Friday, July 17, 2009

The Necessity of a Proper Belly Dancing Outfit

By Veena Kimshire

Belly dancing is becoming a popular activity all over the world. It is fun and challenging and anyone can learn to do it. Unlike many activities, belly dancing doesn't require a hefty investment in equipment or props. In fact, all you need (besides you hips) is proper belly dancing outfit. Luckily, you can even make this outfit yourself if you take the time to learn what it takes.

Wearing your normal day to day clothes is definitely out of the question. You could theoretically perform the same dance routine in any clothing but the overall effect of this dance would be different depending on what clothing you wear. The dance itself and the clothing worn by the belly dancer go hand in hand to create a beautiful and rewarding routine able to capture the imagination of anyone watching.

Belly Dancing Outfit Essentials

Belly dancing outfits are actually quite simple. They consist of three parts: the decorated bra, a belt, and a skirt. The skirt generally hangs from the waste clear down to the floor. However, it can also be a shorter skirt depending on your locale and taste. The belt and bra are generally decorated and help to pull the entire outfit together.

Are you interested in creating your own personalized belly dancing outfit? Luckily there is no limit to what can be done. You can design your outfit with any colors you like and make a unique outfit that reflects your personal style. Some dancers prefer to wear conservative outfits in muted tones so as not to detract from the dance itself. Others prefer to wear eye catching outfits that add a lot of flash to the dance. Ultimately the choice is yours. Just keep in mind that belly dancing isn't so much about the clothing as it is about the dance- so your outfit should compliment your dance instead of detracting from it.

It is important not to go too far when decorating your outfit. If it jangles and glitters so much that it is hard to differentiate your different movements or just plain distracting for those watching then your outfit is ineffective. Sometimes fewer well placed jewels have a more dramatic effect than hundreds of dangling jewels and beads.

If you aren't sure about putting together your own outfit then you can hire someone to help you. Maybe you even have a friend that has good design sense. There are many options and it is rewarding to create your own special outfit to wear while belly dancing.

No matter the type of outfit you design or buy there is one more important thing to consider. You will be wearing your new belly dancing outfit when you dance, so you want it fit well and be comfortable.

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