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Elite Couture
Elite Couture Custom Costume — The Ultimate in Design & Detail
Step into the spotlight with the Elite Couture custom costume — the highest-level tier, fully bespoke service designed for elite performers and high-level competitors. This tier offers a luxury design experience, combining advanced construction techniques, specialty fabrics, and exclusive embellishments to create a truly standout competition costume.
Perfect for skaters, dancers, cheerleaders, or gymnasts who want maximum design freedom, premium materials, and a polished, professional finish. Ideal for dance competition costumes, custom figure skating dresses, and other competitions.
Why you’ll love it:
Made-to-measure fit for Girls’ XS–XL and Women’s XS–XL with three fittings included
Up to three custom design sketches for visualization and approval
Two included design elements for a fully personalized, complex look
Specialty fabrics (Mystique, Cracked Ice, printed spandex) available
Glimmer Embellishment Package included, with upgrade options at preferred rates
Reliable construction designed for comfort, flexibility, and durability
Priority turnaround — up to 6 weeks from approved design
Assembled in Canada with attention to professional standards
FLAT RATE (CAD):
$1,620
Elite Couture Details
The Elite Couture tier offers a fully bespoke, custom competition costume experience. With advanced construction techniques, specialty materials, and exclusive embellishments included, this tier is designed for athletes and performers seeking a true one-of-a-kind look with the highest attention to detail. Ideal for dance competition costumes, custom figure skating dresses, and other competitions.
Fit
Made-to-measure sizing: Girls’ XS–XL, Women’s XS–XL
Three in-person fittings included to refine comfort, mobility, and design placement
Additional fittings available for a fee if needed
Fabric & Colour
Bodysuit: High-quality 4-way stretch spandex, including Mystique, Cracked Ice, or printed spandex
Skirt: Stretch mesh in 1 – 2 layers with fullness options
Bodice Yoke: Coordinating stretch or nude mesh
Colours: Selected from trusted suppliers
Design Sketches
Up to three design sketches are provided for visualization, refinement, and approval before construction begins
Construction
Bodysuit: Unlined, one or two-piece with optional sleeves incorporating two selected design elements with precision finishing
Skirt: Choose style (A-Line, Circle, Wrap, Asymmetrical/ Hi-Lo, Godget, Gored or complex style), fullness (½, ¾, or full circle, double circle), 1 - 2 layers
Closures: Pull-on, zipper, hook-and-eye, or clasp
Pricing & Turnaround
Flat rate for base costume
Priority service typically completed within 6 weeks from finalized measurements, fabric selection, and design approval
Rush timelines available for an additional fee
Costume Making Process
Consultation & Measurement: In-studio consultation to review athlete needs, select fabric and colours, choose included design elements and any Embellishment upgrades, and additional Add-Ons and Design Elements. Measurements taken at this stage.
Statement of Work: Confirms design choices, timeline, and payment plan in writing so you know exactly what to expect. Full payment or payment plan collected at this stage.
Design & Approval: Collaborate to create a fully bespoke custom design. Up to three sketches are included for review and approval.
Patterning & Construction: The approved design is transformed into a custom pattern and sewn to your athlete’s measurements.
Fittings & Embellishment Planning: First fitting confirms fit, comfort, and mobility. Adjustments and embellishment plans finalized.
Additional Fittings & Detailing: Subsequent fittings confirm fit, embellishment placement, and finishing details.
Final Fitting & Pickup: Final fitting confirms adjustments have been made as agreed. Pick up in-studio or request delivery for an additional fee. Minor adjustments free within one week if needed.
Why This Costume Stands Out
Maximum Creativity: Two included design elements and up to three sketches for a completely unique custom costume
Premium Fabrics & Embellishments:Specialty fabrics and included Glimmer Package for a high-impact finish
Custom Fit: Three fittings included for competition-ready results
Advanced Construction: Built using professional techniques and meticulous finishing
Priority Service: Timelines designed with competition schedules in mind
Predictable Pricing: Flat-rate base price with optional upgrades available
Locally Made: Assembled in Ayr, Ontario with in-person support