This leotard is definitely one of my favorites!  I wear it all the time and I have friends always asking to borrow it!  The square neckline is flattering on everyone i know who has it and it is very good quality!My only drawback is that when you sweat the fabric starts to feel a little weird and slick so this leotard would not be the best for partnering.  Other than that I definitely recommend this leotard to anyone who is looking to get it! 

I have this in a medium and in the color black.  I have more of a gymnast build and more muscular arms and shoulders and I weigh 127lb and I'm 5' 3" and it fits a little tight on my arms because of that.  But I love the back and I get lots of compliments of it!  I don't get too hot it in.  It fits tight enough in the bust area where I don't need to wear a sports bra and it has extra fabric in that area and its nice.  I would recommend this!  I love it! 

This leo is beautiful, flattering, and comfortable, but not at all durable.  I would not recommend this for anything that requires rolling on the floor, props, aerials, etc.  The back ripped in the first 45 minutes of my aerial fabrics practice.  I was planning to wear it for a performance, but not now. 

stop looking at reviews and add this to your cart! 

by: tokotwo - 02/04/2016

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Seriously.  Stop what your doing and buy this.  I've been wanting a 3/4 length sleeved leo for awhile now, and the moment I saw this one I knew it was it for me.  I was a little trepidatious at first because I usually have a problem with leotards fitting my strange measurements, especially when they have sleeves.  For reference, I'm 5'8, with 35" hip, 24" waist, 32" bust, and a crazy 62" girth.  But I went ahead and ordered a medium and this leo exceeded my fitting expectations and slides on like a glove. 
It's comfortable in the arms with the perfect amount of stretch and no gaping whatsoever.  The mesh back inserts are gorgeous, and stay flush with my skin no matter what I'm doing; in my book, that fact alone earns it an A++.  Every single time I wear this leo I get compliments on it, which in turn, makes my confidence boost and my dancing better knowing I have a well fitting, extremely comfortable, and flattering leotard on! 

Nice leotard, but awkward fit

by: catherine12 - 07/02/2015

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The fabric and durability of this leotard are wonderful, as well as the design.  Unfortunately, the fit of it is quite awkward.  It was tight in the shoulders and pulled at the crotch.  It wasn't fitted in the back, the was a big gap between the actual leotard and my skin.  But that's coming from someone who weighs 95 pounds and is 5'6.  Just be careful of the fitting for this one. 

Beautiful and durable

by: BurlyQ - 06/09/2015

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I bought this leotard to use for performance trapeze.  It is a little short in the girth and was a little tight in the shoulder (which makes the upper arm slightly uncomfortable), but it loosened up to conform to my body after about 30 minutes of use.  Despite loosening up, the leotard has not sprung out and remains fitted.  The fabric is very durable and the stitching for the panels is very well done and also durable -- very important for the grippy nature of the trapeze bar and ropes.  The leotard is beautiful on.  As a curvy lady, it is still possible to wear a nude bra or bralette under the leotard without ruining the beauty of the mesh back. 

Beautiful and flattering

by: beachy81 - 08/18/2014

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I love the look of the leo.  As other reviewers have said, the leg is cut a little higher so it does flatter the leg line.  I am 5'2", 110lbs with a large bust and I normally wear medium, occasionally small.  After reading the reviews and finding most people thought it ran small, I decided to go with a medium. The medium was way too long and baggy in the crotch.  I exchanged for a small and the fit is perfect.  It is pretty comfortable, and fits well across the chest and arms.  My only complaint about this leo is the mesh stripes in the back go down so low that the waistband of my tights is almost impossible to hide - even when I roll the waistband down it always ends up showing through the mesh. 

ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!!!! 

by: danceforlife2097 - 06/04/2014

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this is one of my newer leotards and out of the 7 i ordered it is by far my favorite!  it has held up well already through twoo weeks of 8 hour a day practices!  I'm so excited about it still!  it washes easily and if u lay it out to dry will hold up longer and soften up!  the higher cut in the legs was unnesisary for me since I'm 5'11 104lbs but keep in mind that it will make your legs look longer if you are shorter!  overall it fit well looked good and functioned as required for a professional dancer

Very pretty... Nt very comfy

by: ZipperProblems - 06/03/2014

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I get lots of compliments on this leo when I wear it... Unfortunately that's not often.  The material is really thick and that makes the fit tight and uncomfortable.  It's also really shiny because it's so thick.  ANd warning: this leo is super hot, even in the winter.  I love the way the back looks, but I hate how tight the arms are and how hot I get in this. 

