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I can't answer all your questions, but I thought I'd take a shot at a few:
2. Halter styles are often easier to adjust, as you usually only have to move one hook to get the right fit. In a costume with regular bra straps, you might have to detach both at the back and take them up to get the right fit. It's also often a good idea to move them in to a V or X-formation so that they're less liable to slide down off your shoulders.
It's normally not too difficult to convert a regular strap style to a halter style, if you prefer it. You detach the straps, cut them down to size, then attach hooks to the loose ends or sew the straps together. Keep in mind, though, that, if you have a large bust, a halter style may put uncomfortable pressure on your neck.
4. To me, 2-3" fringe can be pretty and is especially flattering if you have a long torso. One of the Sim Moda ads on this site pictures a pink costume with short looped fringe all the way around the bra. You might see if it will come up on the right-hand side if you refresh this window a few times. I think anything longer than 3", however, is foreshortening on most body types.
5. Part of the issue of fit depends on whether the belt attaches in one or two places. V-shaped Turkish-style belts normally attach on both sides, so it's easier to tilt them to get the right fit, whereas straight Egyptian-style belts normally attach on only one side, making them sometimes more difficult to adjust. The fit of these Egyptian-style costumes depends on how well the back of the belt is cupped: if it's not sufficiently cupped, the belt will gap at the waist. Some low-end ones aren't cupped at all, and you would have to do some serious sewing (cutting, darting, rebeading) to get a good fit. I had to do that with one of my belts, and, while it wasn't as difficult as I thought it would be, the process did take a while.
In the end, it's a matter of personal preference. Many people prefer the V-shaped Turkish-style bedlehs because they're easier to fit and adjust. Personally, I think the Egyptian straight-edged styles are more flattering on me, and I dislike the way that the scalloped edges on many Turkish-style costumes often bend outward and gap at the waist.
I hope some of that was helpful to you!
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