Figure Skating Apparel : What is it?
| Figure skating apparel usually consist of tight-fitting, flexible pants or leggings and equally tight-fitting top with short, long, or no sleeves at all. They usually are made from stretchable fabrics such as spandex.
Figure skating apparel are designed to be flexible to support the skater’s movement. These costumes also provide warmth and protection from scrapes or cuts in cases of falls or slips. |
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Kinds of Figure Skating Apparels include the following:Practice figure skating apparel
Figure skating apparel used for practice are simple tight-fitting clothes in plain designs and colors. Women usually wear short skirts with leggings for modesty and aesthetic appeal. Tights can be worn underneath the leggings for extra warmth.
Men generally wear tights and shirts fit enough to prevent too much wind resistance when skating at high speeds.
Competition figure skating apparel
Figure skating apparel for competitions are usually tailor-fitted. They can be heavily and elaborately designed with beads and sequins.
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Seams: Look for figure skating apparel with tightly woven seams. They should not rip easily. The seams are usually the first to give out when the clothes are stretched too much.
Glitters: If you want to be seen even from a distance, be sure to go for figure skating apparel with a lot of glitters and sequins. Make sure not to go overboard, though, as too much shine can take distract the audience and the judges.
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