Beautiful, but wish it was cotton. 

by: ZiaL - 05/13/2014

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I bought this leo for a costume in an aerial act, as I needed sleeves to protect from burns.  It's beautiful, flattering, and fits reasonably well (the legs are cut higher than I'd like, and like many things not cut for aerialists, it's tight in the shoulders/arms). 
The only other thing I'd change is that I wish it was a cotton leo.  There are only two very plain, low-back options for cotton long-sleeve leos on DDS and other dancewear sites.  For me that means it doesn't really protect against burns (the heat transfers through the nylon and burns anyway), and it doesn't wick away sweat quite as well so you get smelly a lot faster. 

Beautiful and unique

by: aerialistbw - 04/16/2014

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Based on the size chart, I ordered a large.  I am 5'8" 125lb and am an aerialist, so my shoulders and upper back are more muscled than the rest of my body.  The leotard fits my shoulders and arms perfectly, and the length is good, but the waist was very baggy.  I needed it for a performance, so I paid a seamstress to take it in for me.  She ended up taking it in about an inch on each side seam from the armpit to the hip.  I wish I would have purchased a size medium, but I'm not sure it would have fit my shoulders comfortably.  It fits beautifully after alteration.  The material is durable and comfortable, and I receive compliments each time I wear it.  I especially like that the cut is modest, with a lot of coverage at the neck and seat, but the mesh back inserts make it a little sexy without showing too much. 

Very sleek and pretty

by: Emzizzle - 02/06/2014

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This leotard is by far my favorite!  the mesh is not itchy and the material is smooth.  People say that t is hard to get into but it really isn't.  the sleeves can be a little tight with the elastic but you get used to it.  The only other thing I found odd was that the crotch area seemed baggy.  Other than that this leo is super pretty and very figure complimenting! 

Pretty but not durable

by: Gret - 12/18/2013

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I loved this when I saw it online and me and a friend both purchased it.  It fit me like a glove and looked very beautiful on the back.  However after only one time using it already had rips in the seems on the arm.  And after every use it has more rips in it.  So if your up for some sewing this leotard is perfect but if not i would not recommend it. 

Hesitant-but I got over it

by: catherinedanae - 10/22/2013

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So I loved how this leo looked online, and so I read the reviews because I found them to be helpful when choosing a size on other purchases.  So many reviews said that the suit was difficult to put on that I began to become hesitant when it came to choosing this leo.  Well, I am glad I bought it.  It is no harder to put on than any other long sleeve leotard.  Honestly, I don't know what all the fuss was about.  The only thing I noticed, and I think another reviewer noticed as well was it is a little tight at the leg openings.  I am 122 lbs and 5 ft 3 and I purchased a medium, I think it fits well.  The tighter legs are not big enough of an issue for me to return the suit or tell others not to buy it. 

strange fit

by: joyofdance - 10/11/2013

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I really wanted to like this leotard.  Unfortunately, not only is it extremely hard to get on (as others mentioned), but once it's on, the butt and crotch area are too big.  I'm 5'2" and 95 lbs, and I ordered the small.  If I had ordered a smaller size, I don't think I would have been able to get into it, because the neck opening isn't very big.  However, the back is gorgeous, and it feels well-made.  I'm sad to have to send it back. 

Beautiful leotard! 

by: Marigold - 09/29/2013

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I am 5' 4" and 130 lbs.  I am big busted, bought the large, and it fit well.  I hadn't bought a leo in years so I don't know if that means the sizes run small.  It does take a little longer to take on and off but it is stunning.  I would recommend buying this leo for its beautiful back.  Someone younger and slimmer would probably not have a problem getting in and out of it.  For me,cotton is more comfortable and I have already ordered and received the "Natalie" and LOVE it!  This was my first time ordering from Discount Dance but their impressive customer service has already made a loyal customer of me and I have ordered other items that I am happy with. 

Love this! 

by: JAnonymous - 09/28/2013

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This leotard is very pretty and flattering.  I bought the large because other reviewers said the mesh made it hard to get in and out of.  I had a swimsuit kind of like this once before and it too was difficult to put on.  Maybe it runs a little big.  I had no trouble at all quickly putting on/taking off.  Shelf bra is a little thin, but I don't have much in that region so I think I'll be ok.  The mesh stripe in the back hits right where my bra would go...too bad the stripes don't account for that.  Can't wait to wear this to class! 

Pretty!  Runs small(ish)

by: AvaSF - 09/26/2013

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Very pretty in the back and I like the square neckline in the front.  Slightly tricky to get into it - the top neckline and sleeves are a little snug.  Once it's on - it fits good, just have to wiggle a bit to get there. 

Stylish

by: Lena517 - 09/01/2013

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It's very stylish and comfortable.  It's also one of my most favorite leotards.  Mostly because I love mesh leotards.  I was worried that the mesh would rip but so far its been almost 6 months and the condition is still good. 

