Pink Lemon dancewear is a firm favourite among Australian dancers. The brand delivers bold prints, reliable fabrics, and cuts that genuinely work for training. Whether you are shopping for yourself or your child, here is what you need to know before you buy.
Why Pink Lemon Dancewear Is Built for Training
Pink Lemon is designed specifically for dancers, not repurposed from general activewear. Every cut allows full range of movement through the hips, legs, and shoulders. Fabrics are moisture-wicking and hold their shape through repeated washes, which matters when you are training multiple days a week.
The prints are bold without being impractical. Colours stay vivid after washing, and the fabric weight sits in that useful middle ground: substantial enough to feel supportive, light enough not to restrict movement.
If you are still deciding whether Pink Lemon is the right fit for your training style, our Pink Lemon buying guide walks through how to match styles to different dance disciplines and training schedules.
Getting the Right Fit
Sizing is one of the most common questions we get about this brand. Pink Lemon sizing runs close to standard Australian dancewear sizing, but there are a few things worth knowing before you order.
Leotards and Crop Tops
- Leotards are cut with a high leg, so if your dancer prefers a lower leg line, size up.
- The fabric has good stretch recovery, so do not be tempted to size down thinking it will loosen over time.
- For children, check the brand's size chart against your child's height and chest measurement rather than relying on age alone.
- Crop tops and bralettes run true to size for most body types.
Shorts, Skirts and Pants
- Bike shorts and flared pants are cut generously through the seat and thighs, which suits dancers with athletic builds.
- Skirts and wrap styles have an adjustable tie, so fit is flexible across sizes.
- If you are between sizes, go up for bottoms and down for tops.
Which Styles Suit Which Dance Styles
Not every Pink Lemon piece works equally across all disciplines. Here is a practical guide to matching style to training.
- Ballet and contemporary: Stick to the brand's plainer block-colour leotards or soft wrap skirts. Bold prints can distract from line corrections in class.
- Jazz and hip hop: The printed bike shorts and cropped tanks are a strong choice. They hold up well to floor work and high-impact choreography.
- Acro and gymnastics: Look for the higher-neck styles with full back coverage. These provide better support through inversions and back flexibility work.
- Lyrical and contemporary: Flow skirts and wide-leg pants in the range complement the movement quality of these styles without restricting extension.
You can browse the full range of styles and prints across our Pink Lemon collection at Total Dance. Stock rotates seasonally, so checking back regularly is worth it if you have a specific print in mind.
Caring for Pink Lemon Dancewear
These garments are built to last, but wash care makes a real difference to how long prints and fabric stay in good condition.
- Cold machine wash or hand wash. Hot water breaks down lycra faster than anything else.
- Turn garments inside out before washing to protect print quality.
- Skip the dryer entirely. Line dry in the shade to preserve colour and elasticity.
- Do not wring or twist. Press gently between a towel to remove excess water.
- Avoid fabric softener. It coats the fibres and reduces the moisture-wicking performance of the fabric.
Practical Notes for Dance Parents
If you are buying for a child who is still growing, it is worth buying at the top of their current size range rather than the bottom. Pink Lemon's fabrics have enough stretch to accommodate a few centimetres of growth without the garment losing its shape or coverage.
For studio uniform requirements, check with your dance school before ordering. Some studios specify particular styles or colours, and Pink Lemon offers several plain colourway options that meet common uniform policies.
Labelling garments before they go to the studio is always a good idea. Dance bags have a way of mixing up quickly when every student is wearing the same brand.
For more detail on choosing between Pink Lemon's different fabric weights and style categories, the full Pink Lemon style guide covers each range in depth.
