Gymnasticslike diving and figure skatingis an Olympic sport where artistry and aesthetics are intertwined with athleticism.
(Thats nearly 2,000 more than Team USA wore back in Tokyo in 2021.)
They are full of crystals, super patriotic, and really beautiful, Carey says.
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I cant wait to see how theyshine under the lightsin the arena.
Im getting chills still thinking about it, Schnebel tells SELF.
Still, as Diaz says, there arent usually many surprises.
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Another way to ensure the leotards help rather than hinder performance?
(Basically, theyre meant to feel like a second skin.)
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All of those French elements came into play with our mood boards, Diaz explains.
Its a really cool feeling!
Our athletes always tell us that more is more with crystal usage, Diaz says.
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Carey says shes used to that kind of weight on the floor.
Some of them are a little bit heavier than the others, but nothing too crazy, she explains.
They feel really comfortable to wear.
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Aesthetics, however, are really only one small component of the competition.
When we create these leotards, we, of course, want them to be beautiful.
We want them to stand out on the floor, Schnebel says.
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I dont want the athletes to even remember theyre wearing a leotard.
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