How Do You Put Together A Basic Belly Dance Costume?
Belly dancing is the art of celebrating a woman’s curves and feeling good about yourself. Your belly dancing costume should make you feel empowered and sensual. A basic belly dancing costume is good for practicing around your house or in class. Find a suitable top. Select a silk or silk-like blouse that bares your midriff. Look for a “choli,” which is what Indian women wear underneath their saris. Your blouse needs to cover your entire bust line and back so you can wear a bra underneath. Wear a bra that provides adequate coverage if you cannot find a suitable blouse. Buy pantaloons that fall just beneath your navel. Choose a pair made of opaque fabric with cut slits lengthwise in the legs. You can also wear a light, floor-length, flowing skirt that is easy to move in. Wear appropriate underwear underneath your pantaloons, since you can see through the fabric. Secure a hip belt. Cut 4-inch wide strip from stretch fabric long enough to wrap around your waist and tie. Attach a row of ligh
