Beautiful Belly Dance Garments

What type of belly dancing garments are you looking for? Professional outfits? Fun funky jewelry? Anklets and bracelets or a simple coin belt? There are plenty of places where you can find belly dancing garments. There is something for every experience level of belly dancers. Even if you are not a belly dancer you can still find some amazing custom made pieces for affordable prices online.

Belly dancing jewelry: Jewelry like anklets, bracelets, arm bands, head pieces, rings and necklaces can all be found for great prices online. You do not need to be a belly dancer to appreciate the beauty of this style of jewelry. There are lots of big chunky pieces made of silver or gold complete with gems or stones that you cannot find anywhere else. If you are a jewelry lover you will get a whole other world if you search for belly dancing jewelry. Try it sometime!

Belly dancers also wear different styles of pants. Harem pants, yoga pants and rotation pants look wonderful with a hip scarf or coin belt. Yoga pants can also be worn for practicing your routines, taking classes or just lounging around! There are many places to buy pants online. Sizes are easy to find as they come in your basic Small, medium or large options. If you are getting your items from China or India, the small can be really small so make sure you check out the full measurements before you buy.

Belly dancing hip scarves are basically one size fits all. Many belly dancing apparel websites sell these like hot cakes. They are the most popular type of belly dancing garment. They can be sold for as little as $10 and can last forever. There are several different types based on fabrics, amount of coins and length of scarf. If you are not a fan of shopping online then there are probably a few stores in your town that sell hip scarves for a decent price.

Skirts and tops can also be found online. There are large varieties of tops and bras that are elegant and beautiful. If you are trying to save money then you could also find a DIY site that instructs you how to make your own belly dancing top using an old shirt or bra. Skirts come in a lot of different shapes and sizes and some are more revealing than others. Start browsing online and see what you can find. You will be amazed at all the different belly dancing garments that are out there!

Beautiful Belly Dance Of The Universe 2012

Do you think you have what it takes to be the Belly Dancer of the Universe in 2012? First prize wins $1000. You could buy a lot of belly dancing apparel for that amount. Even if you do not feel like participating in the contest, the opportunities for growth and personal advancement are priceless. There are over 18 workshops with 18 celebrity Judges, 3 gala shows, over 5,000 in cash prizes and VIP Parties.

The 22nd Global Belly Dancer of the Universe competition will be held February 17th, 18th and 19th in Long Beach California at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. Admission will be $18 at the door. This event is open to the public. You will be able to meet and be judged and coached buy previous years winners like Sadie, Leila Farrid, Helena, Sahra and Amir.

There are many categories for winners. Categories include, universal solo ($1000 cash prize), Egyptian solo ($1000 cash prize), drum solo ($300 cash prize), all ages group ($1000 cash prize), fusion solo ($300 cash prize), special prop solo ($300 cash prize), taksim solo ($300 cash prize), Junior solo (ages 13-17. $300 cash prize) and little solo (ages 12 and under, $300 cash prize). This year there will be a new category for family duets (minimum 4 people). There is also the champion of champions prize of 1,000. Champions in any three categories will become a member of the BDUC Hall of Fame.

Participants must be aware of the rules. Certain props like zils and veils must be used in performances and must not be used during other portions. Some of the music is live and other music (like in the Egyptian category) is from a CD which includes drum solos. Registration is open now so start practicing! There is not much time left before the competition begins.

If you are entering this competing make sure you also have the right outfit! You definitely need to look like a champion dancer if you wish to win at any category. Make sure your outfit represents your category properly and you complete your outfit with jewelry and accessories.

This is a great opportunity to network with other belly dancers and see if there is really something special about the way you dance. Even if you do not want to enter a competition you are still able to be judged if you wish. Will you be the next Belly Dancer of the Universe for 2012?

Beautiful Belly Dancing Class

If you are a student and you are wondering what to wear to belly dancing class then keep reading. You will learn what is appropriate to wear to beginner, intermediate and advanced belly dancing classes.

Beginner belly dancing class: If you are attending your first belly dancing class then be sure to wear something comfortable. You will likely be taking of your shoes and dancing in your socks or bare feet so make sure you have some comfortable socks or thin dance shoes on. You should wear some tight sweat pants or yoga pants. Something that is easy to move your hips in. Jeans might be a little stiff and big sweatpants won't allow you to see your hips making the movements.

Intermediate belly dancing class: If you have been attending beginner belly dancing classes for a few seasons and it's time to start your intermediate classes then it's time to start looking like a belly dancer. Wear a full circle skirt and a tight tank top or t-shirt. If you don't have a skirt then wear some yoga pants with a hip scarf. If you are taking your classes seriously and see yourself one day performing then looking the part while you practice will definitely help you advance.

Advanced belly dancing class: If you have made it passed beginner and intermediate classes then you are one step closer to becoming a professional dancer. It's time to start investing into your dancing. Search online for a belly dancing outfit and pick something that suits your personality and taste. While taking advanced belly dancing class you should wear a hip scarf and a skirt or pants. Don't be afraid to show up to class wearing some belly dancing jewelry too. Your teacher will be impressed and you will be able to see yourself at the next level, feel more confident and dance even better.

Always ask your teacher what she would prefer you wear. Some teachers will ask their students to dress a certain way or bring a hip scarf or veil with them to class. Be sure to bring your personality into your outfits when you come to class. Try not to be normal like everyone else. If you are belly dancing as a hobby and you are just having fun then that's ok, you can wear what you would like but if you are considering becoming a professional then you must look the part and feel like a belly dancer when you are practicing.