These are some fantastic costume pieces that I found on etsy. Join my Etsy Team to connect with other Etsy users who are interested in tribal fusion bellydance costuming.
*I have no arrangement with sellers of these items. These are simply items I have my eye on.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Burlesque Costume Inspiration
There are plenty of dancers who believe bellydance and burlesque belong to two different worlds that should never intersect. However, I do not agree. Vaudeville bellydance is especially related to burlesque because (to the best of my knowledge) burlesque was born in vaudeville. If you're looking to put a little more sass in your performances, look no farther than the ladies of burlesque. Full "oriental"-inspired burlesque costumes can also be fantastic inspiration for vaudeville bellydance costuming, although I would obviously recommend against wearing only tassels and a G-string for bellydance. Below are a few photos of a burlesque performer named Cherry Dee Licious a.k.a. TurrrboCherry from the Finnish burlesque troupe Itty-Bitty Tease Cabaret. She posted these photos on her fabulous vintage fashion blog The Freelancer's Fashion Blog. Her makeup here is gorgeous, and her top would be perfect for bellydance. Enjoy!
Monday, April 25, 2011
Barbary Coast Shakedown
Saucy performance from Barbary Coast Shakedown. I love the (tastefully done) can can dancer and saloon girl influences.
Zafira Dance Company
Two wonderful dancers from Zafira perform a lively and playful piece. I'm experiencing some serious costume envy right now, but then again... when am I not?
Friday, April 22, 2011
1920s Costume Inspiration
A few modifications and you'd have a lovely skirt for your next performance.
Rachel Brice's Playlist
Truly marvelous playlist created by the one and only Rachel Brice. The link opens iTunes, which is free to download if you don't already have it.
http://c.itunes.apple.com/us/imix/intoxicants-for-tribally-inclined/id421510845
Free Beats Antique Album
Zoe Jakes' fabulous band Beats Antique is giving away their second album for free. Don't foget to support the band by buying their next album. To download Collide, follow the link below:
http://beatsantique.bandcamp.com/album/collide
Samantha Emanuel
Samantha Emanuel, also known as Samantha Hasthorpe, improvising to music by Dan Cantrell.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
The Killer Dillers
This is not bellydance by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a classy burlesque performance that could be a great piece of inspiration for using feather fans in your bellydance.
The Indigo
Comedic piece by The Indigo performed at Tribal Fest. The music is fabulous, and this piece really makes you appreciate the ladies' talent for incorporating humor.
Alphonse Mucha
Costume inspiration from the amazing Alphonse Mucha. Huge fan of Mucha... so this definitely won't be the last you'll see of his work on this blog.
Natalie Brown
Natalie Brown dancing in Asheville. Ladies & Gentlemen, this is what we call slow intensity.
Zoe Jakes
Zoe Jakes of The Indigo performs a fan dance. I believe the song is by The Crow Quill Night Owls. If you know the song name, please leave a comment.
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