Beautiful leo, just one problem

by: DancingGoddess - 06/12/2013

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The neckline is a small one, and so getting into this leo is challenging.  If you need to do quick changes or only a very short time to use the bathroom, this leo won't work for you.  If you don't mind spending twice as long getting into this leo as you'd need for others, then you'll probably love this one.  I have the time when I have classes, and really love this leo.  More so than many others, it goes from class to street very easily.  Toss some jeans over it and you're good to go. 
This goes for all leos with mesh (I am a professional designer and so have an insider's view on these fabrics): The mesh is a bit itchy at first, but softens as you wash it.  many fabrics, especially ones that shift a lot when sewing, have something called "sizing" in them that stiffens them to make them easier to sew.  This is why you can buy a paid of jeans from a store and they're stiff, and suddenly soft after that first washing and remain soft.  Companies don't wash it out on their own because it both takes more time, plus the crispness helps a product display better in stores.  So don't worry about the itch.  Just watch this leo a couple times.  Also especially because of the mesh make sure to hang dry or lay flat to dry.  A hot dryer will dry out the spandex in the mesh more than in solid fabric and make it easy to tear. 

so beautiful! 

by: mamadancer77 - 05/22/2013

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I love this leo!!!!!  I originally saw this one on one of my students and I immediately fell in love with the design.  It is very beautiful, both front and back!  I like how it is shaped in the neck line, which I did not see so well on the pictures in the catalog.  My only con would be that it feels that the size of this particular leo might run a tad smaller than others by the same brand.... So it is not very easy to put on, well, for me anyway.  When in doubt, order a size up ;)

Elegant and BEAUTIFUL! 

by: ZoeBalletShoes - 04/10/2013

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I LOVE this leotard, it is so cute!  I got so many complimants the first time I wore this to dance!  I wore this to my competition and to my classes and I'm super happy!  The mesh material is just a little itchy but it's easy to forget about.  Overall, one of my favorite leotard.  I recommend it! 

Super Cute! 

by: Nutcrazy - 03/23/2013

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Omg I love this leo!  It's super cute and it's super fun to dance in.  Also I am obsessed with the shoe bunheads on abc family and one of the guest stars, who also won so you think you can dance, named Jeanine Mason wore this leo on the show!  Also it is really nice for long classes in the winter.  This is a great buy and I would recommend this leo to every dancer. 

I love this leo! 

by: Caley - 02/17/2013

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I use this leotard for my ballet classes I have twice week.  I always get plenty of complements on it.  Im 5'9 145 lbs.  with a long torso It fits perfectly!  The back is dramatic and revealing without being trashy or tacky.  the neckline is extremely flattering and supportive so if you have a smaller bust like me don't worry about having to wear a bra!  I would absolutely recommend this to any mature dancer. 

Great Leotard but kind of itchy! 

by: dani27 - 01/24/2013

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I really love this leotard!  The neckline is gorgeous, and very flattering!  The back is also very beautiful and unique!  The only problem with the leotard is that the mesh part of the leotard gets kind of itchy.  But it isn't too bad and it's easy to ignore!  All in all, the leotard is fantastic! 

My Favorite Leo

by: LiaLover - 01/20/2013

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I have ordered many leotards from discount dance and this one is by far my favorite.  It has a very flattering neckline that isn't too low or too high.  The fabric is very comfortable and doesn't show sweat too much.  The leg cut is pretty but I wish the leg line were a little bit higher.  The back is really pretty, but my only complaint is that a tiny hole started in the mesh after a few wearings.  Overall, a really pretty leotard and i would buy it again. 

Size XL for tall person? 

by: Kylara (12/21/2013 - Toronto, On, Canada) Age: 25 to 34

The size chart says this leotard comes in an XL and the girth measurement for the XL would fit me best (tall/long torso).  Will DDS carry the XL at some point?  It is very annoying to try to find leotards for a tall but thin dancer (length, not width). 

Because we offer other items in size XL for Natalie, this size is included in the size chart.  However, this item is only available up to a size L. If you would like assistance finding something comparable that is available in an XL, please contact Customer Service.- DDS Customer Service (12/23/2013)

This was awhile ago, bu if you still have trouble finding the right fit I can help!  I am about 5'9" and 100 pounds.  I usually order smalls or mediums.  If the comments say it runs small ill order medium and it it says it runs large , ill order small.  Hope this helps! -  Dancer717 (09/15/2014)

What material is it? 

Has anyone received this? 

by: AprilW (11/09/2012 - Florida) Age: 35 to 44

We ordered this leo the DAY we first saw it on the website, but it's still in backorder.  Has anyone received it? 

We have received these and most of the backorders have been shipped or will be early next week, you can call customer service at 1-800-470-1664 to check on your backorder for this item- DDS Customer Service (11/09/2012)

I have received it over a week ago.  Worth the wait!!! -  Unicorn (11/14/2012)