French trapeze artist Jules Léotard invented the leotard in the mid-1800s to fulfill his performing demands. A garment that would allow him to move freely without catching or hanging was necessary for Jules Léotard, the creator of the two-swing trapeze technique. The piece's designer originally called it a bathing suit, but after his death in 1870, English speakers started calling it a leotard.

It is a single piece of clothing, with or without sleeves, that covers the torso. In that sense, it is very similar to a bathing suit. Gymnasts, acrobats, and contortionists are among the many performers who don it, which is worn underneath the skirt.

It is a timeless option for both gymnasts and dancers, and it is available in a range of designs, hues, and materials. For flexibility and ease of movement, stretchy fabrics like spandex are frequently used in its construction.

There is a reason why leotard dress is so popular. Judges can more easily see the athlete's form just because of their sleek appearance, which highlights the body's lines. Additionally, they provide a complete range of motion, which facilitates athletes' ability to execute intricate movements.

Gymnastics leotards come in a variety of colors and materials and are basically of three types as mentioned:

• Sleeveless
• Short-sleeved
• Long-sleeved