COVETABLE CRYSTAL COSTUMES
My memories of the lovely Amber ‘Showpaz’ Topaz go right back to the very start of my burlesque journey. As a newbie back in 2007, I’d nabbe...
SEQUINS - PIMP UP MY COSTUME!
Photo by Steven Gregson
Charlotte and Ruby Deshabille chat about holographic sequins, rhinestones and beads in this one-on-one interview.
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BALLROOM DANCE COSTUMES FOR COMPETITIONS
Ballroom dancing is one of the most elegant, sophisticated forms of dance, and the costumes are made to match the style and grace of the movement.M...
LEARNING THE SECRETS OF BURLESQUE COSTUMING
As a pre-Christmas treat for you all, Charlotte sits with UK Queen of Burlesque Miss Polly Rae who kindly shares a few of her golden costuming secr...
GLITZ AND GLAM: INTERVIEW WITH A UK BURLESQUE DANCER
When I began performing on the UK Burlesque circuit in 2006, a love for the costumes was a large part of the fuel behind my ambition. As the years ...
SMASH THE COMPETITION WITH A SPARKLY BIKINI!
When you're getting ready for the competition of a lifetime, you want the focus on all your hard work. Having the right outfit can help, bu...
WHAT IS BURLESQUE?
Burlesque has been creating waves in the entertainment industry since the Victorian era. It has recently begun to recirculate in popularity as wome...
THE FEATHER BOA
An iconic piece of fashion history, a staple in standing out, a favourite amongst the confident and collected individuals. The Feather Boa ticks al...
ADD SOME SPARKLE TO YOUR HORSE RIDING EQUIPMENT
HORSE RIDING EQUIPMENT
Standing out in Equestrian based competition can be difficult. There is a plethora of competition trying to stand out, no d...
JAZZ UP YOUR COMPETITION COSTUME
Competition season is upon us, and we want to help give you every edge possible over the opposition. Judges will be dishing out style points for th...
LONDON'S WEST END AND CRYSTALS
Here at Crystal Parade we have a lot to be proud of. We are proud of our wide product range, not only including a plethora of premium crystals and ...
HOW TO ADD SPARKLE TO YOUR MOTIF
A beautiful motif can lift the look of any costume, dress or craft project, but what if you took it one step further? Why don't you have a go at ad...