Maya Gracia Dance What to Wear

What to Wear:

Women/Girls

Emphasizing modesty, Spanish dance attire should not distract the audience with "sexiness". Rather, the attire is assembled to be a complement to the dancer's poise, femininity, strength and technique while allowing the sophisticated choreography to be facilitated.

Wear a calf or ankle length, fluid skirt that is fitted at the waist but has lots of volume at the hem. It can be solid colored or patterned with stripes, flowers or dots. Loose-fitting (wide-legged) fluid pants are also suitable. Tight yoga pants and leggings are only suitable when worn under a skirt.
A solid-colored, leotard (bras are a must) with tank-style, short or long sleeves. A close-fitting knit top is also suitable. (No spaghetti straps/excessive cleavage, bare midriffs or halter tops, please. These styles mal-function during the expressive, powerful dance postures)
Hair pulled back to expose face and neck. We encourage you to accessorize “Spanish-style” with festive jewelry, a flower in your hair and a hip scarf/shawl, if you wish.
A supportive shoe (Mary Jane, ankle boot or lace-up oxford) with a hard sole and a hard heel, 1 - 2 ½” high. (no rubber soles, please) A character shoe is a good first choice until you acquire authentic Flamenco shoes. Flamenco shoes are recommended as they are designed to deliver the best sound and comfort while executing the footwork techniques.

Men/Boys

A solid-colored fitted shirt with short or long sleeves. A close- fitting tee shirt is also suitable.
A dark pair of trousers that allow ease of movement. (no blue jeans, please)
We encourage you to accessorize “Spanish-style” with a vest over your shirt and a kerchief, if you wish.
A supportive shoe (loafer, boot or lace-up oxford) with a hard sole and a hard heel, 1 - 1 3/4” high. (no rubber soles, please) A dress boot or cowboy boot is a good first choice until you acquire authentic Flamenco boots.

East Coast sources for Flamenco Shoes, Boots, Castanets and Clothing:

www.backbaydancewear.com

www.nydancedancestore.com

www.lands-faraway.com

www.taconesylunares.com

www.livingflamenco.blogspot.com