What Do I Wear Latin Dancing?

attire bachata salsa Dec 27, 2020

This is a common and great question that comes up when going out Latin dancing the first time! We remember our first time so we are here to give you a few tips to help you out and save you some of the embarrassment we felt! While there probably could be a book written on this topic (maybe there is) we want to give you the quick and short answers. Any kind of Latin dancing such as Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and more is pure cardio so you will sweat! Even if it is winter outside it will feel like summer inside.

So here are a few Do’s and Don’ts:

LADIES:

Do:

Do wear tank tops, short sleeves, active shorts under dresses
Clothes that are comfortable, lightweight, flowy, breathable, stretchy
Leggings, skinny jeans, shorts, rompers
Shoes that are flat or low heel, at least 1 strap, soft soles for spinning
Dance around to make sure outfit stays in place

Don’t:

Wear clothing that will ride up
Tube tops or strapless dresses
Clothing that may show sweat
Restrictive sleeves or clothing
Super high heels, flip flops, sling backs, slip on, sneakers

GENTLEMAN:

Do:

Wear shirts that are lightweight, short or long sleeve
T-shirts are okay if in good taste
White or black won’t show sweat stains
Extra shirts if you sweat and a towel
Jeans or dress slacks
Shorts (if Day party)

Don’t:

Wear tank tops or sleeveless shirts
Athletic or sweatpants
No shorts (if Night party)
Shoes that grip such as sneakers or flip flops (casual or dress shoes okay)

It goes without saying to pay attention to hygiene so a little perfume, body spray and gum doesn’t hurt! These are just a few guidelines to help you make your way on the dance floor. The key is to learn and have fun because as we say “Dance Makes Life Better!” See you on the dance floor soon and make sure to say hello to us and ask us to dance!

- Alvin & Helena

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