| The Belly Dancing Bra is a key component to the | | | | belly dancing bras are designed to cover very well. |
| entire belly dancing costume set. It is often very brightly | | | | Due to the reflective nature of the sequins and beads |
| designed with beautiful beads. The costumes are often | | | | any rippling or ill-fitting material will really show through. |
| mixed and match sets where one bra can be used | | | | So it is best to avoid Bras that have elastic or ones |
| with different skirts to create new outfits. | | | | that do not provide adjustability. If it is your first |
| Belly Dancing Bra Styles | | | | purchase consider buying a larger size and adjusting it |
| Belly Dancing Bras come in two basic styles Egyptian | | | | down using the shoulder straps and the band. |
| and Turkish. The Egyptians are generally regarded as | | | | Also of note is the fact that most manufactures leave |
| some of the best designers in the world and though | | | | the edges of their bra straps unfinished. This is on |
| they favor the Egyptian style they also make the | | | | purpose so that you can attach the bra to anything |
| Turkish style bras as well. | | | | you like which saves the effort of ripping seams and |
| It is important to not that the bra and belt come in | | | | re sewing to finish your belly dancing costume. |
| matching sets. The bras are covered in coins, beads, | | | | Inexpensive Bras |
| or sequins that flash and sparkle with the dancers | | | | If you are going to be a professional Belly Dancing |
| movements. There are many websites that sell the | | | | then expect to shell out some cash for your bra, |
| bra and belt sets and even some that can offer | | | | however if you are just starting out then there are |
| custom sizing if you are in need of a bra in larger sizes | | | | some more economical options. Student dancers and |
| than off the shelf. This is very important because fit | | | | even semi pros can find bras that are considerably |
| and size are the most important factors for a | | | | lighter and cheaper than the professional models and |
| comfortable and beautiful belly dancing bra that will | | | | they still provide a full range of adjustability. |
| function well during the most aggressive belly dancing | | | | The Corset |
| moves. | | | | The final consideration in your bra purchase is the |
| Belly Dancing Bra Sizes | | | | corset. If you are using a corset style Belly Dancing |
| It is commonly assumed that a belly dancing bra size is | | | | Bra then make sure you get one where the lace is |
| the same as normal bra size. This is not necessarily | | | | adjustable. This assures that you can make the cross |
| so. For instance if you normally use a size 32C you | | | | over straps fit you comfortably and still even distribute |
| may well find that a 34B will fit quite comfortably with | | | | the weight this way you can enjoy dancing without |
| a few minor adjustments to latch settings since most | | | | worry of a "slip out. |