Mary0309 started this discussion ·
I need some suggestions on where to find pole costumes. Does anyone have some good web pages that they use for competitions or shows? I appreciate any suggestions! Thanks a bunch! :)
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Veena ·
I know a lot of girls buy basic pole bottoms and tops and add rhinestones, extra fabric, feathers and things to them.
Ditto Veena. If you buy basic and make it yourself it will be truly one of a kind. If you are not a DIYer there are places to buy costume pieces on etsy, also discountstripper (they run small) and also many dance suppliers for ballet/tap will have pieces.
The one name I have heard time and time again is Kelly Maglia. I am sure her costumes are not cheap though. But most everyone I know makes their own. And you do not need to know how to sew either. Liquid stitch and quick grip go a long way for a costume!
I have made and helped several girls with costumes. There are great swimsuits with boy short bottoms and sports bras have a lot of styles too. Basic pole wear can also be embellished. In addition ro the big craft store chains i always check estate and yard sales for sewing supplies. I often find vintage trims. Kelly Maglia has beautiful and extremely well made costumes, they are pricey but as a seamstress I will attest to the superior quality and the garments are investment pieces.
MsBKitty ·
There are a ton of options at www.badkitty.com. Mixing and matching from the dance and pole wear will help to create a secure and fun costume.
Charley ·
I second Bad Kitty! The thing is most of the time competitions or shows have dress codes about exposure, I've used basic Bad Kitty or Mike tops and bottoms and embellished them myself. I've used old Halloween costumes - of the sexier variety which can be gotten at BK, Lover's Lane, Cirillas or Yandy. BK bottoms are cute, fitted for coverage and look great. I love them as a base. You can get a rhinestone setter for like $10 at JoAnn's and bedazzle your heart out. I've also done tear away costumes with velcro and hot glue. With a wee bit of sewing you can make your own body binds I found after waiting too long to order and realizing my custom wouldn't be done in time. It was a little janky because I don't sew but it worked :)
