#TrendTalk: National Dance Team Championship

Posted February 5, 2017

A dance costume or uniform is the very first impression a team makes as they run through the iconic Walt Disney World® castle to perform. The design and clean lines of a dance team’s costume helps them tell their routine’s story, and of course, stand out on stage.

Here are five top trends at the UDA National Dance Team Championship:

1.Fireworks Sequins

Teams are shining under the lights as they take the floor in their Fireworks Sequin dresses! As the dancers hit their turns, the sparkle just gets brighter! This has been one of the most popular show-stopping looks of the weekend in the pom and kick divisions.

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Linnmar dancer sparkles on stage at UDA Nationals.

2. Low Bow

ACCESSORY TREND ALERT! Rhinestone bows are pairing perfectly with a sleek hair bun! This look adds excitement to a team’s look without distracting from their facials and expression.

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Low Bows are a hot trend this season in cheer and dance.

3. Rhinestone Braiding

What better way to accentuate your technique than add an extra line of stones to catch the light with each skill?! Dancers pride themselves in their ability to synchronize their form and body lines…the rhinestone braiding has certainly added extra attention this weekend!

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Rhinestone accents help every moment sparkle on stage.

4. Keyhole cut-outs:

Keyhole and shoulder cutouts add unique looks to clean long sleeves! Teams from every division are sporting this up and coming look!

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Keyhole cutouts give an edgy touch to classic uniforms.

5. Holographic Poms

White holographic Rainbow poms are the most beautiful accessory hitting the stage this weekend. With a colorful reflective shine, these poms transmit the tones of each unique surrounding uniform to compliment the uniform.
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Holographic poms add a touch of fashion to every move.

Which designs have caught your eye at NDTC? Tell us @VarsityFashions with the tag #TrendTalk!

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