Street dance covers many styles with unique character. Clothing should be comfortable, functional, and stylish to express personality. Tips on outfits and footwear.
Street dance is a universal term for many styles that fall under one category.
Each style has its own character and subtypes. The dance is characterized by quick, impulsive transitions from energetic moves to smooth ones. They say that in street dance, the soul relaxes, and the body moves on its own. The philosophy of the dance involves a desire to express yourself and stand your ground.
To express yourself, it's not enough to just move to the beat; you need your own personal style, which your clothes can say a lot about.
Dancewear is meant to highlight the mood of the dance and put your image in the spotlight. Street dance clothing is not only comfortable but also particularly vibrant.
It's best to choose clothing that meets three criteria:
— comfort;
— functionality;
— style.
Comfort is the main condition for choosing street dance clothing; it shouldn't restrict the dancer's movements.
If your clothing makes any moves difficult, it's not for you. The main materials used for sewing Hip-Hop style clothing are denim, velour, knitwear, fleece, and nylon. These fabrics are durable and elastic.
Supporters of street dance can be recognized by their loose, oversized clothes.
Some combinations look very flattering for street dance, for example, wide pants and a fitted top, or tapered pants and a loose top (oversized t-shirt). You can also consider a combination of two upper items worn one over the other, like a tank top and a top, or a t-shirt and a top.
Originality is also achieved through various prints and inscriptions. You can even choose a top with sleeves of different colors. On the head, wear a cap, bandana, or another headband. A complete look is created by matching each clothing element to a single style.
Today, capri pants with ankle cuffs and a wide elastic waistband are becoming popular.
Shoes should fit your size exactly; don't wear someone else's sneakers. You should feel that the shoes fit snugly without squeezing your feet. You should be comfortable moving and making quick moves. Due to many jumps, it's better to choose shoes with good cushioning.
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