THE BACKGROUND DANCER

Fashion Episodes

Anything that helps embellish the dancer through the art of design. Here, we explore Costumes, Photography/Videography, Apparel, Trends and. Modelling and setting up Agencies!
June 16, 2024

Dance of Costume Design | Rike Zöllner

Costumes, costumes, costumes... they are everywhere, aren't they? From festive occasions to theatrical performances and even on the silver screen in movies. Whilst studying dance, I was always captivated by the costume design...

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June 2, 2024

Tailoring a Dancewear Venture | Sandra Meynier Kang

As a dancer, have you ever wondered about the significance of the clothes on your back? For most, the selection of brands and gear is a deliberate choice, a conscious decision shaping their dance journey. A notable name in t...

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Sept. 19, 2021

Fashion: The Untold Secret of a Dance Model | Ema Steindl

How does modelling help dancers perform better? And does one necessarily have to be 'beautiful' to pursue such a career? The fashion industry has progressed massively from the days of archetypal body types and facial features...

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Sept. 5, 2021

Fashion: Photography Beyond the Image | Szabina Biro

How much does fashion influence dance and vice versa? Does dance photography differ from commercial fashion photography? The truth is, the dancer and the dancing body offers a model unlike any other, as the physical architect...

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