Rhinestones

At ERVY, we use rhinestones to embellish gymnastics leotards, unitards (also known as full bodysuits), rhythmic gymnastics dresses, and other gymnastics and competition attire. Rhinestones catch the light and reflect it back, making gymnastics clothing adorned with rhinestones appear enchanting and sparkling. 

Strasssteine / Glasperlen auf einem blauen Turnanzug vom deutschen Hersteller ERVY Sports Fashion
Rhinestone details on a leotard

Some rhinestone history

One of the first convincing imitations of diamonds was developed by the Alsatian chemist and jeweler Georg Friedrich Strass (French: Georges Frédéric Strass). Thanks to his success, he was allowed to call himself the king’s jeweler since 1734. The term “pierres de strass” (stones from Strass) became popular in the German-speaking world and the abbreviation “Strass” became a synonym for diamond imitations. [Source: Wikipedia]

In English, crystals are also referred to as “rhinestones”,  because the crystals cut by Strass came from the Rhine Valley. [Source: Wikipedia]

Design possibilities with rhinestones

There are many ways to decorate your ERVY gymnastics and dancewear with rhinestones. To match your gymnastics leotard, bodysuit, or rhythmic gymnastics dress, we offer:
  • ERVY rhinestone motifs
  • Custom rhinestone designs (according to your sketch)
  • Names made of rhinestones (first names, city names, club names, etc.)
  • Scattered rhinestones
  • Single lines made of rhinestones (e.g. along the neckline or at the edge of sleeve)
  • Contour letters with scattered rhinestones
  • Logos made of rhinestones

With our comprehensive rhinestone color card, rhinestones can also be combined to match the colors of your gymnastics leotard, vaulting unitard, or cheer uniform and more. Discover our variety of colors and mix and match to create your dream ensemble!

Our rhinestone color card

Did you know?

We use so-called hotfix rhinestones when manufacturing our gymnastics leotards. These crystals are coated with a glue that is activated at high temperatures. The application method of rhinestones can either be through heat transfer or ultrasonic welding.

Despite all care in the production and quality control of our gymnastics apparel, rhinestones can loose their fixation with the textile. In such case, we will send you single stones for replacement or take care of the repair in our workshop.

Sequins

Sequins are flat and very thin plates made of color reflecting foil. Sequins add shine and sparkle to gymnastics clothing. They are becoming more popular as they look almost like crystals and are more comfortable to wear. The application method of sequins is similar to rhinestones, using heat transfer.

Design possibilities with sequins

To design your custom ERVY gymnastics leotard or any other gymnastics or dance clothing with sequins, you have the following options:

  • ERVY sequins motifs
  • Custom sequins designs (according to your sketch)
  • Names made of sequins (first names, city names, club names, etc.)
  • Contour letters with scattered sequins
  • Logos made of sequins

With our color card of various hologram colors, you can create beautiful sparkling and glittering effects. Let your creativity run wild!

Our sequins color card​

The hologram effect of sequins can create a visually stunning and dynamic show of light and color when they reflect the stage lights. This can help to enhance the performance of the gymnast or dancer.

Why sequins?

For athletes with sensitive skin, sequins have the advantage of feeling very smooth and skin-friendly. In addition, depending on the sport, choreography, or exercise, sequins may be a better alternative to rhinestones. For example, in the case of friction caused by contact with sports equipment, sequins are more comfortable.
schöner türkiser Turnanzug mit Motiv auf Pailletten vom deutschen Hersteller ERVY