Designing Custom Costumes for Ballet North Texas’s Performance of Concerto Barocco

Designing Custom Costumes for Ballet North Texas’s Performance of Concerto Barocco

At AK Dancewear, we love to support our community and share our vision. Whether it is with a professional company or a local school, we are always committed to doing the most for the dance...
A Dancer’s Guide to Finding the Leotard Style That Feels Like You

A Dancer’s Guide to Finding the Leotard Style That Feels Like You

From camisole straps to mock necks, small design details can change how a leotard frames a dancer’s lines - and how it feels to wear. AK intern and Oregon Ballet Theatre trainee Veronica Turner explores...
The Story Continues: Inside the 5th Annual AK Fall Dancers Event

The Story Continues: Inside the 5th Annual AK Fall Dancers Event

33 dancers. Two unforgettable days. One community brought together by ballet. Go behind the scenes of AK Dancewear’s 5th Annual Fall Dancers Event—from an inspiring masterclass and original dance film to our 2027 calendar shoot,...
AK Backstage:  Dancer Career Questions with AK Artist Ayaka 

AK Backstage: Dancer Career Questions with AK Artist Ayaka 

AK Artist, Ayaka, is a freelance dancer and teacher based in New York City. She started dancing when she was three years old, following her older sister. “When I was about 10 or 12 I...
AK Fall '25 Dancers Event - Austin, TX Edition

AK Fall '25 Dancers Event - Austin, TX Edition

For the past four years, AK Dancewear has proudly hosted our annual Fall Dancers Event — a tradition that brings dancers together from across the country to learn, create, connect, and celebrate the artistry that...
What is a compressive leotard? And Should Dancers Care?

What is a compressive leotard? And Should Dancers Care?

If you’ve spent any time in the dance world, you’ve probably seen the rise of compression everything — leggings, tops, sleeves, socks, even full‑body suits. Fitness brands talk about improved circulation, faster recovery, and better...
AK Backstage: Starting the new year with Confidence

AK Backstage: Starting the new year with Confidence

Lisa is one of our AK Team members. Here are some of her tips of how to start your new year strong and confident. Reflect from Past Year and Prepare for the New Year Start...
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Motleyville Launch Party & 7th Anniversary Celebration

On November 18, AK Dancewear celebrated its 7th anniversary with the exciting release of Motleyville, a colorful, character-driven world created to uplift and include every dancer. During the event, Alina Khoo, the owner of AK...
3 Fall Outfit Inspiration with Lila

3 Fall Outfit Inspiration with Lila

Fall is here, and now is the time to get inspired by the season and chill in the air. I want to showcase some of my favorite pieces from AK Dancewear that are perfect for...