Bold colour, foiled velvet and swirling tie-dye patterns. The Tie-Dye Deluxe Dancewear Collection is built for Australian girls who want to stand out in the studio and feel great while they move. Every piece is cut and sewn in Pink Lemon's own Melbourne factory, so the fit and finish are exactly where they need to be.
This guide covers the three hero pieces in the range, how to choose the right size, what the fabric actually feels like, and how to care for it so it lasts through rehearsals, concerts and everything in between.
What Makes the Tie-Dye Deluxe Dancewear Collection Different
Most dancewear is printed or screen-printed. The Tie-Dye Deluxe range uses genuine tie-dye patterning combined with foiled velvet panels, so no two pieces look exactly alike. The colours are vivid and stay vivid after washing.
Because everything is made in Pink Lemon's Melbourne factory, the team controls every step of production. Seams are reinforced at stress points. Fabric tension is checked before cutting. Sizing is consistent across the range, which matters a lot when you are ordering online without trying pieces on first.
If you want to see the full range before reading further, browse the Tie-Dye Deluxe pieces here and come back to this guide for sizing and care advice.
The Three Hero Pieces and How to Wear Them
The Tie-Dye Deluxe Leotard
The leotard is the centrepiece of the collection. It features a sweetheart neckline, foiled velvet front panel and a low scoop back that allows a full range of movement. The body fabric is a soft, moisture-wicking lycra blend that moves with the dancer rather than against her.
It works on its own for ballet and contemporary, or paired with a skirt or bike shorts for jazz and acro. The foiling does not crack or peel with normal wear and washing.
The Tie-Dye Deluxe Bike Shorts
These sit high on the waist with a flat waistband that does not dig in during floor work. The tie-dye patterning runs through the full leg, so they coordinate with the leotard without being an exact match. That makes mixing pieces easy across different classes or rehearsal days.
The Tie-Dye Deluxe Skirt
A pull-on style with a mesh overlay that catches the light on stage. The waistband is soft and wide, so it stays in place through turns and jumps. It layers neatly over the leotard or the bike shorts.
Sizing Guide for Australian Dance Girls
Pink Lemon sizes run true to Australian dancewear conventions. For leotards, measure your dancer's height and chest. If she is between sizes, size up. The lycra has enough stretch to accommodate growth, but a leotard that is too small will restrict movement and cause discomfort during long rehearsals.
- Size 4 suits approximately 3 to 4 years, 92 to 104 cm tall
- Size 6 suits approximately 5 to 6 years, 104 to 116 cm tall
- Size 8 suits approximately 7 to 8 years, 116 to 128 cm tall
- Size 10 suits approximately 9 to 10 years, 128 to 140 cm tall
- Size 12 suits approximately 11 to 12 years, 140 to 152 cm tall
- Size 14 suits approximately 13 to 14 years, 152 to 164 cm tall
Bike shorts and skirts follow the same size chart. If your dancer is between sizes in the skirt, the pull-on waistband gives a little extra flexibility.
You can also check the full Tie-Dye Deluxe collection buying guide for additional fit notes and fabric details before you order.
Fabric Feel and Performance
The main fabric is a four-way stretch lycra blend. It is soft against skin, holds its shape across a full dance class and does not bag out at the knees or seat after repeated wear. The moisture-wicking finish pulls sweat away from the body, which keeps dancers comfortable through back-to-back classes.
The foiled velvet panels are smooth on the outside and soft on the inside. They are not stiff or scratchy. Dancers can wear this collection for long rehearsal days without irritation.
The tie-dye patterning is colourfast. Wash it correctly (see below) and the swirling colours stay bright through an entire concert season.
How to Care for Tie-Dye Deluxe Pieces
Proper care keeps the fabric, foiling and colour looking their best for longer. Follow these steps after every wear.
- Rinse in cold water immediately after class to remove sweat and chlorine if your dancer does any cross-training in the pool
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, inside out
- Use a mild, liquid detergent with no bleach
- Wash foiled velvet pieces in a mesh laundry bag to protect the finish
- Never tumble dry. Lay flat or hang to dry away from direct sunlight
- Do not iron the foiled panels directly. Use a pressing cloth on low heat if needed for the lycra sections only
Storing pieces flat or rolled rather than folded on a sharp crease also helps the foiling stay smooth between wears.
Ready to Order
The Tie-Dye Deluxe range is a strong choice for studio wear, eisteddfod season and concert costumes. The quality is consistent, the sizing is reliable and the colours photograph beautifully under stage lighting.
Free shipping applies to qualifying Australian orders. Shop the full Tie-Dye Deluxe range and pick the pieces that suit your dancer's style and schedule.
