Imperfect Insiders Blog

Anti Black Friday? POV of a sustainable dancewear brand

This will be our 5th Black Friday as a small sustainable dancewear brand. It is always one of the biggest challenges for brands wanting to avoid promoting mindless consumption that feels at odds wi...

Ballet NEEDS better tights

Ballet tights as you know them, needed a serious upgrade.  In 2022, we were struck with a vision to transform a dancewear essential that we knew could be so much better - tights. 

Get to know 'Tights Under'

Get to know the ballet dancers from ‘Tights Under’ Do they wear their tights over or under their leotards? Let's find out.... We fired the questions at the team behind @tights_under. Meet our new s...

Meet the Changemakers - SWEDISH STOCKINGS

Our new Changemakers series aims to highlight the partners and dancers in our community who are driving sustainable change in the industry. First up, to celebrate 2 years since the launch of our co...

Celebrating International Day of Transgender Visibility

If you are in the situation where you are pursuing a career in ballet and are questioning your gender, please surround yourself with supportive people in the queer community. When you feel comforta...

The Ultimate Guide to Creating a More Ethical Dancewear wardrobe

Are you worried that your budget combined with your love of buying new dancewear will overrule your desire to shop more ethically? Scared of being forced to opt for cheap and nasty over eco-conscio...

A year in sustainable dancewear - 2023 Review

As a small, ethical dancewear brand, we will continue to push the boundaries, continue to be curious and find new ways to create sustainable dancewear. We will seek out new and innovative fabrics t...