Bring a soft neutral palette to class with the Mara Dancewear Brisa Mist ballet leotard. A gently pinched V neckline, wide shoulder straps and a deep scoop back create a classical shape in pale grey with blush-toned trim. Smooth stretch fabric offers moderate hold, while exceptionally soft full front lining adds comfort against the skin. Made in Spain, Brisa is a lovely choice for dancers who enjoy supple fabric and uncomplicated studio styling.

Best For: Ballet class • Studio rehearsals • Smooth fabric comfort • Moderate compression and support • Soft neutral ballet outfits

Why Dancers Love Mara Dancewear Brisa

• A softer kind of hold: Smooth stretch fabric follows the body with moderate compression and a more fluid feel than Mara’s firmer ribbed styles.
• Easy class dressing: Wide fixed straps and a pull-on shape keep preparation simple, with no zip, back clasp or strap adjusters.
• A gentle colour combination: Pale grey and blush-toned edging work beautifully with favourite skirts and warm-ups.
• Exceptionally soft inside: Full front lining brings a comfortable inner surface to a leotard made for regular classes and rehearsals.

Mara Brisa Mist Ballet Leotard – Fabric & Fit

The 80% nylon and 20% elastane smooth performance fabric has a soft-touch finish and breathable four-way stretch. Compression and support are both moderate, giving a close ballet fit with comfortable hold through the torso. A small centre pinch shapes the V neckline, while the high-cut ballet leg completes the silhouette.

The 86% nylon and 14% elastane full front lining adds an exceptionally soft layer beneath the pale outer fabric. Coverage is moderate in Mist: the lined front provides additional coverage, while overall opacity varies with fit, stretch, underlayers and lighting. The lining covers the front only, and the deep rounded scoop back remains uncovered.

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

Styling Your Mist Grey Ballet Leotard

Mist sits between pale grey and soft stone, warmed by blush-toned binding around the neckline, armholes and back. Ballet pink tights and a dusty-rose or pale grey skirt create a softly coordinated outfit. Charcoal, navy or burgundy warm-ups add depth, while a small metallic Mara emblem finishes the back.

Dance World Tip: Try this pale shade with your intended tights and underlayers in good light, checking coverage as you reach and bend before class.

Main Fabric: 80% nylon, 20% elastane
Lining Composition: 86% nylon, 14% elastane
Construction: Smooth soft-touch performance fabric
Lining Placement: Full front
Stretch: Four-way
Feel: Smooth, supple and soft, with an exceptionally comfortable lined front
Compression: Moderate
Support: Moderate
Coverage: Moderate in Mist
Country of Manufacture: Spain

Dance World Fabric Note: Mist offers reassuring coverage for such a pale colour, but we rate its overall opacity as moderate rather than fully opaque. The front lining adds coverage and softness; the garment is not fully lined front and back. Check the appearance with your intended underlayers, especially where the fabric stretches over the body.

Fit: Close, comfortable ballet fit
Straps: Wide, fixed and non-adjustable
Neckline: V-shaped with a centre pinch
Back: Deep rounded scoop
Leg: High cut
Compression: Moderate
Support: Moderate

Choose according to the Mara Dancewear size chart, using your usual size as a starting point. Brisa’s smooth stretch fabric provides a softer, less compressive sensation than Mara Dancewear’s ribbed designs.

Dance World Fit Tip: Because the straps are fixed, comfortable torso length matters. Check girth alongside bust, waist and hips, and make sure you can raise your arms without the neckline pulling down or the straps digging into your shoulders. If you fall between sizes, consider torso length and comfortable movement 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.