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
The Burlesque Top 50 is out!
This year’s Burlesque Top 50 is out!
This annual list highlights the top 50 industry figures in the burlesque world. Take a look! If you’re a burlesque afficionado, you’re sure to spot some of your favorite performers (along with great pictures and videos). And if you’re unfamiliar with modern burlesque, the list is a great place to start! You might just learn a thing or two. Read the rest of this entry
Perfect Purple Dresses!
Eggplant Kick Pleat Hey Dress by Stop Staring available at Get Go Retro
Purple is a fun unexpected color that really turns heads!
But sadly it’s also one that’s often overlooked. Purple is every bit as sexy as red, yet with a dark mysterious twist. It’s shades are somehow vampy, dangerous, and playful all at once.
So, if you haven’t rounded out your pinup closet with a purple dress or two, take a look at these beautiful options and consider it! No matter what hue (violet, aubergine, grape, lilac, lavender, eggplant) purple shines. Try one of these great dresses today and make yourself stand out from the crowd! Read the rest of this entry
Sunday Spotlight: The Red Hot “Vaudezilla” Troupe of Chicago!
Burlesque troupes don’t get much hottter than Vaudezilla!
Created in 2008 by burlesque superstar Red Hot Annie, this production company has been a force to be reckoned with from the beginning. This talented group is a subject of the new documentary film “What A Tease!” and are setting a whole new standard in Chicago for burlesque variety shows.
One of the strengths of this troupe is its incredible diversity! Instead of pulling together burlesque starlets with very similar styles, Vaudezilla casts a wide net, in the tradition of classic vaudeville productions. Read the rest of this entry
Open Bottom Girdles: Sexy Body-Slimming Shapers With Hot Pin-Up Style!
The Kiss Me Kate Girdle, available at Upstagedleeds.co.uk
Open bottom girdles are a fabulous pin-up shaping secret! They smooth out panty lines and cinch the waist into beautiful retro curves. Much more comfortable than a full corset and much more useful than a skimpy modern garter belt, these undergarments are a must-have for vintage gals!
Over the years the traditional open bottom girdle of the 50s became smaller and smaller until it morphed into the skimpy useless garter belt of the modern day.
While modern garter belts from stores like Victoria’s Secret are often only an inch or so wide and fit in a thin band around the hips, the more traditional open bottom girdle stretches all the way from waist to upper thighs with beautiful results. These girdles accentuate the waist, give you a long lean line, and look especially great on plus-size figures!
Here are some of our favorite open bottom girdles from around the web. Give one a try if you haven’t already! Read the rest of this entry
How To Start A Career In Burlesque: Carmen Diablo of “The Burlesque Experience” Describes The Best Way To Break Into The Business
Burlesque performer and instructor Carmen Diablo. (photo by David McGhee)
After seeing their first burlesque show, almost every woman wants more!
They want to see more of the glamorous performers. They want to attend more shows, to get to know their local burlesque community, to become a part of our world…because they can instantly see how much fun this is!
Yet even more than that, most women watching from the audience secretly want to be on stage themselves. They want to experience the thrill of taking their clothes off, of expressing themselves, of being a star, of feeling sexy and making the audience want them.
So, the question most women are asking as they walk away from their first burlesque show is: how can I get up on that stage? How can I break into the burlesque business and where do I start? Read the rest of this entry
Stage Kitten 101: The Ultimate Secrets Of Stage Kittening From A Burlesque Pro!
Never stage kittened before? Not even sure what the heck a stage kitten is? Well, take a look at this expert stage kittening how-to put together by cheeky burlesque star Zenda LaBelle!
Zenda is a member of The Starlets burlesque troupe in Dallas, and is well known for her saucy performances. She also has an impressive amount of stage kittening experience. As you will see, this star believes that stage kittening is the best way to get to know the burlesque performers in your area and the ins and outs of this great business…all while having a lot of fun! Read the rest of this entry
