shades – Bojangles, Raven, Ailey and Pearl – honour the trailblazing contributions of dance pioneers from the Global Majority.Â
The Dance Support Belt is an essential garment designed to provide unparalleled support with its soft stretch cotton, wide elasticated waistband and front double-layer pouch. Whether you’re rehearsing in the studio or performing under the spotlight, the Dance Support Belt ensures that you can move with grace and confidence, unencumbered by discomfort or distraction.Â
Shades Dancewear is more than just a dancewear brand. Shades Dancewear is a testament to the power of representation and the importance of diversity within the dance industry and community. Through embracing dancers of all shades, Shades Dancewear is reshaping the narrative of dance attire, challenging outdated norms and championing change for future generations. Beauty knows no bounds and true artistry thrives in diversity.Â
We each have a responsibility to advocate for change, especially where change is long overdue. Through embracing your ethnicity and sourcing appropriate skin-toned dancewear, we not only enhance our performance but contribute to a more diverse and welcoming dance community for generations to come. We can pave the path towards a more diverse and inclusive future in dancewear, where every dancer feels seen, valued and empowered.Â
So, let’s take a stand – or rather, a pirouette – for diversity and inclusion in dance. Let’s celebrate the beauty of diversity and the power of inclusion, both on and off the stage. We are united by our passion for movement and our commitment to change.Â
Embrace your ethnicity and retain your identity when you shop with Shades Dancewear. #IGOTMYSHADE
Our Dance Support Belts are available in Bojangles, Raven, Ailey and Pearl shades in sizes ranging from 10-11 years for younger children to Extra Large for adults.Â
You can browse our entire range of Shades Dancewear available in all four shades of skin tone too!Â
