{"product_id":"dellalo-penelope-bc-lace-ballet-leotard","title":"PENELOPE BC • Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard, Delicate Lace Detailing","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e .dw-wear-benefit-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin: 16px 0 14px; } .dw-wear-benefit-card { background: #FBFBFB; border: 1px solid #E8E8E8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 22px; } .dw-wear-benefit-card p { margin: 0; } .dw-wear-benefit-card p + p { margin-top: 10px; } .dw-wear-profile { background: #FBFBFB; border: 1px solid #E8E8E8; border-radius: 8px; padding: 28px 32px; margin: 14px 0 10px; } .dw-wear-profile h2 { margin-top: 0; } .dw-wear-row { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: flex-start; gap: 28px; padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px dotted #E3E3E3; } .dw-wear-row:last-child { border-bottom: none; } .dw-wear-label { flex: 0 0 120px; font-weight: 600; } .dw-wear-value { flex: 1; color: #5F5F5F; text-align: right; } @media (max-width: 767px) { .dw-wear-benefit-grid { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr)); gap: 10px; } .dw-wear-benefit-card { padding: 17px; } .dw-wear-profile { padding: 22px 18px; } .dw-wear-row { display: block; } .dw-wear-label, .dw-wear-value { display: block; } .dw-wear-value { margin-top: 6px; text-align: left; } } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRomance, Drawn with a Clean Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDellaLo Milano Penelope BC lace ballet leotard\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs a square neckline with above-the-elbow floral lace sleeves, a lace-covered upper bodice and a sleek Italian performance body. Available in Acqua, Rose and Black, this elegant half-sleeve leotard moves easily between ballet class, rehearsal, auditions and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDellaLo Milano Penelope BC, Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard – Design \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenelope is shaped around a beautifully clear square neckline at the front and back. Fine piping traces its edges, sharpening the soft lace and drawing attention towards the collarbones, shoulders and upper back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloral lace covers the upper bodice and continues into fitted sleeves that finish just above the elbow. A defined seam beneath the bust contains the decorative section neatly, allowing the lower torso to remain smooth and uninterrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe close stretch body follows the dancer’s line without the weight of a heavily structured leotard. There is no conventional full front or back lining; instead, the layered upper bodice provides additional coverage where the lace overlaps the underlying fabric, while the sleeves remain intentionally sheer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach colour gives the same design a different character. \u003cstrong\u003eAcqua feels fresh and airy, Rose is soft and romantic, while Black makes the floral lace more graphic and dramatically defined.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Dancers Love the DellaLo Penelope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-benefit-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-benefit-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Square Neckline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide angular neckline frames the collarbones beautifully and creates a poised, open upper line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-benefit-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayered Floral Lace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicate lace gives the upper bodice rich texture while the fabric beneath provides greater coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-benefit-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbove-Elbow Sleeves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted lace sleeves add elegance and arm definition without covering or restricting the lower arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-benefit-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree Distinct Moods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose fresh Acqua, romantic Rose or timeless Black without changing Penelope’s refined silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-profile\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDellaLo Penelope BC Wear Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eFit\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eClose and slim through the torso, with a precise Italian fit and fitted above-elbow sleeves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eFeel\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eLight and smooth through the body, with more texture and slightly less stretch through the floral lace\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eCompression\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eGood – the stretch body provides a close performance hold without feeling heavily sculpted\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eGood – the close fit and layered upper bodice feel secure, without a shelf bra, cups or padding\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eCoverage\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eModerate to good – strongest through the layered bodice and in Black; lace sleeves are sheer and lighter colours may reveal more body definition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eMovement\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eVery good – the stretch body and above-elbow sleeve length support free movement, although the lace feels firmer than the main fabric\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-label\"\u003eLining\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dw-wear-value\"\u003eNo conventional front or back lining; the lace-covered upper bodice benefits from an additional fabric layer beneath\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Dance World Wear Profile highlights how each design fits, feels and functions in the studio. This profile reflects the DellaLo Milano Penelope BC across its three stocked colourways; coverage and visual sheerness may vary by colour.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudio Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenelope feels decorative without becoming fussy. The square neckline remains visually stable through port de bras, while the defined lace panel gives the upper body enough detail to stand out at the barre or in an audition setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above-elbow sleeves are particularly effective: they create a longer continuous line from shoulder to forearm while leaving the elbows and lower arms free. The result is feminine and polished, but still practical enough for regular class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌸 The Lace-Frame Effect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clever part of Penelope is where its lace stops. By containing the floral detail above the high bodice seam, DellaLo creates a delicate frame around the neckline and shoulders while leaving the waist and lower torso completely clean. It gives the leotard personality without disguising the dancer’s line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDance World Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The floral lace offers less stretch than the main body fabric. If you are between sizes, have a longer torso or prefer more room around the shoulders and upper arms, the larger size is usually the more comfortable starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DellaLo","offers":[{"title":"Acqua \/ S","offer_id":51558714573182,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ACQ143","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Acqua \/ M","offer_id":51558714737022,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ACQ149","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Acqua \/ L","offer_id":51558714769790,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ACQ151","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rose \/ S","offer_id":51558714638718,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ROS143","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Rose \/ M","offer_id":51558714671486,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ROS149","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rose \/ L","offer_id":51558714835326,"sku":"LELSLADW0021ROS151","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ S","offer_id":51558714605950,"sku":"LELSLADW0021BLK143","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ M","offer_id":51558714704254,"sku":"LELSLADW0021BLK149","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ L","offer_id":51558714802558,"sku":"LELSLADW0021BLK151","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/3969\/6188\/files\/penelope_blue.jpg?v=1767719264","url":"https:\/\/danceworld-ie.live\/products\/dellalo-penelope-bc-lace-ballet-leotard","provider":"Dance World Europe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}