The Art of Teasing Tastefully in Burlesque Outfits

Sexy, seductive yet undeniably elegant, burlesque outfits offer the ideal opportunity to flaunt what you've got in a sophisticated and alluring manner.

Yet with so many different styles and options out there, it can be tricky to know exactly which garments to choose. The key to getting it right is to remember that the burlesque originated as a form of theatrical satire before developing into the twentieth-century striptease and cabaret shows for which it is now famous. Therefore, when gathering ideas it helps to think of your outfit as being more of a costume – flamboyant, artistic and designed to put on a show.

Accordingly, burlesque outfits should embrace femininity by accentuating curves, offering sneaky flashes of flesh and epitomising vintage glamour. What’s more, due to the satirical nature of the genre, exaggeration and humour are essential ingredients when dressing up in true burlesque style, and this leaves the door wide open for those of you that have the courage to take the theme of risqué to the max!

Remember, these outfits are designed to flatter – regardless of your shape or size. A frilly, boned corset will cinch your waist to perfect proportions and can be teamed with ruffled knickers, suspenders, black fishnet stockings and satin high heels to create the ideal ‘cancan girl’ outfit. Add a black top hat, long gloves and a cane to the equation and you’re ready to dance.

If the idea of stepping out with this much leg on show is a little too daunting, try replacing the panties with a short, net bustle or even a long, ruffled petticoat. Bustle dresses are also an option, as are panel skirts.

The trick is to accessorize as much as possible! Stockings or hold-ups, long gloves or gauntlets, and top hats, fascinators, feathered headbands or black veils are essential items. Fringed bras, tassels and pasties provide that extra bit of tease whilst doing the twirl, and feather boas and fans accentuate the fluffy look that typifies the burlesque.

Forget the idiom of ‘less is more’: pile on the make-up and the jewellery to your heart’s content! Beaded chokers, dangling earrings and glitzy bracelets are ideal, whilst false eyelashes, bold lipstick and matching nail varnish will complete the effect and have you looking like the queen of the cabaret.

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