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Ippolita High-Waisted Knit Ballet Shorts • 5577

€29,00 EUR

Cotton-blend ballet warm-up shorts, featuring a braided knit pattern, an elasticated mid-to-high waistband and comfortable leg openings.

Braided Knit
Elastic Waist
Soft Feel

Color: Burgundy

Intermezzo Ippolita High-Waisted Knit Ballet Shorts • 5577

Size

S M

Average Fit Rating

Snug Loose

Size & Fit Advice

Ippolita is designed for a comfortable fit, with an elasticated waist and ease around the leg openings. Start with your waist and hip measurements and the relevant Intermezzo size guide, allowing room for the leotard and tights you intend to wear underneath.

The waistband should sit comfortably without digging in. Its mid-to-high position will vary with your torso length and body proportions.

The knit should follow the hips without pulling tightly across the seat. Try a plié and a gentle knee lift to check comfort through the hips and upper thighs.

Elastic at the waist provides give; choose a size that also fits comfortably through the hips. If you are between sizes and prefer more room for layering, consider the larger size after checking the size guide.

At a Glance

• Intermezzo Ippolita ballet warm-up shorts.
• Part of the Studio Collection.
• 50% cotton, 50% polyester.
• Textured braided cable-knit pattern across the front and back.
• High-waisted design with an elasticated mid-to-high waistband.
• Comfortable fit designed for ease of movement.
• Short legs with small side openings at the hems.
• Soft coverage around the hips and upper thighs.
• Pull-on layer over a leotard and tights.
• Style reference: 5577.

Materials & Construction

50% cotton, 50% polyester.

Soft cotton-blend knit with a raised braided pattern, combining cable details and contrasting stitches. The textured construction gives the shorts a traditional knitwear appearance and a tactile finish.

An elasticated waistband adds flexibility at the waist. The short silhouette provides a knitted layer around the hips and upper thighs over your dancewear.

Care information

Follow the garment’s care label for the washing method, water temperature and any drying or ironing restrictions.

General guidance for caring for the knit:

When washing is permitted, use a mild detergent and wash with similar colours.
Avoid wringing or stretching the wet fabric.
Gently reshape and dry flat, subject to the garment’s care instructions.
Store folded to help preserve the shape.

Intermezzo Size & Fit Advice

Intermezzo dancewear is designed for a close, streamlined dance fit. Use your actual body measurements rather than everyday clothing size wherever possible. For leotards and other one-piece garments, girth is particularly important because it reflects the full length of the torso.

Ladies Dancewear

Intermezzo Ladies Garments Size Chart

Compare chest, waist, hips and girth to find your recommended Intermezzo women's dancewear size.

Size	Chest	Waist	Hips	Girth
XS	76–81 cm 30–32"	56–63 cm 22–26"	84–89 cm 33–35"	132–140 cm 52–55"
S	82–87 cm 32–34"	62–69 cm 24–27"	89–94 cm 35–37"	140–148 cm 55–58"
M	88–91 cm 34–36"	68–73 cm 26–29"	94–99 cm 37–39"	148–155 cm 58–61"
L	92–98 cm 36–38"	72–79 cm 28–31"	99–105 cm 39–41"	156–160 cm 61–63"
XL	99–105 cm 38–42"	78–87 cm 30–34"	105–110 cm 41–43"	159–165 cm 62–65"

Dance World Tip

For Intermezzo leotards, prioritise girth if your measurements point to different sizes. A dancer may fit one size through the chest and waist but need the next size for comfortable torso length. If you are between sizes, the larger size is usually the better starting point.

Dance World Measuring Guide

How to Measure for Intermezzo Dancewear

Measure over underwear or close-fitting clothing using a flexible tape measure. Stand naturally and keep the tape comfortably against the body without pulling it tight.

Girth

Key Measurement

Using a flexible tape measure, start at the centre of one shoulder. Bring the tape down the front of the torso, through the crotch and back up to the same shoulder, creating one complete loop.

Keep the tape comfortably close to the body without pulling it tight. For Intermezzo leotards, girth is especially important when deciding between two sizes.

Chest

Measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape straight and level around the body without compressing it.

Waist

Measure around the natural waist, usually the narrowest part of the torso. Keep the tape level and comfortably close to the body.

Hips

Measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat while standing naturally. Keep the tape level all the way around.

Height

Stand straight without shoes, with feet flat on the floor, and measure from the floor to the top of the head.

Height is not part of Intermezzo's women's garment size table, but it is useful when considering overall proportions and whether a dancer may need more length through the torso.

Intermezzo Fit Guidance

Intermezzo women's dancewear runs from XS through XL in the brand's main size guide, although individual styles may be offered in a smaller size range. Leotards should fit closely without restricting movement. Designs using lace, flocked tulle, mesh or structured neckline details can feel slightly different from simpler stretch styles, so use girth as the main reference and follow any product-specific Dance World fit advice where provided.

Dance World Fit Note Intermezzo size charts and Dance World sizing recommendations are intended as a guide only. Fit may vary depending on body proportions, torso length, garment construction, fabric, stretch and personal preference. If measurements fall between sizes, the larger size is usually the more comfortable starting point.

