Recommended costumes for the dance stage at the school festival
Have those of you dancing at the school festival decided on your costumes yet?
Costumes are what make the dance you’ve worked so hard to practice look even more dazzling.
Wearing a special outfit that matches the song and theme—different from your practice wear—will help you perform even better on stage!
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended costumes for dance performances at school festivals.
We’ve gathered full outfit ideas as well as items that are perfect for mixing and matching just parts of your costume.
Use this as a reference when choosing your dance costume!
Recommended costumes for the cultural festival dance stage (1–10)
Connecting arrangement
https://www.tiktok.com/@fflxvnme/video/7412122446444137735Let’s try freely designing simple coveralls! Here are some ideas for customizing them.
When you hear “coveralls,” many people might think of workwear, right? This time, let’s paint and decorate colorful coveralls to create original costumes.
In the video, red, white, black, and purple coveralls are featured.
Each one is personalized with the wearer’s name or favorite characters, giving it a unique touch.
Give it a try!
Harajuku style
https://www.tiktok.com/@tanakyan0913/video/7434472530431282440Bold outfits in vivid colors! Here are some Harajuku-style ideas.
When you think of Harajuku style, it always brings a colorful image to mind, doesn’t it? This time, let’s customize a T-shirt and a petticoat to create a Harajuku-inspired outfit.
In the video, they’re decorating with lace, patches, flower pieces, and rhinestones.
Just by combining simple T-shirts with these parts, you can create a one-of-a-kind outfit! Give it a try and incorporate it into your look.
uniform

These days, it seems people are making class T-shirts in all sorts of designs, and the ones that mimic sports team uniforms are especially popular! You even see that uniform-style design on T-shirts sold at music festivals and as artist merch.
Wearing a uniform-inspired T-shirt when performing on stage could help create a sense of unity, don’t you think? Also, for students in sports clubs, wearing the practice gear they usually train in, or even the uniforms used in official school matches, would make for great memories!
Hip-hop style
https://www.instagram.com/p/BqeUj0un9bS/If you admire HIPHOP dance—with its stylish moves and big, dynamic motions set to heavy beats—the first step is choosing the right outfit.
Opting for oversized, loose-fitting clothing can add more power to your dance.
It’s also cool to intentionally stand out from the group with a different outfit, or to show your individuality through accessories like hats and sneakers.
Because HIPHOP dance is free and not bound by strict rules, your outfit doesn’t need to be rigid either—why not choose freely and have fun with it?
Heisei gal
https://www.tiktok.com/@asuka_popgirls/video/7337997900594695426A unique concept with a nostalgic vibe! Here are some ideas inspired by Heisei-era gals.
When you think of Heisei gals, mini skirts, loose socks, tanned skin, and bold makeup come to mind.
This time, let’s try wearing a Heisei gal outfit in a school-uniform style.
It would be perfect for performances using Para Para or revived tracks, don’t you think? For the hairstyle, go for big, voluminous hair, and long fake nails are a great addition too.
Try expressing your own take on the Heisei gal style.
costume (character suit)
https://www.tiktok.com/@u._.u12o/video/7291596339991956738Deliver an adorable stage performance to your audience with character costumes! Here are some costume ideas.
Many of you have probably seen character costumes sold online or at discount stores.
You might not usually have the courage, but because a school festival is such a special stage, try wearing one and dancing! In the video, they’re dancing a Disney medley in Disney character costumes.
Be sure to give it a try!
jersey
https://www.tiktok.com/@_vortex_.8/video/7435309245966339335Perfect for those who prioritize ease of movement! Here are some jersey outfit ideas.
When we say “jersey,” there are many types—like school-issued sets and sports brand versions.
In recent years, track jackets that combine mobility and style have also become popular.
Wearing matching jerseys as a team can create a greater sense of unity in your dance, too.
The overall vibe changes depending on the colors you choose, so give them a try!




