Meanwhile, fans of the show praised Madix — who shared a sneak peek of her outfit on Instagram before the premiere aired — for her costume choice. “You slayed the dress and the dance floor @ ...

and the dress mustn’t restrict the dancer in any way.” HER interest in costume design grew from her own love of performing: “Dance was my passion. From when I was a little girl,” she says.

titular fancy dance. “It comes from a costume that Roki’s mom wore as a stripper and then it has to become a dancing shawl by the end. Getting that design brief and all the things that happen ...

More info The costume ... She started the dance by throwing off a blue cape, which was a nod to her shedding her “ice queen” image. Niamh said Nicolas Roche is a joy to dress.