Custom Cheerleading Uniforms

Different Elements of Custom Cheerleading Uniforms

While the main focus is typically on the skirt and top of the uniform, there are actually many different elements of a uniform and accessories that can be customized.

Uniform

The uniform itself can be customized in a number of ways that are cost effective, but can still help your squad stand out from the crowd. Here are a few ideas:

• Colors: Your school colors should be represented on your uniform in some way. For example, a school whose colors are gold and black might opt for an all gold or all black uniform or a combination of the two colors.

• Design: Although it might seem that two schools with similar colors would wind up with the exact same uniform, this is rarely the case because there are so many different designs. Some uniforms have several geometric stripes in various patterns that create a unique look. For example, one uniform might have a strip crossing the bodice and blending into a solid colored skirt, while another uniform may be one solid color with a thin strip horizontally across the midriff. There are more designs than could possibly be listed here. Most custom cheerleading uniform companies will have a complete catalog of designs from which to choose.

• Style: Another way to come up with a unique, custom cheerleading uniform is by choosing a style that isn't as common as others. For example, instead of a typical pleated skirt, your team might choose a straight skirt or even cheer shorts. For cooler weather, there are many cute pants that look similar to jazz pants and create a streamlined, modern look for a cutting edge team that wants to really wow the crowd. Other choices include bare midriff or one piece uniforms. The sky is the limit. If you have a skilled seamstress in your midst, you may even want to design your own uniforms and have them sewn. If you want to use a unique design that isn't available elsewhere, you can always use a local seamstress or tailor to complete the uniforms for your team. Just be sure to allow plenty of time for sewing and fittings.

• Monograms: Monograms can add a lot to a uniform and go a long way toward giving them a custom look. Monograms are often just the first name of the cheerleader. You can place the monogram where you want, or in unusual places for an even more distinctive look. For example, what about placing the name down the side of the skirt or splash it across the cheerleader's back? Another way to make the look unique with monograms is in the colors of the stitching and in the font size and style used. There are many different fonts available for monogramming.

• Team Name or Mascot: If names or initials are not for your team, or the team wants to reuse the uniforms for different cheerleaders, you may want to consider using a general team name monogram instead of specific names. This can be the initials of the school, such as HHS for Henry High School. Or, you can use the team mascot name, such as Hornets. Some schools even use a logo of the mascot such as a big yellow and black hornet.

Accessories

There are many different accessories that can further customize the look of the your uniform. Try to add some of the following to complete your team's look:

• Pom Poms in vibrant school colors
• Customized jackets
• Customized cheer shoes
• Customized hair bows and scrunchies

Sources for Custom Uniforms

Here are a few online sources for customized uniforms:

• Cheer Deals
• Squad One Cheer Supplies
• Team Cheerleading Uniforms
• Cheer Etc. Customized

The sky is the limit in how you can make your uniforms look unique. Just use your imagination and sense of style, and your squad is sure to create a uniform that no one else can match.