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Signature Style
Signature Style — Standout Design with Room to Personalize for Custom Competition Costumes
Step up your performance with the Signature Style custom costume — a mid-range service for athletes and performers ready for a more creative, elevated look. This tier balances artistry and affordability, offering a made-to-measure fit and expanded design choices to create a custom costume that reflects your personality and program.
Perfect for intermediate competitors, performers seeking more style options, or anyone wanting a polished, professional look with a creative edge. 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 two fittings
Two custom design sketches for visualization and approval
Moderately complex design with your choice of one included design element
Reliable construction designed for comfort, flexibility, and durability
Typical turnaround time (5 – 6 weeks) from approved design
Assembled in Canada with attention to professional standards
FLAT RATE (CAD):
$ 800
Signature Style Details
The Signature Style tier provides a made-to-measure custom costume with enhanced design freedom and professional finish. Featuring two included sketches and your choice of one design element, this tier is perfect for athletes and performers ready to showcase a more individualized style while staying budget-conscious. Ideal for dance competition costumes, custom figure skating dresses, and other competitions.
Fit
Made-to-measure sizing: Girls’ XS–XL, Women’s XS–XL
Two in-person fittings included; additional fittings are available for a fee
Fabric & Colour
Bodysuit: 4-way stretch nylon spandex
Skirt: Stretch mesh
Bodice Yoke: Coordinating stretch or nude mesh
Colours: Selected from my trusted suppliers
Design Sketches
Up to 2 sketches provided for visualization and approval prior to construction
Construction
Bodysuit: Unlined, sleeveless, one or two-piece featuring one selected design element
Skirt: Choose style (A-Line, Circle, Wrap, Asymmetrical/ Hi-Lo), 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
Typical turnaround: 5 – 6 weeks from finalized measurements, fabric selection, and design approval
Rush timelines available for an additional fee
Costume Making Process
Consultation & Measurement: Review program needs, select fabric and colours, choose your included design element, and any optional Embellishments & Add-Ons. Measurements taken at this stage.
Statement of Work: Confirms your design choices, timeline, embellishments, Add-Ons and payment plan in writing so you know exactly what to expect. Full payment or payment plan collected.
Design & Approval: Collaborate on a moderately complex custom design. Two sketches are included for approval.
Patterning & Construction: The design is turned into a custom pattern and sewn to your athlete’s measurements using fabrics sourced from trusted suppliers.
Fitting & Embellishment Planning: First fitting confirms fit, comfort, and mobility. Adjustments agreed upon and any embellishment plans finalized.
Final Fitting & Pickup: Final fitting confirms any adjustments and embellishments. Pick up in-studio or delivery available for an additional fee. Minor adjustments free within 1 week if needed.
Why This Costume Stands Out
Custom Fit: Made-to-measure for comfort and range of motion
Reliable Construction: Assembled to professional standards with quality materials
Designed for Expression: Intended to support movement and showcase your unique style
Expanded Creativity: Includes one design element to create a personalized look
Professional Finish: Two sketches and a detailed process for a polished result
Predictable Pricing: Flat-rate base price for clarity and peace of mind
Locally Made: Assembled in Ayr, Ontario with in-person support