The Dirty Blonde wins The Pasties And Pinups Burlesque Competition!
The Pasties And Pinups Burlesque Competition was held in Texas this year and drew an amazing crowd!
The Dirty Blonde kicked ass this round, wowing the audience with the blinding rhinestones, fluffy boa, and raunchy bump n’ grind of her “Pink Diamonds” routine! Second place went to the incredible Ginger Snaps who rocked a sassy fan dance full of attitude!
The contest was put on by All American Pinups, and raised thousands for troops who are currently deployed and troops who have been wounded in action. A truly great cause.
And a big big thank you to all the wonderful event sponsors, including Lone Star Pinups, LoveSick Hairclips, Little Lily Designs, Retrospect Dry Goods, Darts Aloha Tattoo, and more!
Just take a look at this amazing prize package: Read the rest of this entry
Please “Like” This Tassel-Twirling Video And Send The Dirty Blonde To New Orleans!!!
Please “like” this Youtube video and send me to perform in New Orleans! (Just click this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfr7vF4ustM and hit “like”. It’s that simple!)
It’s official, folks! I’m a finalist in the Shake Our Souls Burlesque Competition!!!
What’s that, you ask? Why, that means that out of a field of hundreds of performers, my classic burlesque act has been selected as one of the final 3, and I’m so happy I could burst! Finalists have until the end of May to each get as many “likes” as they can for their videos. By the end of May, whoever’s Youtube video has the most “likes” wins a free trip to New Orleans and gets to perform there with Slow Burn Burlesque!!!
The competition is sponsored by the amazing new documentary “Save Our Souls“, a film about the kick-ass Slow Burn Burlesque troupe and the beat of burlesque in post-Katrina New Orleans. It takes us on a wild feather-and-glitter-filled romp through a city that has been “destroyed and rebuilt one pastie at a time”. Check it out! It’s truly an fun, intense, and beautiful movie.
The other two finalists are the amazing Lula Hoop-Garou of Dallas and Lady Jack of Chicago, and I feel so incredibly honored to be in their company! These are some seriously talented performers. So go to this YouTube site and like a video. Like 2 videos. Hell, like all 3 finalists if their videos all tickle your fancy. But one way or another, please get involved in this competition and help a lovely lady live her dream of performing in New Orleans!!!
And if you really want to lend a hand, here is a tweet you can send out and a short post you can put on Facebook. Thank you so much for voting and for spreading the word! It really means the world to me! *big hugs and kisses*
Please tweet this:
“Like” this tassel-twirling video and help a sassy burlesque performer! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfr7vF4ustM @_TheDirtyBlonde #burlesque @ThatBrlsqMovie
Please post this to Facebook:
I love this burlesque performer! Please GO TO HER YOUTUBE VIDEO, CLICK “LIKE” and help her win a trip to perform in New Orleans! Warning: Amazing tassel twirling ahead!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bfr7vF4ustM
Rompers = Retro Sexay
What’s a romper, you say?
In short, a skimpy curve-hugging playsuit. This adorable ultra-short item was introduced around 1900 as lingerie and became extremely popular in the 1950s as leisurewear.
Today there are two basic versions: day and night. The cotton daytime styles make a perfect retro 50s outfit for summer days; while silk, satin, lace, and velvet styles invite slinky boudoir lounging.
Do your part to bring back an adorable and long-forgotten style! Just feast your eyes on some of these cuties. Read the rest of this entry
The Big Reveal: Cheeky Undies
The Maison Belle De Nuit panty.
Everyone loves a little cheek!
While stripping down during a burlesque reveal, we always strive for each piece of clothing (even our final skimpiest pieces) to be beautiful. Why start with an elegant sequined gown and elaborate feather-and-rhinestone-encrusted headpiece only to present yourself at the finale in a cheap boring thong from Electrique Boutique? (yawn)
Next time, try one of these beauties instead! Read the rest of this entry
“Butthoven’s 5th Symphony” by Michelle L’Amour. I…I Just Couldn’t Stop Watching…
Every so often I like to take the time to highlight some of the truly innovative, impressive burlesque performances out there.
