I think that particular designer labels are indicative of pro level costumes. If you buy a pharaonics costume you know its going to provide the look a pro dancer needs, and its also going to stand up to rigourous use.
However, there are also pro level costumes that are not made by these popular designers. A pro costume doesn't have to be made by a trendy popular designer.
Pro costumes usually are heavily beaded with glass beads and glass or crystal stones, though some of the most current designs are more minimalist (but these will have high quality fabrics that are draped, gathered, and cut 'just so'. The will still have quality bead work, just less of it.
Pro costumes provide immaculate fit. When properly sized and altered, they conform to your curves and flatter cleavage, booty, etc. Ultra cheap costumes generally have odd-shaped bra cups, and belts that don't hug the hips and butt, showing gaps and plumbers crack.
Costume designers are just like other designers, sometimes particular designs just aren't appealing to me. Honestly the two-piece and dress lycra costumes by Eman and Hanan are not that appealing to me. I love Pharaonics, and I love bedahs and skirt sets rather than two-pieces.
Sedonia
Quote:
Originally Posted by micamica
Okay, I am obviously an amateur dancer. After reading a couple of recent threads in the swap meet forum I have realized I am also an amateur with an untrained eye for costumes. I just can not figure out exactly what makes a pro level costume, pro level? I thought it had to do with the amount of beading or sequins, but now I am wondering if it is actually about the "designer label". Any clues for the clueless here? Thanks !
Nikki
|