This
flamboyant, gorgeous dress is as much part of a flamenco show as the singing or
dancing. The ruffles seem to come alive and move by themselves when you watch
the dancer move around the stage. Probably just like every girl, I was also
curious about these colourful dresses. On the week before the Feria (read more about the fiesta here) I was
chatting to one of my flatmates and she offered to show me her flamenco dress.
The
dress itself originates from the gypsies. The most traditional design is the
large polka dot (traje de lunares)
but nowadays you can see many different designs. Originally instead of sleeves many-layered
ruffles decorated the shoulders and the bottom of the dress. It is tight fitting
but flares out at the bottom half.
Over
the years the design has changed. There were times when the dress had half-sleeves,
later long sleeves where the ruffles adorned the wrists. The length also
varies. What originally reached down to the ankle, became knee length. For a
few years the dress became separated to top and bottom parts. The number and
size of the ruffles are differing as well.
If
you want a dress that is of the season check out the newest designs on the
flamenco dress designer show that is held annually in January.
Eva’s
dress has a lovely pale blue colour and instead of ruffles it has lace parts
embedded in the material.
The
skirt hides an underskirt which cleverly conceals a pocket. You can keep small
items here such as your phone or wallet.
The
dress however is not the only item that you have to purchase. It comes with
accessories as well.
Let’s
not forget the shoes which Eva has two pairs of, one for walking around and one
for dancing flamenco.
If
you ever get a chance to chat to a girl from Andalusia, make sure you ask them
about their dress. They will be happy to show you their photos on their phones
posing in their traje de flamenco.
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