(Click here for details on constructing this costume bra)
Since the material itself was so beautiful (and flashy) I wanted to keep the trim simple. I just added V-shaped beaded fringe topped with a small sequinned gold braid, and put a thick cording along the upper edges of the bra and belt, and along the edge of the skirt.
 

I was a good girl and lined this one before I started wearing it. I know some people recommend linings that can be replaced or washed, but I never do that, so the lining is just to make the bra slightly more comfortable. Linings don't make that much of a difference to me, they just look good when you're getting dressed in front of other dancers :-)

In retrospect, since the quantity of heavy glass fringe makes this bra quite heavy, I would use an over-the-shoulder strap design instead of the choker arrangement.

I've since sold this lovely costume, and I miss it!

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