ROBERT J POLETT In sharp contrast, the Luminous Legacy and Freedom’s Grace competition leotards feature intricate, corsetlike bodices with sweetheart necklines and sophisticated crystal patterns ...

Along with the aforementioned design features, the bodysuit had a bust cut-out that turned the original square neckline into a plunging sweetheart style. The leotard also had two harness-style hip ...

Along with the aforementioned design features, the bodysuit had a bust cut-out that turned the original square neckline into a plunging sweetheart style. The leotard also had two harness-style hip ...

On three, each gymnast opened their box. A sparkling, star-spangled leotard glittered inside. “They were in awe,” said Jeanne Diaz, the design mastermind behind the U.S. Olympic leotards.

Gymnastics leotards are expected to reflect grit and grace, withstand triple-twisting double flips and stand up to the bright spotlight of the Olympic Games. Much like the intensive training ...

Designing an Olympics leotard is similar to the craftsmanship behind a haute couture piece: There are mood boards, hand appliqués, and lots of trial and error. The ...