Your biscuits aren’t the only things that take a beating during Nutcracker season—your (constantly sprayed, straightened, curled, and gelled) hair does, too. And while using heat tools and products is inevitable, there are plenty of ways to maintain a healthy mane through December. Here are our top tips. Down ’n’ Out! Thinkstock Wearing a ballet […]
Ballet legend David Hallberg and hip-hop dancer Metter Towley may seem like an unlikely pair, especially on the dance floor—but Revlon’s new “Lash Loudly” mascara campaign proves otherwise. The ad features Hallberg and Towley as they freestyle to the song “Flava” by Princess Nokia. And surprisingly, the contrasts between these two dancers and their dance […]
Chances are, you’ve seen (and taken!) your fair share of face-mask selfies. But not all masks are created equal. Some might smooth your skin so your stage makeup looks #flawless; others might brighten it so you don’t need as much makeup to begin with. Dance Spirit turned to the experts for a breakdown of the […]
Toenail trials and tribulations just come with the territory when you’re a dancer. They can range from slightly annoying to super-painful, and it’s crucial to address them immediately. Dance Spirit turned to Dr. Bryan Hersh, DPM, for a breakdown of the most common toenail woes and the most effective ways to treat them. Bruised Toenails […]
If you’re a ballet person, your feeds are probably full of gorgeous previews of Justin Peck’s new work for New York City Ballet, set to premiere tomorrow night. Excited as we are about that, though, we’re almost more excited that Peck’s The Times Are Racing—which NYCB debuted in January—is returning to the stage this fall. […]
If you find yourself anywhere near NYC’s über-chic Park Avenue between Monday, August 14 and December, you’ll want to hightail it to PurePoint Financial’s new Financial Center to check out a surprising collaboration with one of the dance world’s shining stars. The Financial Center’s goal is to feel more like a gallery than a traditional […]
Dance celebs are having quite a moment in the mainstream media right now, and let me tell you: I am ALL about it. The entire DS team has been living for Elle magazine’s “The Movement” video series, not to mention Kween Misty’s presence in just about every print or online media outlet. My current dancers-in-the-non-dance-world […]
You got a lob, and it’s adorable—but it’s probably also un-bun-able. How can you keep it out of your face for class? We asked hair pro Chuck Jensen to create three dance-friendly updos that are perfect for shorter hair. 1. Tucked French Braid -Create a French braid—crossing the strands over, not under, as you go—from […]