Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Dancewear & Dance Accessories in Chicago
Chicago Dance Supply was founded in 2003 by Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth and Lauren Miller, two dancers committed to creating a community-focused retail space for dancers of all levels. Our mission has always been to provide exceptional customer service while offering high-quality dancewear, shoes, and accessories at competitive prices. Over two decades, we have grown from a small co-op shop to Chicago's premier destination for dance essentials, maintaining our core values of local ownership and personalized care. Our team, known as the CDS Crew, brings deep industry knowledge and passion to every customer interaction, ensuring dancers find exactly what they need. We actively support Chicago's dance community through sponsorships, pop-up shops, and partnerships with local studios.With our physical store located in Andersonville, we combine the convenience of online shopping with the expertise of in-person service. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the Best of Chicago Reader for Best Dancewear Shop. We offer specialized services like personalized pointe shoe fittings, custom orders, and event photography to meet diverse dancer needs. Our extensive product range caters to ballet, ballroom, contemporary, and all other dance styles, serving youth through professional dancers. As a locally owned business, we prioritize understanding our customers' unique requirements and fostering lasting relationships within the dance community.
Services
Dancewear Retail
Shoe Fittings
Custom Orders
Pop-up Shops
Event Photography
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized pointe shoe fittings by appointment with expert staff.
- Our store provides a comprehensive selection of dancewear for all styles and ages.
- We support local dance studios through pop-up shops and community events.
- We have over 20 years of experience serving Chicago's dance community.
- We combine online convenience with in-person expertise and local knowledge.
Services
Personalized Shoe Fittings
We provide specialized pointe, tango, and wedding shoe fittings by appointment. Our experts dedicate up to an hour per session to ensure perfect fit and comfort. Services are available in-store or through special arrangements for group fittings.
Custom Orders
Our staff can special order unavailable items directly from suppliers. We coordinate group fittings and bulk purchases for dance studios and performance groups. This service ensures access to specialized dancewear not found in our standard inventory.
Pop-up Shops
We operate temporary retail locations at dance studios and festivals across Chicago. These pop-up shops bring our full product range directly to dance communities. Schedule availability is coordinated through our store management team.
Event Photography
Owner Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth offers professional dance photography services by appointment. Specializing in headshots, portraits, and event documentation, this service supports dancers' professional development needs.
Dancewear Retail
We offer comprehensive dancewear solutions including shoes, apparel, and accessories for all styles. Our inventory covers ballet, ballroom, contemporary, and ethnic dance forms. Products cater to youth through professional dancers with both in-store and online shopping options.
People
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth
Co-Owner & Operator
Co-founder of Chicago Dance Supply with over 20 years in dance retail. Active Andersonville Chamber of Commerce board member who co-sponsored Chicago's Year of Dance initiatives. Combines business leadership with deep industry expertise.
Mike
Co-Operator
Joined Chicago Dance Supply operations after business co-founder Lauren Miller's departure. Works with wife Leni to maintain the store's dancer-owned and operated status. Supports community engagement efforts.
Lauren Miller
Co-Founder
Original co-founder who established Chicago Dance Supply in 2003 with Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth. Left daily operations to pursue education and family commitments while maintaining connection to the dance community.
Questions
What dance styles do you cater to?
We serve ballet, ballroom, contemporary, flamenco, tango, tap, and all other dance styles with specialized footwear and apparel.
Do you offer shoe fittings?
Yes, we provide personalized pointe, tango, and wedding shoe fittings by appointment with expert dancewear specialists.
Can I return online purchases?
Regular priced items may be returned within 14 days. Final sale items, tights, and undergarments are non-returnable.
Are you a local business?
Yes, we're a dancer-owned Chicago business operating since 2003 in Andersonville, with both physical store and online presence.
Do you work with dance studios?
We offer group fittings, custom orders, and pop-up shop services for dance studios and performance groups across Chicago.
