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Hair Styles for Dances

Costumes that glitter
In rainbows and gold
Jeweled scarves on our hips
Our eyes traced in kohl

Bangles on wrists
on ankles and neck
Rings on our fingers
A Dancer bedecked!

But what about HAIR?

hairstyle

photo courtesy of plasticsparrow

Our hairstyle is the crown we wear everyday. Hair styles for dances must compliment our costume without inhibiting movement.

hair style bellydance Most bellydancers prefer to let their hair be natural and free. As soon as you add clips, flowers, jewels, or scarves, you limit what you can do with your head. photo courtesy of buckofive hair style for bellydance
Otherwise, a simple headband or barrette can be added to keep hair away from the face. Movement is not greatly limited unless you get really wild.
photo courtesy of brtsergio

The single, most important aspect of hair styles for dances is...

hair styles for dances

...Cleanliness

If you like what is on top of your head for everyday use, chances are you can use it that way for your dance.

If your hair is clean, and you like the cut and color of it, it will work for all dance activities.

Wiq Hair Styles for Dances

hair styles for dances A wig is 'ready-made' hair. However, there are a few considerations:

  • Try it on! - See how it looks before you buy. Dance in it a bit to get a feel for the weight, and fit.

  • Movement of the Head is Limited - neck rolls and flips will upset the wig (or toss it completely free)

    photo courtesy of basykes

  • Good Wigs Cost $$$$ - You need real hair, quality mesh for a good fit and fairly dense (halloween wigs are inadequate).If you are going to purchase a wig, do not sacrifice quality for a bargain! You'll regret it!

  • Wigs do not Grow-Back - If you get tired of the color or style of the hair, it is difficult to change.

    Gypsy Hair Flair

    For a gypsy-style hairstyle, use colorful scarves and braids.

    gypsy style

    photo courtesy of Michael Bird

    Tribal - A New Hair-Do!

    tribal hair

    photo courtesy of Woodrow

    The new wave in hairstyles for dances comes from North America! Tribal-style Bellydance has incorporated the hair adornments of many continents from the 'hula' or 'spanish' flowers, to the nomadic tribes (gypsies) and 'Geisha' style (sticks and jewels).

    Short Hair? Grey? No Problem!

    Here's proof that any hair color or length is beautiful!

    photo courtesy of SheltieBoy


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