Balletcore is the new social media aesthetic to take over the fashion world this year. Wrap skirts, ballet flats, and leg warmers are back in style, but this time, they aren’t restricted to ballerinas. The balletcore aesthetic revisits popular ballerina styles such as leotards, tights, and tulle skirts in a more wearable style for everyday use. Pair a simple wrap sweater with a pair of joggers, and you have a balletcore look!
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What Is Balletcore?
Balletcore is a girly Internet aesthetic inspired by ballerinas and their clothing. W Magazine credits the interest in ballet-inspired style to recent fashion collections from brands such as Simone Rocha and Zara and the popularity of athleisure thanks to the pandemic.
Where Can I Buy Balletcore Clothing?
Balletcore clothing is easy to find since it consists of relatively casual, feminine pieces. You can purchase pieces from authentic ballerina stores such as Capezio, Discount Dance, Dance Wear, Danskin, or everyday clothing brands like Asos, Zara, Amazon, Lulus, Serpenti Apparel, H&M, Sugar Thrillz, Shein, etc. I would recommend searching up specific pieces, such as “pink wrap sweater,” for example.
Balletcore Aesthetic Essentials
1. Wrap Sweaters
Layer a cozy wrap sweater over a bodysuit or leotard for a classic ballerina look.
2. Leotards/Bodysuits
Wear a leotard or a bodysuit for the foundation of your outfit to channel the everyday ballerina look.
3.Wrap Skirts
Add a wrap skirt over your leotard or bodysuit for a feminine ballerina touch.
4. Slip Dress
Choose a satin slip dress for a chic balletcore outfit you can wear for a night out or to a fancy event.
5. Bustier Tops
Style a bustier top with a wrap skirt and a pair of flats for a girly outfit.
6. Leggings
Wear a pair of leggings, either a basic pair or a ballerina style, for a comfortable and casual outfit.
7. Joggers
Throw on a pair of joggers to keep cozy and look like an off-duty ballerina.
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8. Flared Leggings
Choose comfort by wearing a pair of flared leggings with your favorite cozy wrap sweater for a casual ballerina look.
9. Chunky Sweaters
Add a loose, chunky sweater over your leotard and wrap skirt for a comfortable layer.
10. Lace Tank Tops
Wear a lace tank top instead of a bodysuit or leotard for a fancier and more modern balletcore look.
11. Leg Warmers
Nail the ballerina off-duty look with a pair of leg warmers styled over your tights.
12. Tights
Tights are a staple piece in any balletcore wardrobe. Layer a wrap skirt, sweater, or bodysuit over them for the perfect ballerina look.
13. Frilly Socks
Add a pair of frilly socks to your outfit for the ultimate girly touch.
14. Bows
Add a level of femininity to your balletcore outfit with a girly bow or hair accessory.
15. Scrunchies
Secure your ballerina bun out of your face with a feminine scrunchie.
16. Ballet Flats
Instantly dress like a ballerina with a pair of ballet flats. Pair them with your favorite satin dress or leggings.
17. Mary Janes
Dress up and modernize your balletcore outfit with a pair of classy Mary Janes in pink, white or black.
18. Uggs
Change into a pair of comfortable Ugg boots after a long day of ballet, or easily pull off the ballerina warm-up look with these boots.
19. Jewelry (Ribbons and Pearls)
Accessorize your balletcore outfit with a simple strand of pearls, a classical pearl choker, or a feminine ribbon choker for a dainty detail.
Have fun building your balletcore wardrobe! I hope you find this shopping guide helpful. 🙂
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