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What Happened to the March Issue?March is possibly the most exciting month for dance on the West Coast. Rakkasah West, one of the most prestigious and well attended Middle Eastern dance festivals in the world takes place just miles from my home. The perfect debut for my new book - but boy, getting that new book done in time... Rakkasah 2001 - Trend ReportEvery year, some of the most exciting styles from designers overseas are all introduced at the same location. This report is an overview of the trends that are happening in the world of dance costuming. What's hot this year? Bedlah, Baubles and BeadsOur new book is finished! Bedlah focuses on the development of the embellished beaded and fringed bra and belt sets. But this book is more than just a set of 'how-to' intstructions. Instead, it intruduces the reader to professional design techniques and terminology. SCA Ensemble - Initial ConsultationThis ongoing series will follow a costume project through the various steps and stages of production. This first article recounts the initial consultation process. |
Many of the vendors who attended Rakkasah have websites. Here are a few to get you started window shopping:General VendorsArtemis Imports - Music, videos, books, patterns, costume pieces, jewelry, veils, tribal/folkloric costume elements. Scheherezade Imports- High fashion glamourous dresses and bra and belt sets. Shimmy scarves, bra/belt sets, skirts and pants and more. Selected music, books and accessories. Audrena's International Bazaar - Carries complete costumes, music, videos, books and host of other dance items. Shimmy-Shimmy.com - This booth at Rakkasah was bigger than ever and filled with inexpensive, but beautiful, halters, shimmy belts and jewlery. Turquis International - Madam Abla Costumes, Egyptian Fringe, Zills, and other stuff. Specialty VendorsL. Rose Designs - Carries skirts, cholis, pants and veils for tribal-fusion, Gypsy-esque costumes. Domba! - This vendor carried bras and belts, skirts and pants. I thought their approach to tribal was fresh and exciting and easy to wear with fantasy-Gypsy, fusion, or even quazi-historical styles. Saroyan - With a return to 'vintage' styles, the '70s style coins and fringe look is experiencing a resurgance. Saroyan coins produce the best sound and substantial look. Liquid Silver - This vendor had the most lovely vintage and new assuit and costume pieces made from these luxurious fabrics. Her webiste is extremely informative. Dancers With VideosDelilah - Not only were the selling videos, promoting her fabulous Hawaiian retreat, but, they were selling the most lovely goth-esque stretch velvet dresses! Susanna Del Veccio - I find that the best workout I can get at home is with Susanna's videos. I'm on my second copy of 'Precision Motion Workout!' Her performance videos are inspiring! Suhaila - Not only was she selling her impressive collection of videos, but she has expanded her line of cosmetics. Visit her very well designed and fun website. FatChanceBellyDance - The founder of ATS had a buzzing booth at Rakkasah with tribal jewelry, books, bindis and costume pieces from Flying Skirts of San Francisco. Hahbi Ru - Not only were they selling their videos at Rakkasah, they had lovely Assuit fabric for sale at resonable prices. Their instructional videos are FABULOUS! And for dancers who are looking for male role models, these videos are a great offering. Alexandria - Not only does Alexandria have a large troupe, she carries video tape and has a nifty web site with pictures of performances. Her Belly Dance Comix are FUN!
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The List - Festival Survival KitIf you are heading out to a major festival, taking the time to plan ahead and build a survival kit will make your trip a more comfortable and enjoyable experience. Q/A - Where are the Pictures?Hey Davina, Can we see some pictures? Reading ListEven the most experienced seamstress can find herself in need of a general all-purpose sewing guide. This month's reading list includes a collection of general sewing reference books. Shopping TipsWhat did most folks buy at Rakkasah? Here are a few of the most popular items purchased at this festival. Read the results of this informal poll. Links PageTo save on time and space, we are going to be putting our links on one page. Visit our links page to jump off to adventures on the web. |
