Hand-crafted works of art
Designed for dancers

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Custom Made Tutus & Ballet Costumes

DQ Designs creates one-of-a-kind, handcrafted tutus and classical ballet costumes, helping students and professional dancers shine with confidence on stage.

Owner and designer Diane Quimby Schaubach began sewing custom ballet costumes for her three dancer daughters in 2011. Diane's creativity and artistry have gained her recognition in the ballet community with her designs seen sparkling on stages from New York City to Sydney.

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Why choose DQ Designs & Boutique?

Truly One-of-a-kind

Every bodice, tutu, and costume is individually designed and crafted by hand, meaning no two pieces are ever exactly alike.

highest quality materials

Whether it's a delicate, vintage lace or a special silk brought home from abroad, only the highest quality materials are sourced from all over the world.

expert craftsmanship

With an eye for the tiniest of details and over a decade of craftsmanship experience, a piece by DQ Designs is truly an incredible work of art.

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Testimonials

“Thank you so much for making this for my Kate! Pictures do not touch how gorgeous it is. The vintage lace, pearls, tiny crystals, and the beautiful ballet pink color. Kate will truly look like a doll! You are the tutu whisperer. Designer of dreams!”

Tricia Borrego

“DQ Designs has been my trusted way of buying the upmost professional performance wear at THE most affordable cost I have ever experienced. The quality and care put into these works of art are unmatched and I recommend them to every professional I meet both in the United States and abroad.”

Lauren Lovette

“Exquisite custom tutus from an amazing artist with an eye for detail. My daughter has three… one even created from my wedding dress! Diane is the absolute best in terms of creating professional tutus!”

Dana Thomas

“Diane’s one-of-a-kind designs are unparalleled. Her eye for beauty and professional attention to every detail are displayed in everything she creates. My daughter and I were fortunate to have worked with her on creating two custom tutus for Sleeping Beauty. The imported gold lace for the Rose adagio made it all the more special. Diane’s elegant designs and craftsmanship make her the most sought after costumer around. We are grateful to have found her! ”

Dana Mackinnon

“Thank you, Diane, for creating masterpieces that are simply stunning on stage! Wearing your tutus gives Roxy confidence knowing how well they fit her and how beautiful they make her feel. She was awarded the 2017 YAGP Hope Award and placed Top 12 in 2018 wearing two of your beautiful creations! We can’t thank you enough for the time and care you put into every stitch.”

Becca Slavin

"Diane Schaubach's creations are breathtakingly beautiful because she is more than just a very talented seamstress. She has a love of dance and dancers, and a passionately creative mind—both of which drive her to create unique works of art that express the personalities of the dancers who wear her tutus.”

Paige Baker

"We love working with Diane and wouldn't go anywhere else. She works so hard making sure we are 100% satisfied with the color, design, detail and fit of the tutu. Mikayla has worn many of Diane's exquisite tutus to major ballet competitions such as YAGP, WBC and ADC and received compliments from the judges. Thank you for always making Mikayla feel stunning and confident, Diane!"

Dawn McKean

How to purchase from DQ Designs

ready to wear Boutique

Don't want to wait? You can shop for stage-ready tutus and professional ballet costumes in the brand new boutique. Each collection piece is one-of-a-kind and ready to ship today.

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Custom Orders

Completely custom, a piece from DQ Designs is truly a work of art. Diane is there for every step of the process, bringing your vision to life from sketch to the stage.

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