| A belly dancing costume that comes with all the | | | | The use of veils made of silk and chiffon can be |
| accessories included can be termed belly dancing | | | | added to your dance routine as props. Belly dancers |
| wear. What you will find with belly dancing wear is the | | | | will often make use of a feather boa for an extra |
| skirt, the bra and the belt. You might even find that a | | | | dramatic effect. Coins sewn onto your bra will make a |
| headpiece and jewelry is also included with your | | | | nice tinkling sound as you dance and provide a |
| costume. | | | | shimmering look under lights. |
| The Skirt | | | | Mixing it Up |
| You can put together your own belly dancing wear. | | | | Get some good pieces to change your belly dancing |
| Choose a skirt that is most appropriate for your | | | | costume every once in a while. Experiment with |
| dancing. The most common choice among belly | | | | headpieces and jewelry to see how it affects your |
| dancers is a skirt. They can be a simple skirt or a | | | | performance. Don't be afraid to try out a new bra and |
| more complex tiered number with slits up the sides. | | | | skirt to see if the movement of the new item will add |
| The skirt can be embellished with fringe and beads. | | | | to or enhance your dance routine. Make sure you |
| Some skirts have beautiful embroidery. Some belly | | | | check with your venue to be sure you are adhering to |
| dancers use harem pants instead of a skirt. Harem | | | | their rules for belly dancing wear. |
| pants can achieve a flowing effect when the dancer is | | | | The items you select should be comfortable enough to |
| moving and performing her routine. | | | | dance in. You should be able to make all of your |
| Belly Dancing Accessories | | | | movements easily without the costume becoming an |
| The hip scarf is a popular accessory among belly | | | | encumbrance. Make sure you shop around for great |
| dancers. It is added to the skirt and follows the hip | | | | deals on your costume. |
| motions of the dancer. You can add sequins to your | | | | It is always possible to buy a complete costume and |
| bra and skirt if you want a little flash. Arm cuffs and | | | | add to it as your routine and performance changes. |
| headpieces are other common accessories. Don't | | | | You will have many ideas about the things you would |
| forget to add some jewelry to your costume. The | | | | like to see on your costume and should feel free to |
| selection of the right jewelry can really set off your | | | | add them as you wish. Look for some authenticity |
| costume. | | | | when you are shopping for accessories for your |
| Belly Dancing Props | | | | costume. |