Eurotard Microfiber V Front Tank Leotard | Womens (44496)
A leotard with built in bra ends the quiet negotiation every adult dancer knows: which bra works under this, will the straps show, is a clear-strap contraption really the answer. The Eurotard 44496 settles it at the design stage. An integrated shelf bra sits inside the fully lined front, with removable pads that let you dial coverage and shape to preference — so the leotard goes on alone, supports on its own, and shows nothing but its own clean V neckline.
The rest of the design pulls its weight. Subtle ruching gathers the fabric just under the bust, shaping the bodice the way a seam would without the seam’s hard line. The leg is cut a touch higher to lengthen the look of the leg, and the whole piece is Eurotard’s silk-soft Tactel® microfiber — the fabric that wicks through long rehearsals and keeps its color through seasons of washing.
What does a leotard with built in bra actually replace?
For most dancers: a clear-strap bra, a strapless that never stayed put, or a second layering camisole — plus the ten minutes of adjusting that came with each. The shelf bra here is knit into the construction, so support comes from the garment itself rather than from a separate piece shifting inside it. The removable pads matter more than they sound: pads in gives shape and full opacity under stage lights; pads out gives a lower profile for class. Either way, the lined front adds a second layer of coverage that single-skin leotards simply don’t have.
Who is this leotard built for?
Adult and teen dancers who want support without engineering their own. Teachers who are in a leotard all day and want one that works alone. Dancers returning to class after years away who’d rather not relearn the undergarment puzzle. And anyone whose current leotard fits everywhere except the bust — the ruching and shelf bra put structure exactly where basic tanks have none.
How does the V front flatter?
Three lines work together: the V neckline draws the eye vertically, the under-bust ruching defines a waistline above the hips, and the higher leg cut extends the visible line of the leg. The sum reads taller and longer in the mirror — the same logic tailors use, applied to stretch fabric. It’s a shaped garment, not a tube with straps.
How does it compare to our other leotards?
Fair question, since the wall has options. Our Energetiks leotards win on fabric feel — ProForm EcoFlex™ is the silkiest thing we stock — but most are single-layer designs that assume you’ll solve support separately. The 44496 is the leotard we point to when support is the requirement, not an afterthought: shelf bra, pads, lining, done. If you’re between the two, come try both; which one you stop noticing first is the answer.
Materials & Construction
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Tactel® microfiber — silk-soft, color-fast, moisture-wicking |
| Support | Built-in shelf bra with removable pads |
| Lining | Full front lining — added opacity and comfort |
| Bodice | V neckline with subtle under-bust ruching |
| Leg line | Higher cut — elongated silhouette |
| SKU | 44496 |
Care Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Before washing | Remove the bra pads — wash them separately by hand and air dry |
| Washing | Machine wash cold on gentle in a lingerie bag, inside out, with mild detergent |
| Drying | Hang dry or dry flat, out of direct sunlight |
| Do not | Bleach, tumble dry, iron, or use fabric softener |
Sizing Guide — Eurotard Adult Apparel
Eurotard sizes adult apparel by body measurement. For this leotard, bust and girth decide the fit — the shelf bra should sit snug under the bust without riding, and girth (shoulder, through the legs, and back up) determines whether the torso sits comfortably in deep positions. If bust and girth land in different sizes, fit the girth and let the removable pads fine-tune the top.
| Size | Height | Bust | Waist | Hips | Girth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS (0–2) | 58–63″ (147–160 cm) | 30–32″ (76–81 cm) | 22–24″ (56–61 cm) | 31–34″ (79–86 cm) | 52–54″ (132–137 cm) |
| S (2–4) | 60–66″ (152–168 cm) | 31–34″ (79–86 cm) | 23–26″ (58–66 cm) | 33–36″ (84–91 cm) | 54–58″ (137–147 cm) |
| M (6–8) | 61–69″ (155–175 cm) | 34–36″ (86–91 cm) | 25–28″ (64–71 cm) | 35–38″ (89–97 cm) | 57–61″ (145–155 cm) |
| L (10–12) | 63–71″ (160–180 cm) | 36–42″ (91–107 cm) | 28–32″ (71–81 cm) | 38–41″ (97–104 cm) | 61–64″ (155–163 cm) |
| XL (14–16) | 64–71″ (163–180 cm) | 41–43″ (104–109 cm) | 32–34″ (81–86 cm) | 42–44″ (107–112 cm) | 64–66″ (163–168 cm) |
Chart is a guide only and reflects body measurements, not garment measurements. Eurotard’s printed note: body proportions and fabric stretch affect fit. In-store fittings are always available at August Muse.
Best For
- Adult and teen dancers who want support without a separate bra
- Teachers in a leotard from first class to last
- Stage and audition wear — full opacity under bright lights
- Dancers returning to class who want one garment that just works
- Anyone whose basic tank fits everywhere but the bust
We stock the 44496 in multiple colors — pick your shade from the options above, or come see us in downtown Elizabethton and try the fit in person.
Available at August Muse
The Eurotard Microfiber V Front Tank Leotard (44496) is available in store at August Muse in downtown Elizabethton, TN, in adult sizes XS–XL — see the color options above. Stop in for a fitting, or call and we’ll check your size and color.
