Sports & Costumes
Artistic Gymnastics Leotards: History, FIG 2025–2028 Rules, and What They Really Cost
What the FIG 2025–2028 Code of Points says about competition leotards — neckline, straps, leg cut, jewelry, −0.30 deductions — plus history and costs.
Artistic Swimming Suits: History, World Aquatics Rules, and Why the Theme Comes First
World Aquatics rules for artistic (synchronized) swimming suits, how the suit evolved since Esther Williams, real costs, and why the theme comes first.
Figure Skating Costume Rules: What the ISU Allows, What Costs Points, and How We Got Here
ISU costume rules for figure skating: skirts, trousers, unitards, rhinestones and the −1.0 deductions — plus how the dress evolved and what it costs.
Rhythmic Gymnastics Leotards: History, FIG 2025–2028 Rules, and How Much They Really Cost
How the rhythmic gymnastics leotard evolved from plain wool knits to Swarovski crystal couture, what the FIG 2025–2028 rules actually require, and what a competition leotard really costs.
Competition Costume Niches: A Costume Maker's Guide to Cheer, Skating, Dance, and Color Guard
A sewist's map of competition costume niches: garment types, order formats, federation rules, and local demand. Expand from gymnastics leotards.