The Ballet Leotard
Women's Ballet Leotard: FRDuval Eisa - Ballerina: Areti Noti
Ah those leotards!
We find children's bodysuits sweet and cute for little children with all their pink shades.
Ballet leotards on teenage girls in darker colors start to become stricter and on seniors in lace they turn into their couture version.
The same dance teaching tool is expressed through different variations to cover the different stages of its learning.
With so many variations of them, it's reasonable to wonder if they still serve the purpose they were created for, or if they've simply begun to succumb to fashion trends as well.
So, if there was anyone who could give us a word on this subject, it could be none other than a National Opera dancer who has access to what we call an infinite number of leotards and has worn everything.
We asked Areti Noti, a member of the National Opera's Corps de Ballet, about leotards, what, in her opinion, is most important for them and of course what is the perfect leotard.
How many years have you been dancing?
I started ballet lessons at a young age, and to this day I am captivated by the magic of dance.
You have what we call infinite bodies. Which ones do you stand out and why?
I think that I single out, first of all, those that at first glance stimulate my aesthetics and clearly apply nicely to my body.
What is more important to a leotard, the fit or the look?
As I answered before, I always pay attention to both. But if I had to choose between the two, I'd go for the fitted one.
Do you think a leotard can inspire you and improve your performance?
Of course, this also plays its part. Depending on its color... Because color also emits a certain mood, so it is an important factor in performance as well.
What should every ballerina know when choosing her next leotard?
The occasion for which she will wear it and what aura she can give off wearing it.
Sleeveless, strappy, sleeved, cotton or lace bodysuit? What elements should combine the perfect ballet leotard for you?
As I mentioned above, depending on the occasion I would prefer sleeveless or cotton etc. In my opinion, the perfect bodysuit is the one that I will wear and that won't wear me.
Many thanks to Areti for her answers and time!
You can follow Areti at aretinoti .