Although buying dance costumes online is second nature for some people, for others it is quite outrageous. What you must be aware of is the varying ways of buying costumes online and the DOs and DON’Ts that come with each. You can choose to save money by using technology to avoid travelling to buy from your favourite designer, by patronising sellers that operate exclusively online. Here are points to note when buying dance costumes online.
Custom make;
Never send the picture of another seller’s dress as a sample for an exact copy. Ensure that you send your own specific and exact measurements. The designer will certainly produce your costume based on received information even if it is unclear. Nobody will clarify if you mix any measurements. The costume will just come like that. With that said, the costume fits perfectly when the sent measurements are exact.
Options;
A costume store online can send you one with stones or just a fabric you can later stone. This shows you might be getting a garment that was not originally made for dancing. The quality of such garments can be quite good and it relates to the price. Just buy from trusted quality sellers with clear exchange and return policies. Scrutinise the ad model very well as, if your body type is different, the fit and look will also differ.
Rent or Pre-owned;
There are online costume sellers that rent, sell pre-owned garments. Depending on exchange and return policies, most of them will send you several options to try on. This can be a good backup especially when looking for something for a specific event. The picture and descriptions that were sent to you may not always be clear. Renting is a great option for artists that easily get bored with their appearance. Even some movie costumes have been known to be rented especially when it involves large quantities.
