ing the early nineteenth century, close-fitting body costumes, floral crowns, corsages and jewels were used. Ideals of Romanticism were reflected through female movements. Costumes became much tighter as corsets started to come into use, to show off the curves on a ballerina. Jewels and bedazzled costumes became much more popular. Twentieth century Maggie Gripenberg (in the middle) performing at the Finnish National Theatre in 1916. During the twentieth century, ballet costumes transitioned back to the influence of Russian ballet. Ballerina skirts became knee-length tutus, later on in order to show off their precise pointe work. Colors used on stage costumes also became much more vibrant. Designers used colors such as red, orange, yellow, etc. to create visual expression when ballet dancers perform on stage. Ballet as a career Professional dancers are generally not well paid. As of 2017, American dancers (including ballet and other dance for
ms) were paid an average of US$14.25 per hour. The job outlook is not strong, and the competition to get a job is intense, with the number of applicants vastly exceeding the number of job openings. Some dancers earn money by participating in dancing competitions and are awarded with money or high paying contracts. Choreographers were paid nearly twice the amount of danc
