Figure skating suit

Figure skating is a special sport in which the aesthetic component plays an important role. Athletes perform at championships not in standard uniforms, but in beautiful, unique costumes.

Skater costumes are usually made of stretch fabric. They are devoid of shoulder straps that can slip off the shoulder at the most inopportune moment. Clothing should be as light as possible, otherwise it will be very problematic to perform some elements. A high-quality suit allows air to pass through well, and also removes moisture. In addition, you need to choose a fabric that has antibacterial properties and does not cause allergies when it comes into contact with the body.

The skater spends a lot of time on the ice, so his body must be protected from hypothermia. Tracksuits have excellent thermal insulation properties. In addition, high-quality thermal underwear will not interfere with the athlete.

It is also necessary to remember about the aesthetic qualities of the skater's costume. Even if it's just a workout, a velvet outfit decorated with rhinestones is guaranteed to add confidence in your abilities. And at the final performance, an unusual cut, beautiful embroidery, sparkles, asymmetric patterns will favorably distinguish you from competitors and attract the attention of spectators and judges. However, there are some limitations regarding the appearance of the skater's costume. He should not excessively expose his body, because this is still a sports form.

An interesting fact - in addition to general recommendations, there are clearly defined rules regarding clothing for figure skating. So, for example, male athletes are prohibited from performing in leggings, their clothes must have sleeves. A woman must wear a skirt. In addition, skaters' costumes at performances as well as at the awards ceremony may not display any logos.

If even in the recent past, the costumes of skaters were a kind of faceless uniform that did not reflect the nature of the music, then the modern the skater's equipment is high-tech and is at a high aesthetic level, therefore it is recommended to purchase it in specialized stores.

Mesh models simulate a naked body, thanks to optical effects, they allow you to model a more ideal figure... However, this fabric needs to be used wisely - otherwise it can look like saggy skin and ruin the whole experience.

At first glance, a skater's costume seems monotonous, always consisting of a skirt and a leotard. But it's deceiving - each the skirt is unique and always creates an exciting new look. They are sewn, as a rule, from light chiffon or, again, stretch mesh (at a distance, it perfectly imitates chiffon).

Usually, outfits are decorated with rhinestones, and mainly branded jewelry of a certain size range is used. The number of stones is limited, because the dress cannot weigh too much. In this regard, their competent location is important - they should seem more than they really are.

As for pair skating, the athletes' equipment is usually in harmony in color. Protruding, slippery or scratching details that can interfere with the performance of paired elements are unacceptable on the partner's dress.

Figure skating kits are available not only for men and women, but also for children. Let's dwell on the set for the girl.

Young skaters in training are usually dressed in special dresses. (in the form of a short skirt with tights), wrap-around sweaters, tight leggings, leggings or tights. Children's models, like adults, are sewn from elastic materials. Such a suit gives the trainer the opportunity to notice various flaws in the performance of the elements.

A girl practicing at an indoor skating rink should not be wrapped up unnecessarily, but at the same time, hypothermia should not be allowed. If the child has just started to train, you do not need to buy professional equipment right away, but the first time to work out in a warmed tracksuit with a sweater pushed on and ordinary tights. If necessary, you can throw on top of a light jacket or vest.

During training, gloves or mittens are required, and let the child grab several pairs. Since wool options get wet quickly, waterproof puffy gloves are the best solution. Children's fingers will not freeze in them. If desired, parents can purchase special thermal gloves for their daughter that drain excess moisture. Often such products have an anti-slip coating.

Wear thermal socks on the girl's legs; in their absence, thin woolen socks worn over tights will do. Remember to take off your socks and tights at the end of your workout.

As for the demonstration performances and competitions, the costume of the girl figure skater does not differ from the adult model. But there is a special ethic, according to which it is indecent if an overly expensive dress is worn on a novice athlete who is still not skating perfectly.

Training kits includes tight pants or overalls for men. Women's options are bodysuits, dresses, T-shirts, skirts. Finally, athletes can wear stretch track suits. Both men and women need thermal underwear. Also, a thin jacket or a puffy vest should always be at hand (if the athlete needs to sit and rest for some time). A comfortable thermal band is usually used as a headdress for skaters.

It should be noted that training clothes are always more restrained in design, than fancy performance costumes. As a rule, these are monochromatic things with a minimal amount of decor (or no decor at all).

Among the companies engaged in tailoring clothing for skaters, there are both foreign (European and American) and domestic manufacturers... Among the foreign companies, we will name the firms Mondor and Danskin. Luxury manufacturers are Italian brands Sagester, Karisma.

The specialized tights of Mondor are known all over the world. These are products of various densities (thinner ones are intended for performances, thicker ones, on a cotton basis - for training). There are models combined with shoe covers that do not have a foot, etc. Mondor tights are made of high-strength threads with a light water-repellent effect.

Russian skaters' outfit manufacturers also manufacture products to high standards using the latest equipment. Models for young skaters are cut according to special patterns, taking into account the peculiarities of the child's figure. As a result, children's outfits fit perfectly, do not rub the delicate skin and give full scope for movement.

Modern costumes for skaters are made in bright saturated colors. Their shades become more sophisticated. For example, pink is presented in an unbroken shade of mango. The herbal version of light green is relevant.

In general, there is a steady trend towards elegant simplicity, although there is also glamor. Classic skater costumes are always in vogue - after all, they personify the very essence of this beautiful sport.

Images of animals are in great demand as a figurative filling of an outfit in suits. This is especially true for children's options. Such equipment always makes an impression on the audience.

Often there are, again, children's costumes in the form of fairy-tale heroes or characters from popular cartoons, both goodies and villains.

As for adult outfits, athletes, as a rule, choose costumes that match the style of the musical genre. (be it classic or rock and roll). Images that convey the spirit of a certain time (for example, dudes) are popular.