PENELOPE BC • Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard, Delicate Lace Detailing
PENELOPE BC • Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard, Delicate Lace Detailing - Acqua / S is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Size & Fit Advice
Size & Fit Advice
At a Glance
At a Glance
Materials & Construction
Materials & Construction
Care information
Care information
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 |
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.
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 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.
PENELOPE BC • Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard, Delicate Lace Detailing
PENELOPE BC • Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard, Delicate Lace Detailing - Acqua / S is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Best For: Classical ballet • Daily class • Rehearsals • Auditions • Coaching • Workshops • Performance
Description
Description
Romance, Drawn with a Clean Line
The DellaLo Milano Penelope BC lace ballet leotard 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.
DellaLo Milano Penelope BC, Half-Sleeve Ballet Leotard – Design & Performance
Penelope 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.
Floral 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.
The 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.
Each colour gives the same design a different character. Acqua feels fresh and airy, Rose is soft and romantic, while Black makes the floral lace more graphic and dramatically defined.
Why Dancers Love the DellaLo Penelope
Clean Square Neckline
The wide angular neckline frames the collarbones beautifully and creates a poised, open upper line.
Layered Floral Lace
Delicate lace gives the upper bodice rich texture while the fabric beneath provides greater coverage.
Above-Elbow Sleeves
Fitted lace sleeves add elegance and arm definition without covering or restricting the lower arm.
Three Distinct Moods
Choose fresh Acqua, romantic Rose or timeless Black without changing Penelope’s refined silhouette.
DellaLo Penelope BC Wear Profile
The 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.
Studio Experience
Penelope 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.
The 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.
Product Highlight
🌸 The Lace-Frame Effect
The 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.
Dance World Tip: 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.
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About DellaLo Milano Brand
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.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
All orders are sent via GLS. A signature will be required upon receipt of your order. If there is no-one available to accept the package a calling card will be left behind for you so you can re-arrange delivery.
Free EU Standard Delivery on orders over 99€
Please visit our delivery page for further delivery information and our returns page for returns information.
Customer service can be contacted via email : orders@danceworld.ie
By phone - Ireland: 01 497 6129, UK and Rest of World: 00 353 1 497 6129
