Thread: *SOLD* Stunning Purple Noussa in need of some TLC

Type: Full Costume

Style: Folkloric

Costume Size: Extra Small (bust 31-34 inches, waist 24-28, hips 34-37)

Seller's Country: Canada

Status: Available

I am reluctantly selling my beloved purple Noussa. It's absolutely beautiful and it's been a favourite. I bought it used and pretty worn from another dancer, put in some work to fix it up, but it's gotten more worn, and at this point it needs more work than I have time for. It's a really gorgeous costume, and it would definitely be dance worthy again with some a little tlc


Measurements:
Bra: V: 6", H: 7", D: 7.5"
Underbust 34"
Straps are 14.5" each
Length: 34.5 - 35.5"
Waist: My hips are 33", it can go a bit tighter with some elastic and can stretch quite a bit wider, probably to about 40".

You can see from the photos that although there is no major damage, there are lots of little fix ups that need attention.
-There is a small hole in the back seem of the skirt along the seam.
-The hem of the skirt needs to be redone.
-There are lots of small sections with just a few beads missing. This is not complicated work, just very time consuming.
-There is some discolouration on some of the larger beads. It does not affect the over all look of the costume, and can be left as is, but you may choose to replace them.
-There are a few small crystals missing but all of the large ones are in tact and give off a beautiful teal tint in the light. You can see that some of them are a tiny bit rusted in the back but it's really not noticeable unless you hold it right up to your face and inspect carefully.
-A few of the rhinestone chains inside of the leaves and stars are missing.
-The top clasp above the zipper is rusted, but you don't need it, the zipper is good enough.
-The skirt was a little big on me, so I partially sewed up the cut out on the hip, but it can be let out to reveal the original size. You may want to replace the mesh of the cut out since it's a little dingy.
-The damage on the bra is pretty similar to the skirt. A bit of bead and rhinestone loss.
-Some of the sheen of the fabric has worn off as well, but it still gives a beautiful two tone shine. In natural light the costume looks a little worn and dingy, but it definitely still sparkles.

The body photos were taken with the costume in its present state, so you can see that the damage is really not noticeable in the stage and restaurant lighting you will be working with, and with a big of beadwork, it will look pretty great.

I have replaced all of the beads on the tummy drape because they were quite discoloured.
The costume comes with a headband, one armband, and a double diamond shaped chiffon veil/wings lined with beads. It's good for small spaces where a veil isn't appropriate but you still want to make a bit of an entrance.

I would like to get about $150 for it.
Here is the link to the photo album
Purple Noussa pictures by raheldance - Photobucket

Umm... wow does that look good on you!

Interested but may be too tight on my hips

very interested. let me have some caffeine and reread..

Oh how I love Noussas. They are so loaded with beads that you wouldn't notice if 10% of them were missing, seriously. This is too short, otherwise it would be mine! Such a great deal. I never understand why these don't sell on Bhuz immediately.

I just know Im going to regret this but..Im going to pass..Whoever gets this will be a lucky girl and will hopefully keep me in mind for future

Interested! What is maximum lower hip? Would you ship to Spain?

Thanks!

Originally Posted by Yara

Interested! What is maximum lower hip? Would you ship to Spain?

Thanks!

Hi Yara,
yes I would ship to Spain but you would be responsible for the cost.
The price does not include shipping.
I will have to get back to you on the max lower hip. I did some work to tighten so I would have tto let it out to let you know the max. It's quite stretchy though.

Originally Posted by Rajuli

Interested but may be too tight on my hips

Rajuli, what is your hip measurement, I can take out the elastic and figure out the max.

Oh hold for Saabi

Sold thank you.