Good info on that site Liz, thank's. I favorited it.
I've got so many sites in my favorites, and I added all the links in this thread. oO I reeeeeeally need to organize my favorites... XD
Thank you all again!
I have a dress I dearly love---it's my favorite. I bought it at Wal-Mart quite a few years ago, and I take care of it because I don't want anything to happen to it. It's from Kathy Lee's old line (Wal-Mart no longer carries it). The outer shell is 100% nylon, and the lining is 100% polyester, and is very clingy (shows my curves XD ) I adore it, and bought it long before I started taking bellydance classes, and have often wondered if it could work somehow as a dance dress. It's beautiful as it is, and I think copper or gold-colored glass beads sewn along the paisley designs on the dress would make it stunning, but I'm so afraid they would be too heavy for the material. I'd be broken-hearted if it ever snagged or ripped. When I get the chance, I'll take a pic of myself in it, and post it here for you all to see, so you can give me your honest opinion of whether or not it would work for performances, and what I might be able to do with it (as far as decorating/accessorizing) without ruining it. Or, if I should just leave it as a favorite everyday dress.
I personally prefer the 2 piece bra and skirt style. It accentuates the tummy area which I like. I love how belly dance really flatters your body, so showing a little skin makes it more enjoyable for me. Not to mention I also want to learn belly dancing so I can preform nice dances for my Jason. I love to show a little extra for him of course. I never wish to preform in front of others, otherwise, I'd prefer something that covered up more.
Trust me, I've got tummy I'm not too fond of, and a little more weight on my thighs than I need, which is why if I did dance in public, I'd be wearing a dress with plenty of coverage. Since it's just me and Jay, I don't need to feel as self conscious.It isn't aways appropriate though,Luna. In some circumstances a dancer will want to wear a dress especially for folkloric based numbers and for those of us less fortunate than yourself regarding bodyshape or age , we prefer a dress. Thankfully there are lots of glamorous dresses that suit everyone and I know young slim dancers who love them too.
As long as your Jason is happy, you carry on, girl showing that flesh.
Trust me, I've got tummy I'm not too fond of, and a little more weight on my thighs than I need, which is why if I did dance in public, I'd be wearing a dress with plenty of coverage. Since it's just me and Jay, I don't need to feel as self conscious.