The corset craze was only the very beginning. From the streets to our TikTok feeds, the balletcore aesthetic is everywhere. Luckily, this elevated take on athleisure is versatile and wearable—it works for everyone. There is no wrong way to engage with this trend. However, we’ve aggregated a few suggestions to keep in mind when masquerading as a ballet dancer:

  • You can use your imagination to turn any bodysuit into a leotard. Even if you were kicked out of dance class due to your lack of coordination in the third grade, you can still dress like a prima ballerina.
  • You don’t have to practice plies for hours a day, but you should consider watching Black Swan for inspo.
  • Prima Ballerinas look just as hot on the subway as they do out to dinner—you don’t have to be on your way to barre class to rock a stirrup legging.
  • You can hint at the femininity, form, and motion of ballet without quitting your day job—just consider a cardigan or wrap-top in lieu of a t-shirt this season.
  • In short, you don’t have to know how to plie, pirouette, or relever to own the look. We’ve rounded up the hottest tops, bodysuits, skirts, leggings, and accessories that will make you look like you’re on your way to Julliard.

    Balletcore Tops & Bodysuits

    You don’t have to sign up for ballet classes to get the look. Start with these bodysuits and wrap sweaters with a myriad of clean lines and pastel hues.

    Sheer Organza Bodysuit

    Long-Sleeved Bodysuit

    Wrap Front Bodysuit

    Shimmer Mesh Crop Top

    Beaufille Baes Bodysuit

    Balletcore Leggings & Skirts

    Fake it with your legs before you learn how to point your toes. From elevated tights to work-appropriate tutus, these are the ballerina-approved bottoms on our list.

    Max Tulle Satin Skirt

    Rio Stirrup Pant

    Nepala Crochet-knit Stirrup Leggings

    Asymmetric Tulle Midi Skirt

    Ruffled Tulle Maxi Skirt

    Balletcore Dresses & Jumpsuits

    Consider a one-piece that channels the energy of a prima ballerina, whether she’s curtsying at the finale or sweating at the next morning’s practice. Think: wrap skirts, tulle layers, and performance jumpsuits.

    Discipline Performance Jumpsuit

    Be Mine Mini Dress

    Mesh Rhinestone Cover Up Long Sleeve Dress

    Cut Out Turtleneck Jumpsuit

    Semblance Ruched Tulle Long-Sleeve Maxi Dress

    Off-White Fitted Zip-Up Maxi Dress

    Balletcore Accessories

    Finish off the ruffle bottoms and form-fitting tops with balletcore accessories to complete the look. Start with pointe shoes, pops of pastel, and elegant gold details.

    Uma Creamy Patent Flat

    Gina Ballet Flat

    Lottie ribbed-knit leg warmers

    Power Pinky Lavender Tourmaline Cabochon Ring

    Re-Nylon Re-Edition 2000 Mini Bag in Alabaster Pink

    Baby Coco 14k Gold & Diamond Bracelet