Bring a little warmth to your class wardrobe with the Mara Dancewear Alma Short Sleeve ballet leotard in Butter Yellow. Delicate cap sleeves, a scoop neckline and a deep scoop back create a classical silhouette, framed by pale contrast trim. Supportive ribbed fabric and exceptionally soft full front lining make this pastel leotard a comfortable choice for ballet class and rehearsal. Made in Spain, Alma combines simple styling with thoughtful fabric details.

Best For: Ballet class • Studio rehearsals • Light shoulder coverage • Supportive ribbed hold • Soft pastel dancewear

Why Dancers Love Mara Dancewear Alma Short Sleeve

• A little shoulder coverage: Cap sleeves sit over the tops of the shoulders, leaving the elbows and wrists uncovered through port de bras.
• Classical curved lines: An open scoop neckline and curved underbust seam shape the front, balanced by a deep rounded back.
• Easy pull-on design: Get ready for class without a zip, back clasp or adjustable straps to arrange.
• Exceptionally soft inside: Full front lining adds comfort against the skin and extra coverage beneath the pale yellow fabric.

Mara Alma Butter Yellow Cap Sleeve Leotard – Fabric & Fit

The 78% nylon and 22% elastane ribbed fabric provides good compression and support, with a close, gently held-in feel through the torso. Fine vertical ribbing brings texture to the creamy colour, while four-way stretch follows your movement. A high-cut ballet leg completes the silhouette.

The 86% nylon and 14% elastane full front lining creates an exceptionally soft inner surface beneath the supportive exterior. Coverage is good in Butter Yellow, with the lining adding another layer across the front. The garment is front lined rather than lined throughout, and the deep scoop back remains uncovered.

Compare your measurements with the Mara size chart, paying attention to girth and bust. Check that the neckline and cap sleeves sit comfortably when you raise your arms. Individual fit, support and opacity may vary.

Styling Your Butter Yellow Ballet Leotard

Butter Yellow has a warm, creamy character that pairs beautifully with ballet pink tights and an ivory mesh skirt. Soft grey warm-ups introduce a cooler balance, while chocolate layers bring depth to the gentle palette. Pale binding outlines the neckline, sleeves and back, with a small metallic Mara emblem beneath the back opening.

Dance World Tip: Choose a simple skirt to keep the curved bodice seam and fine ribbing visible as part of your class outfit.

Main Fabric: 78% nylon, 22% elastane
Lining Composition: 86% nylon, 14% elastane
Construction: Fine ribbed performance fabric
Lining Placement: Full front
Stretch: Four-way
Feel: Softly textured exterior with an exceptionally soft lined front
Compression: Good
Support: Good
Coverage: Good in Butter Yellow
Country of Manufacture: Spain

Dance World Fabric Note: Butter Yellow gives Alma a delicate appearance, while the ribbed construction provides supportive hold. The exceptionally soft full front lining adds comfort and coverage beneath the pale colour without filling the open scoop back.

Fit: Close, supportive ballet fit
Sleeves: Short cap sleeves
Neckline: Scoop
Back: Deep rounded scoop
Leg: High cut
Compression: Good, with a gently held-in ribbed feel

Choose according to the Mara Dancewear size chart, using your usual size as a starting point. The ribbed fabric is designed to sit closely through the torso; there is no need to size down to create additional compression.

Dance World Fit Tip: Check girth alongside bust, waist and hips. The cap sleeves should sit comfortably over the shoulders without pulling at the underarms when you raise your arms. If you fall between sizes, consider torso length and comfortable reach rather than choosing solely for a firmer fit.

Machine wash cold on a delicate cycle, inside out. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Dry flat. Do not iron.