The burlesque and drag worlds are rife with diversity, vibrancy and 'alternative' ways of living - some of which, sadly, don't get the representation that they deserve in mainstream society. The world is an unforgiving place and rarely extends the arm of acceptance out to those who appear 'different' in the eyes of a society … Continue reading An Interview With… Tyler T Love
Burlesque has long been a hip-swaying, shoulder-shimmying, bum-jiggling space that sparks self-love and confidence in the minds of many. It is a space that doesn't accept hate or negativity, and encourages all manner of body diversity - in fact, burlesque is made from the confidence that it emanates. As if you needed anymore encouragement to take … Continue reading 7 Plus-Size Burlesque Babes Who Will Inspire You To Love Yourself…
For much of my life, my body has held me back. Actually, let me clarify. For much of my life, I've allowed my body to hold me back. It had been firmly ingrained in my mind that I was too big to do the things that I wanted to do, that I would fail because … Continue reading Bravery & Bustiers – How a Burlesque Class Helped Me Conquer My Fears
If you follow me on social media you'll know that my most recent endeavour has been burlesque. For a long time, I've been interested in taking lessons but it's only been since I've discovered body positivity that I've actually booked the damned classes! And what can I say - after winning a 'gold star' for … Continue reading Body Lovin’ Burlesque | Q&A with the Expert…
If you're not too familiar with the art of burlesque, you might be forgiven for thinking that it only extends the arm of acceptance as far as one single body type. In fact, the only mainstream reference to burlesque has been Christina Aguilera and Cher's rendition of the art of the tease in 'Burlesque'. But, as … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why Burlesque Rocks the BoPo World…
For a long, long time now I have adored burlesque. Not just for the incomprehensibly beautiful women – although I don’t mind them, or course – but for the glamour, the tease, the mischief, the music, the movement, the art of it. Obviously, as a lesbian, I love burlesque for the beautiful women too, but that’s not what it’s all … Continue reading Besotted with burlesque…
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