Energetiks Grace Lace Camisole – Child | V Lace Panel Leotard
A lace ballet leotard for girls usually lives in the “special occasion” drawer — too precious for Tuesday technique class. The Grace was designed to get worn instead. The V-shaped lace panels across the chest and back are stretch lace, not the stiff decorative kind, and they sit over a full lining that protects the delicate fabric from the inside. Under the lace is everything our everyday Energetiks leotards are made of: a princess cut that shapes a long line, and performance fabric that wicks and breathes through a full class. Elegant every day — that’s the whole idea.
One thing to know before it goes in the cart: the Grace is hand wash only. The lace that makes it beautiful is delicate, and it needs a gentler routine than our machine-washable leotards. More on that below, because it’s the honest trade-off of this style.
What makes a lace ballet leotard for girls practical enough for every week?
Three design decisions. The lace is stretch lace, so it moves with the body and breathes — it’s actually one of the airier panels a leotard can have, useful through a sweaty center combination. The lining behind it does double duty: it shields the lace from fingernails and barre contact, and it keeps coverage complete so the lace reads elegant, not sheer. And the body of the leotard is Energetiks’ standard performance knit, the same durable, moisture-wicking fabric as their everyday styles. The Grace isn’t a costume that visits class — it’s a class leotard wearing something nice.
The hand-wash rule: what it means in real life
Here’s the honest part. Stretch lace is a delicate fabric — Energetiks specifically cautions against hitching or pulling it — and the care instructions are cold hand wash only, dried flat out of the sun. In practice that’s a two-minute sink routine after class instead of tossing it in with the tights. Families who love the Grace build it into the rhythm; families who know that extra step won’t happen are better served by the Katherine or Ophelia, which handle a gentle machine cycle. We’d rather tell you at the counter than have the lace tell you after a wash.
Where does the Grace fit among our Energetiks leotards?
Think of our leotard case as a spectrum. The Ophelia is the classical staple, the Katherine is the modern minimalist, and the Grace is the detailed one — the leotard for the dancer who wants her class uniform to feel a little special every single day. Because the lace panels sit at the neckline and back, the detail shows at the barre and in photos without breaking any conservative dress code we’ve seen locally. If your studio requires a specific solid style, check the code; otherwise the Grace passes as classical with a finishing touch.
Materials & Construction
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Style | Camisole leotard — thin straps, V-shape stretch lace panels front and back |
| Cut | Princess cut with panel detailing |
| Lining | Full lining behind the lace — protects the fabric and completes coverage |
| Fabric | ProForm EcoFlex™ body with premium Stretch Lace panels |
| Origin | Proudly a Product of Australia |
| SKU | CL105 |
Care Instructions — Hand Wash Only
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| Washing | Cold hand wash only with mild detergent; remove immediately — do not machine wash |
| Drying | Dry flat, out of direct sunlight |
| Do not | Soak, bleach, tumble dry, dry clean, or iron |
| Lace care | Avoid hitching or pulling the lace; keep clear of velcro and rough surfaces in the dance bag |
Sizing Guide — Energetiks Child Sizes
The child Grace runs Child Sml through XLge. Energetiks sizes by measurement, not age — the ages below are a rough anchor. For reference, Energetiks’ model Anneliese is 4’6″ (136 cm) and wears a Child Lge.
| Size | Approx. Age | Height | Chest | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child Sml | 6–7 | 3’8″–4’1″ (112–125 cm) | 24.5–25.5″ (62–65 cm) | 21–22″ (53–56 cm) | 26–27″ (66–69 cm) |
| Child Med | 8–9 | 4’1″–4’4″ (125–132 cm) | 26–27″ (66–69 cm) | 22.5–23.5″ (57–60 cm) | 27.5–28.5″ (70–72 cm) |
| Child Lge | 10–11 | 4’4″–4’7″ (132–140 cm) | 27.5–28.5″ (70–72 cm) | 24–25″ (61–64 cm) | 29–30″ (74–76 cm) |
| Child XLge | 12–13 | 4’8″–5′ (142–152 cm) | 29–30″ (74–76 cm) | 25.5–26″ (65–66 cm) | 30.5–32″ (77–81 cm) |
Energetiks sizing runs snug — between sizes, size up.
This chart is a guide only, reflects body measurements rather than garment measurements, and is no substitute for an in-store fitting at August Muse.
Best For
- Dancers who want everyday class wear with a touch of elegance
- Photo day, exams, and recitals — without buying a separate leotard
- Warm studios — stretch lace panels breathe better than solid fabric
- Gift-giving: it’s the leotard that gets the gasp when the box opens
- Families comfortable with a quick hand-wash routine
We stock the child Grace in Child Sml through XLge in downtown Elizabethton.
Available at August Muse
The Energetiks Grace Lace Camisole (CL105) is available in store at August Muse in downtown Elizabethton, TN, in Child Sml through XLge. Stop in to see the lace in person — photos undersell it.
