DellaLo | SKU: LEDELDE3045NERS

DAFNE GL Nero • Ballet Leotard, Golden Label Embroidered Dance Leotard

€195,00 EUR

A luxurious Italian ballet leotard featuring embroidered stretch tulle, elegant cap sleeves, and a graceful pinched V-back.

Embroidered Stretch Tulle
Breathable
Four-Way Stretch

Color: Nero

DAFNE GL Nero • Ballet Leotard, Golden Label Embroidered Dance Leotard

Size

XS S M L

Average Fit Rating

Snug Loose

Size & Fit Advice

Overall Fit
DellaLo Milano leotards are designed with a close, professional ballet fit that beautifully follows the body's natural lines while allowing unrestricted movement.

Torso Length
Dancers with longer torsos or those between sizes may find sizing up provides additional body length and comfort.

Upper Body
The embroidered stretch tulle offers gentle support across the shoulders and neckline while remaining soft, lightweight and flexible during movement.

Model Fit Note
Dafne GL Nero offers a balanced, elegant fit with beautifully shaped shoulders and an open back that enhances posture without feeling restrictive.

Please note: Our sizing advice is intended as a guide. Individual fit depends on torso length, body proportions and personal preference.

At a Glance

• 🇮🇹 Made in Italy
• Embroidered Stretch Tulle
• Soft Cap Sleeves
• Elegant V Neckline
• Pinched Open V Back
• Double-Layer Front
• Breathable Performance Fabrics
• Four-Way Stretch
• Golden Label Collection
• Studio to Stage

Materials & Construction

Lightweight warp-knit body
DellaLo embroidered tulle
Double-layer front construction
No separate conventional front or back lining
Handcrafted in Milan, Italy

Care information

Hand wash cold
Use mild detergent
Do not bleach
Lay flat to dry
Do not tumble dry
Avoid ironing embroidered areas

Size & Fit Advice

DellaLo Milano leotards are designed with a close, professional ballet fit. Use your body measurements rather than your everyday clothing size. If your measurements fall between sizes, we generally recommend choosing the larger size for greater comfort and freedom of movement.

DellaLo Milano Women's Size Chart

Use your bust, waist, hips and girth measurements as a starting point to find your recommended DellaLo Milano size.

Size	Bust cm	Waist cm	Hips cm	Girth cm
XS	72 – 82	58 – 62	80 – 86	136 – 143
S	82 – 86	62 – 66	86 – 90	141 – 147
M	86 – 90	66 – 70	90 – 94	145 – 151
L	90 – 94	70 – 74	94 – 98	149 – 155

Dance World Measuring Guide

How to Measure for a DellaLo Milano Leotard

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.

Dance World Tip

For DellaLo Milano leotards, girth is one of the most important measurements because it reflects the dancer's full torso length. If your measurements fall across different sizes, pay particular attention to girth. Dancers with a longer torso will often be more comfortable in the larger size.

DellaLo Milano Fit Guidance

DellaLo Milano is designed for a refined, close-to-the-body ballet silhouette. Lace styles can feel slightly firmer because lace generally offers less stretch than embroidered mesh or microfibre constructions. If you are between sizes, have a longer torso, or prefer a little more room through the body, choosing the larger size is usually the better starting point.

Dance World Fit Note DellaLo Milano size charts and Dance World sizing recommendations are intended as a guide only. Fit may vary depending on body proportions, leotard design, fabric, stretch, compression and personal preference.

Best For Intermediate & Professional Ballet Dancers • Ballet Class • Coaching • Auditions • Contemporary Dance • Rehearsals • Stage Performance

Description

Black, Illuminated in Blue

DellaLo Milano Dafne GL Nero transforms classical black through beautifully placed flashes of blue. Delicate floral embroidery brings light and dimension to the upper body, creating a design that feels romantic, contemporary and unmistakably Italian.

DellaLo Milano Dafne GL Nero, Ballet Leotard – Design & Performance

Dafne combines a smooth black warp-knit body with sheer tulle embroidered in bright-blue floral motifs. The embroidery frames the deep V-neckline and upper body, bringing colour to the design without interrupting the dancer’s natural line.

Soft short sleeves gently shape the shoulders while preserving freedom through the arms. From behind, a deep open back finishes in a delicate central pinch, visually lengthening the upper body and drawing attention to posture and port de bras.

The front is constructed using two lightweight fabric layers rather than a separate conventional lining. This provides more opacity and gentle security through the main body while retaining the exceptionally light, breathable feeling for which DellaLo leotards are loved.

Handcrafted in Milan as part of DellaLo’s Golden Label collection, Dafne balances intricate atelier detail with a clean silhouette designed to move beautifully.

Why Dancers Love the DellaLo Dafne

Luminous Floral Detail

Bright-blue embroidery catches the light, giving the black leotard depth without overwhelming its classical elegance.

Beautifully Framed Shoulders

Delicate short sleeves create the polished look of a sleeved leotard while keeping the arms comparatively free.

Light but Reassuring

The double-layer front improves opacity and provides gentle security without introducing a heavy lined feeling.

Studio-to-Stage Presence

The embroidery and sculpted open back offer enough distinction for auditions, repertoire and performance-led rehearsals.

DellaLo Dafne GL Nero Leotard Wear Profile

Fit

Close Italian fit with a softly shaped upper body and delicate short sleeves

Feel

Exceptionally light and smooth, with delicate embroidered tulle across the upper body

Compression

Moderate – close and secure without a firm sculpting sensation

Support

Moderate – the double-layer front provides gentle studio support; no shelf bra or padding

Coverage

Good through the black double-layer front, with sheer coverage at the neckline and sleeves and an open back

Movement

Excellent freedom through the shoulders, arms and upper back

Lining

No conventional lining – lightweight double-layer front construction only

The Dance World Wear Profile describes how each design fits, feels and functions in the studio. This profile reflects the DellaLo Dafne GL Nero specifically; individual fit and feel may vary.

Studio Experience

Dafne looks elaborate without feeling heavy. Its short sheer sleeves bring the polish of a sleeved leotard while allowing comfortable freedom through port de bras, and the stretch body remains light and responsive throughout class.

The black double-layer front provides reassuring coverage through the main body. The embroidered neckline, sleeves and open back remain intentionally delicate, allowing the intricate design to retain its airy DellaLo character.

Product Highlight

💙 The Embroidery Is the Colour Story

Dafne remains unmistakably a black leotard, but its bright-blue floral embroidery changes as the dancer moves and the light catches it. The result has presence from across the studio and beautiful detail when viewed closely, without relying on a bold all-over colour.

Dance World Tip: Use girth as the deciding measurement. DellaLo has a close Italian fit, so dancers between sizes or longer through the torso will generally feel more comfortable choosing the larger size.

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About DellaLo Milano Brand

About DellaLo Milano - Luxury Italian Ballet Leotards & Dancewear

DellaLo Milano is a luxury Italian dancewear brand renowned for creating some of the world's most elegant ballet leotards and performance apparel. Designed and handcrafted in Italy, every collection combines exceptional craftsmanship with refined aesthetics, blending couture-inspired design with the technical performance demanded by today's dancers.

Celebrated for its exquisite embroidered tulles, premium Italian fabrics and beautifully tailored silhouettes, DellaLo Milano creates dancewear that enhances every movement while offering outstanding comfort and support. From ballet classes and rehearsals to auditions and professional performances, DellaLo Milano is trusted by dancers worldwide who appreciate timeless elegance, superior quality and distinctive Italian design.

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