Great flouncy sleeves
I first saw these sleeves on a video of a performance by Sadie, and I thought they looked like a *great* idea: the thick armbands are ideal for covering the upper arms, which can...
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Taming the Monsterskirt
One hears “12 metre skirt” and thinks of stupidly long trains in wedding gowns or fantasy outfits, more suitable for throwing down a window for Prince Charming to use as climbing rope, not belly...
Shoes – part III: Bleyer
I am giving Bleyer shoes their own post because I own two different pairs and have used them quite extensively. Bleyer has several different styles on offer for bellydancing, including some half-sandals quite close...
Shoes – part II: Dancing Barefoot (or almost)
The romantic image of a dancer with bare feet is one that appears quite often. The first suggestion a lot of people will give you is to go commando, so to speak. And while...
Shoes – part I: Flats and Slippers
My very first purchase for dancing, after the second class, was of shoes. When you’re dancing, your feet work a lot, and therefore any issues with your feet or footwear will reflect on your...