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Samba Dance Costume 101: understanding the basics

Posted by Charismatico on 15th Dec 2023

Samba Dance Costume 101: understanding the basics
The samba, like most South American dances, originates from a blend of African and South American influences. You will often see this dance style during Carnival in Brazil, but also in many other countries and settings. Let’s explore the reasons for the popularity of the samba and how choosing the right costume can help to highlight your performance.Where it all beganSamba can …

Global Inspirations: How Rave Costumes Vary from Country to Country

Posted by Charismatico on 6th Nov 2023

Global Inspirations: How Rave Costumes Vary from Country to Country
Music festivals and the overall rave scene are some of the most popular events globally, from Tomorrowland to Glastonbury to Burning Man. Tickets to these festivals often sell quickly, and participants spend months of the year preparing for these events. Attendees globally have put many of these festivities on the map, showcasing specific outfits geared towards the spirit of th …

Rave costume basics: a Beginners Guide to Dressing for the Party

15th Sep 2023

Rave costume basics: a Beginners Guide to Dressing for the Party
The thrill and energy of a rave will elevate all of your senses as you move to the DJ’s electronic beats while being engulfed in a visual spectacle of light shows and special effects. Typically, it is a large event that keeps you exhilarated and dancing with the crowd for hours on end enjoying the bedrock of modern-day rave culture, being PLUR (peace, love, unity, respect). …

Why Burlesque Dancing Can Be Your New Creative Outlet

15th Sep 2023

Why Burlesque Dancing Can Be Your New Creative Outlet
Those of us who have given any thought to the subject, probably have a vague, pre-conceived notion of burlesque. Picturing voluptuous, curvy women dancing suggestively in revealing bodices, often trailing a fabulous feather boa. And in many ways, we would not be too far wide of the mark, but there is much more to the story and some interesting reasons why some dancers are fi …

The impact of costume on performance: a psychological perspective

4th Jul 2023

The impact of costume on performance: a psychological perspective
Everyone loves a great costume to enhance the look and feel of a chosen dance. However, have you ever wondered about how costumes influence performance? The elegance of, let's say, a ballerina, is visually enhanced when swathed in a full tutu as opposed to the functional aspects of being performed in leotard and tights. A great costume does add to the viewing audience’s exper …