Rental Terms
These are the terms we explain at the counter when you book. They are written here so nothing arrives as a surprise at return time.
Rental Period
The standard period is two to three days around the performance, which normally covers the dress rehearsal and the event. Longer periods are available and priced separately. If you may progress to another competition round, tell us at booking and we plan the period around it.
Deposit
A refundable deposit is taken at collection and returned when the costume comes back in acceptable condition. The amount depends on the value of the pieces — jewellery sets carry a higher deposit than a folk costume. We tell you the figure before you commit.
What Counts as Normal Wear
Sweat, creasing, minor loosening of hooks and light stage marks are expected. None of these are charged. Cleaning is included in the rental and you should not wash the costume yourself.
Damage and Loss
Tears, burns, heavy staining, and lost jewellery pieces are chargeable. The charge reflects repair or replacement cost for that piece, and we show you what the piece costs rather than applying a flat penalty. Report damage when you return — a reported tear is a normal repair.
Late Returns
In peak season a late return means the next customer's item is at risk, so late returns are charged per day. If something has gone wrong and you cannot return on time, call us — an early phone call is almost always solvable.
Cancellation
Cancel with reasonable notice and the deposit is refunded. Cancelling at very short notice during a peak window, when the set could no longer be re-let, may forfeit part of it. We will always tell you where you stand before you decide.
Not sure what you need?
Call the studio and describe the item, the date and the dancer's age — we will tell you what it takes.
Rental Terms FAQs
- Yes, refundable, taken at collection. The amount depends on the value of the pieces and is stated before you commit.
- Report it at return. Charges reflect the actual repair or replacement cost for that piece, not a flat penalty.
- No. Sweat, creasing and light stage marks are expected. Cleaning is included.
- Late returns are charged per day, because in season the next customer is waiting. Call us if something has gone wrong.
- Yes. With reasonable notice the deposit is refunded. Very late cancellation in peak season may forfeit part of it.