Is this one innovative? Impressive? Spectacular? Well, I’m not sure exactly how to classify it at all, but this act by Michelle L’Amour sure gives a whole new meaning to the phrase “cheeky performance”. It nearly had me rolling on the damn floor!
Just take a look:
Michelle L’amour performs “BUTTHOVEN’S 5TH SYMPHONY” from franky vivid on Vimeo.
Awesome!
“Crazy Horse” Premiers in Dallas This Friday!
The hot burlesque documentary Crazy Horse opens this Friday at The Angelika Theater!
Since its founding in Paris in 1951, the Crazy Horse has set the standard worldwide for elegant, elaborate, and breathtakingly beautiful strip tease. This new documentary by Frederick Wiseman takes us backstage for the first time, giving us a look at the countless hours of practice, choreography, and costuming spent behind the scenes to put on such a spectacular one-of-a-kind production!
This film is a must for burlesque performers looking to hone their craft! Watching consummate professionals like these strut their stuff on film will not fail to impress, and the jaw-dropping costume and lighting effects in this movie alone will leave you floored. Read the rest of this entry
How To Produce Kick-Ass Burlesque Shows! – The Great Vivienne Vermuth Talks Getting Into The Business, Finding Inspiration, And Surefire Ways To Get Any Audience On Their Feet
Vivienne Vermuth is a professional makeup artist and performer who has produced one-of-a-kind burlesque shows for many years. Her over-the-top productions have a reputation for incredible success, regularly selling out venues and attracting a rabid following of loyal fans.
Want to see her in action? Vivienne’s next production is the Vaudevillian World’s-Fair-themed “Showgirl Follies” in Dallas on Friday, Feb 25th! She can also be found debuting an incredible new act in the upcoming Viva Dallas “Technicolor Fairy Tales” on March 2!
Kick back and enjoy our lovely interview with this talented burlesque pro: Read the rest of this entry
Latex Fashions (part 2): Sexy, Sleek, Beautiful, And Absolutely Over-The Top Costumes!
Latex Custom Couture Dress by Vex Clothing (VexClothing.com) - One-of-a-kind My Fair Lady ascot gown made entirely of latex!
Perfect for the burlesque stage or high concept themed photoshoot, these outfits are not for the timid, but they are attention-getting and fun!
Smooth and shiny and in bold high contrast colors, latex packs a punch for burlesque performances, especially if you’re portraying an animated character or enacting a super-kinky concept.
There are many gorgeous latex outfits out there, but here are a few creations that can really dazzle onstage. Far from the standard black dominatrix wear or simple nurse outfit, these couture latex costumes are true works of art! Click on any of the pics for order information and more about the designers. Have a look:
Latex Fashions (part 1): Colorful Cartoonish Pinup Dresses!
The Lily Wiggle Dress from PandoraDeluxe.com. Available in a variety of assorted colors!
I’m sure latex is not your go-to fabric for everyday wear. These glossy ultra-form-fitting duds are a bit much for a casual lunch at the coffee shop down the street, but they’re a perfect choice for the stage, for photo shoots, or for that once a year totally-over-the-top party you’ve been invited to!
One thing’s for certain: wherever you go, a latex outfit is sure to get you noticed. This sleek plasticized material gives wearers an ultra-crisp, almost cartoonish appearance (Think Katy Perry or Wonder Woman).
There are a slew of online boutiques featuring latex pin-up inspired couture, and many of their fashions are miles away from the one-dimensional black latex dominatrix wear of years past.
On the contrary, these styles are candy-colored, ruffly, patterned, and altogether playful! Here are a few favorites from ultra-hot designers Pandora Deluxe, Inner Sanctum, and Maggie Delena (click on the pictures for more info on these sexy clothing lines!): Read the rest of this entry
Bathing Caps: Revive This Fun and Playful 50s Style!
Pinup styles are coming back with a vengeance. We’ve seen trendy wiggle dresses, pin curls, waist cinchers, and seamed stockings seep back into the mainstream and enjoy some much-deserved attention lately.
But some retro items are still sorely missed. And one of these is the adorable, cheeky, oh-so-cute bathing cap of the 1950s!
“Bathing cap?” you exclaim, with a puzzled look on your face. “Bathing cap?! Aren’t those just for grandmothers?“
The answer to that question is an emphatic no! Read the rest of this entry
