Thread: Nov/01/11 - Tiger Print Bella

Mmmm...

PROFESSIONAL BELLA TURKISH BELLY DANCE COSTUME | eBay

oh damn! I'm DYING for a tiger print costume. I clicked 'buy it now' but then went back to double check the measurements. Skirt is too short.

It was a pleasure just looking at this costume. It's a steal at the buy it now price though. Rrrrowrrrr!

Did you notice that there appears to be an overskirt (the tiger lycra) and a separate underskirt (the brown). The underskirt is 38 I think. However, you could wear any underskirt you wanted, at any length...

Originally Posted by Tatiana_MED

Did you notice that there appears to be an overskirt (the tiger lycra) and a separate underskirt (the brown). The underskirt is 38 I think. However, you could wear any underskirt you wanted, at any length...

I did notice and had that very same thought... but the skirt length was really the final issue. The bra is probably a smidgeon too small, too. I used to have a tendency to get REALLY excited about costumes and buy them even though they were an inch or two too small all over, then I always had to face facts & resell them. I'm trying to control myself! LOL

Tatiana, SO GORGEOUS!!! But ....

This is my friend's--i recognize it---she takes good care of her stuff.

I couldn't stand it any more. Watch for this beauty to wind up on the swap meet when it doesn't fit me.

So wish it would fit. It is gorgeous!

Originally Posted by Lauren_

I couldn't stand it any more. Watch for this beauty to wind up on the swap meet when it doesn't fit me.

dibs if it doesnt, depending on the bra, ya lucky girl :)

Originally Posted by Lauren_

I couldn't stand it any more. Watch for this beauty to wind up on the swap meet when it doesn't fit me.

I hope it works for you! But if it doesn't, please keep me in mind.

LOL ok, Ruta then Elissa, there's a line.

It's a gorgeous costume & a great price. It's going to make someone very happy. I hope it's me, but if not I'll be happy to pass it along.

Originally Posted by Lauren_

I couldn't stand it any more. Watch for this beauty to wind up on the swap meet when it doesn't fit me.

Oh fantastic! I almost hit "Buy it Now" too, but a closer look at the bra told me there was no way in heck I could wear it in public! Can't wait to see pics...

just an update in case anyone was wondering... the costume is SPECTACULAR. I can probably make the bra work (it's had lingerie bra cups sewn into it by someone other than Bella, but without them it would have no underwire on one cup...very strange.. but i may be able to have my seamstress change out the bra cups for a better fit.)

The hips are the problem. In the description it says 35-38" hooks currently set at 36" but I don't see any way to re-set the hips because it's a zipper! I CAN zip it up, but I have to have it at my waist and it's tight. LOL

I'm currently heavily committed to weightloss and making some progress, so I'm going to hang onto the costume until January. If I've made significant progress I'll keep it as a motivator (I should probably hang it near the fridge!). If not, I'll pass it along. It is too gorgeous to sit around in a box for more than a couple of months!

OK, I have to admit to myself that this thing is just WAY to small for me.

The TRUE upper hip measurement is about 34" and the bra would be best on a C cup. I'll message the gals who asked to be in line first....

that is soooo sad---i was looking forward to seeing you in this!!!

Originally Posted by taji-dancer

that is soooo sad---i was looking forward to seeing you in this!!!

Ditto - on both comments...

I was looking forward to seeing me in it, too!!

It's so gorgeous, but it seems more like a B/C very small D bra and a 34" hips... I'm a 36D with 38" hips. Not gonna fly.

I PMd the people in line and haven't heard back, not sure how long to wait before I put it out there....

*coughs* well I know I wasn't in line for this, but may I throw my hat in the hopper if you think it will fit a 34b? I've been hunting for a Bella and thought I finally had one on eBay until the seller totally flaked on me.

Originally Posted by Jenn

*coughs* well I know I wasn't in line for this, but may I throw my hat in the hopper if you think it will fit a 34b? I've been hunting for a Bella and thought I finally had one on eBay until the seller totally flaked on me.

I think it would fit a 34 B, but I'm only guessing... there are two in line before you, but if it comes to you I'll measure carefully or see if I can find a 34B friend to try it on for you.

Aw thanks! But don't worry about it now - I'm talking to French_bellydancer about buying her leopard Bella. It's all good!