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Costuming from the Hip
By Dawn Devine and Barry Brown
Costuming from the Hip is a comprehensive
reference for anyone who works with Middle Eastern
dancewear. Dancers, costume makers, designers, and
historical re-enactors will like the many illustrations,
historical patterns, construction techniques, and
hundreds of hints and tips. This 118-page book will take
you step-by-step through measuring your body, researching
your costume, laying out the patterns, fitting it, and
accessorizing your creation.
Detailed topics include:
- Making your measurement chart
- Turkish coats, kaftans, and robes
- Veils
- Jewelry
- Designing for every body type
- Coin, tassel, and cabaret belts
- Bras and cholis
- Shirts, vests, and blouses
- Men’s wear
- Going professional
An extensive bibliography and a list of mail-order
resources is included.
Item Code: BK-001
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