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The "130" in the name refers to the fabric weight and composition. The top is constructed from a proprietary blend: 78% MicroModal, 17% Polyamide, 5% Elastane. This is not your standard cotton-lycra.
Alina’s sizing runs smaller than street clothes (like most dance brands). Use your bust, waist, and girth – not your dress size. alina balletstar 130 top
| Size | Bust (in) | Waist (in) | Hip (in) | Girth (in) | Comparable to | |------|-----------|------------|----------|------------|----------------| | XXS | 28-30 | 22-24 | 31-33 | 51-53 | Child L / XS | | XS | 30-32 | 23-25 | 33-35 | 53-55 | 0-2 | | S | 32-34 | 25-27 | 35-37 | 55-58 | 4-6 | | M | 34-36 | 27-29 | 37-39 | 58-61 | 6-8 | | L | 36-38 | 29-31 | 39-41 | 61-64 | 10-12 | | XL | 38-41 | 31-34 | 41-44 | 64-67 | 14-16 | The "130" in the name refers to the
Key tip: If your girth (measure from shoulder, through crotch, back to shoulder) is between sizes, size up. The 130 has minimal stretch in the torso length. Alina’s sizing runs smaller than street clothes (like
One common question is about sizing. The Alina BalletStar 130 Top runs true to size but with a firm compression fit. This is intentional. Dancers need their leotard to hold everything in place. If you are between sizes, most retailers recommend sizing up for the "130" model because the high elastane content means it will hug your ribs tightly. However, once it conforms to your body heat, it molds perfectly.
| Feature | Alina BalletStar 130 | Standard Cotton Crop Top | High-End Technical Brand (e.g., Yumiko) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Primary Fabric | MicroModal (ultra-smooth) | Cotton (absorbs sweat) | Nylon/Spandex (slippery) | | Waist Exposure | 2 inches below navel | Varies (often too short) | 1 inch (more modest) | | Back Design | Center seam for alignment | None or racerback | Often strappy or mesh | | Moisture Wicking | Excellent (fast dry) | Poor (stays wet) | Very good | | Durability | High (no pilling) | Medium (shrinks/stretches) | High (but snags easily) | | Price Point | $$ (mid-range) | $ (low) | $$$$ (premium) |
The 130 occupies a sweet spot: it is more technical than a basic cotton top, but less fragile and more affordable than bespoke competition brands. It is designed for daily abuse—the kind of wear that happens in 6-hour rehearsal days.