Best For - Ballet warm-ups • Barre • Rehearsal breaks • Cotton-blend layering • Dancers who love textured knitwear

Description

Braided Ballet Knitwear with a Familiar Studio Feel

The Intermezzo Ippolita 5577 high-waisted ballet warm-up shorts combine a textured braided knit with an elasticated waistband and a comfortable fit. Made from 50% cotton and 50% polyester, these cable-knit dance shorts belong to the Studio Collection, bringing soft coverage around the hips and upper thighs for warm-ups, barre and rehearsal breaks.

Intermezzo Ippolita Knitted Warm-Up Shorts – Design & Performance

The braided knit pattern runs through the front and back, combining raised cable details with contrasting knitted stitches. This gives Ippolita its distinctive texture and brings a traditional knitwear finish to a simple ballet warm-up shape.

An elasticated mid-to-high waistband provides a flexible fit around the waist. The pull-on construction makes the shorts easy to layer over your leotard and tights, while the soft cotton-blend knit is designed for comfort and ease of movement.

The short leg length and small side openings at the hems give the silhouette an easy finish around the upper thighs. The knees and lower legs remain visible as you move through class preparation. Braided texture supplies the detail, leaving the overall shape simple to combine with a cropped sweater, shrug or crossover wrap.

Why Dancers Love the Ippolita Ballet Warm-Up Shorts

A Familiar Studio Ritual

Soft knitted layers bring a little comfort to getting ready, finding your place and beginning at the barre.

Texture Makes the Outfit

The braided pattern adds character to a plain leotard, making a simple warm-up combination feel considered.

Ready Over Your Classwear

The elasticated pull-on waist makes it easy to add a layer over the leotard and tights you already have on.

Keep Your Leg Line Visible

The short cut leaves your knees and lower legs in view while adding coverage around the hips and upper thighs.

Intermezzo Ippolita Warm-Up Shorts Wear Profile

Fit Regular – comfortable through the hips, with an elasticated mid-to-high waist and softly shaped leg openings

Feel Soft – cotton-blend knit with raised braided detailing and a tactile surface

Warmth Light to Moderate – cosy knitted coverage focused around the hips and upper thighs

Weight Light to Moderate – compact shorts with a raised, softly structured knit

Movement Good – comfortable knit construction and easy leg openings support bends and pliés

Layering Excellent – pulls on over leotards and tights and pairs easily with knitted tops and wraps

Adjustability Limited – the elasticated waistband provides give, with no ties or drawcord to alter the fit

The Dance World Wear Profile highlights how each warm-up layer fits, feels and functions in the studio. This profile reflects the Intermezzo Ippolita 5577 specifically; individual fit and feel may vary.

Studio Experience – Soft Knit for the Start of Class

Ippolita fits into the familiar rhythm of preparing for ballet: adding a soft layer over your leotard, settling the waistband and moving through your first warm-up exercises. The braided knit gives the outfit texture, while the short shape keeps the lower legs visible. Add a favourite wrap for coverage through the upper body, then keep the shorts ready for rehearsal pauses and the next session at the barre.

Who Are the Ippolita Ballet Warm-Up Shorts Best For?

Ippolita suits dancers who enjoy classic knitted warm-ups with decorative texture, prefer an elasticated waist and want comfortable coverage around the hips and upper thighs. They are a useful addition to ballet class and rehearsal wardrobes, particularly if you like to build a coordinated look from simple leotards and soft knitted separates.

Product Highlight – Studio Collection, Braided Character

♡ Ballet Tradition, Braided In

Part of the Intermezzo Studio Collection, Ippolita draws on the familiar comfort of traditional ballet knitwear. The raised braids give these shorts their character, adding depth to the fabric while keeping the shape easy to wear over class essentials. It is a small detail that can make a whole warm-up outfit feel complete.

Soft cotton-blend comfort, an elasticated waist and braided texture for your ballet routine.

Dance World Tip: Pair Ippolita with a plain leotard to let the braided pattern stand out, or add a textured knitted top for a coordinated studio look.

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About Intermezzo Brand

About Intermezzo - Premium Dancewear, Warm-Up Wear & Ballet Essentials

Founded in Barcelona, Spain, Intermezzo has been creating premium dancewear since 1927, earning a worldwide reputation for exceptional quality, timeless design and technical innovation. Designed and manufactured in Spain, Intermezzo combines traditional craftsmanship with modern performance fabrics to produce elegant dancewear trusted by dancers, teachers and professional companies around the world.

Renowned for its iconic legwarmers, stylish ballet leotards, warm-up knitwear and dance essentials, Intermezzo offers a complete collection for ballet, contemporary, jazz, ballroom and many other dance styles. Every garment is carefully designed to provide exceptional comfort, freedom of movement and lasting durability, helping dancers perform with confidence both in the studio and on stage. Combining European craftsmanship with contemporary style, Intermezzo continues to be one of the world's leading dancewear brands.

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