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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 …

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 …

When it comes to dance costumes, the texture of the fabric plays a vital role. Certain textures will enhance the movements, flow, and fluidity of the dance, so it is crucial to make sure you are choosing the right one that you need. For example, some textures add shimmer and sparkles, whereas other texture details like ruffles and fringe can add so much to each movement. In …

Whilst the focus of this short article will include references to Latin Dance, the information can be applied to virtually any type of dance clothing for any genre. Here at Charismatico, we want you to feel and look your best before any dance performance so have put together a short list of reasons why adequate advance preparation is key before you hit the stage.Regardless of w …

The flair, extravagance, and beauty of modern-day Latin dance costumes are steeped in tradition and have evolved over the years, in line with changing Latin American fashion trends. Central America, South America, Mexico, and parts of the Caribbean were colonized by Spanish or Portuguese and are collectively referred to as Latino or Latin American. The differing cultures of eac …