Burlesque Lingerie

Burlesque refers to theatrical entertainment of broad and parodic humor, which usually consists of comic skits and sometimes a strip tease.

With its origins in nineteenth century music hall entertainments and vaudeville, in the early twentieth century burlesque emerged as a populist blend of satire, performance art, and adult entertainment, that featured strip tease and broad comedy acts that derived their name from the low comedy aspects of the literary genre known as burlesque.

In burlesque, performers, usually female, often create elaborate sets with lush, colorful costumes, mood-appropriate music, and dramatic lighting, and may even include novelty acts, such as fire-breathing or demonstrations of unusual flexibility, to enhance the impact of their performance.

Put simply, burlesque means "in an upside down style". Like its cousin, commedia dell'arte, burlesque turns social norms head over heels. Burlesque is a style of live entertainment that encompasses pastiche, parody, and wit. The genre traditionally encompasses a variety of acts such as dancing girls, chanson singers, comedians, mime artists, and strip tease artistes, all satirical and with a saucy edge. The strip tease element of burlesque became subject to extensive local legislation, leading to a theatrical form that titillated without falling foul of censors.

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Staples of the burlesque wardrobe include: Feather boas, Corsets to achieve the wicked hourglass figure (underbust and overbust), Lacy Bras & Undies, Garter Belts, Sexy Backseam Stockings, Ruffle Undies, Beads and Tassles, and anything else you can think of that inspires subtle-vintage-sexy with a hint of cha-cha! Click here to browse Babygirl Boutique's selection of retro lingerie and burlesque, pinup style lingerie!

  

  

  

  

Take a peek at our full selection of burlesque hair clips, pinup floral hair clips, and other hair jewelry and accessories!

  

  

Sequin short-shorts in silver, gold, and black! Sparkle while you shimmy!

  

Inspired by Bernie Dexter and the pinup models of yore, and designed by Bernie and Lucy B. Lingerie, these retro, couture lingerie pieces are must-have for all models, burlesque performers, pinup girls as well as collectors of vintage unmentionables!

Burlesque, hot rod, and pinup models will flip their wigs for the retro style and unique details such as the "modesty" detailing that you won't find in any other vintage repro lingerie.

The Bernie Dexter signature lingerie line is uniquely reproduced from vintage patterns and styles. The "Scanty Panties" include a solid "stripe" of fabric up the back to hide that racy backside cleavage, just like the camera club models wore; a unique, authentic detail! The double nylon gusset and high-waisted style are also hard to find in vintage reproduction undies.

About Bernie Dexter

"Bernie Dexter is an American Pin-up and cheesecake model. She lives in San Diego, California, and is married to neo-rockabilly musician Levi Dexter. Her ubiquity modeling for many vintage reproduction clothing and accessory companies in the USA, Canada and Europe has made her one of the most well-known of the contemporary vintage-influenced pin-ups. She bears a very close resemblance to legendary 50's pin-up queen Bettie Page, and has a cult following of pin-up and vintage fans.

"When she was 18, she won Miss Teen San Diego County and initially pursued a career in acting and modeling. She trained at cosmetology school, first working for Make-up Art Cosmetics and then working freelance on photoshoots. It was on one of these shoots, in 2002, that Bernie was photographed herself. She entered the photographs in the Viva Las Vegas pin-up contest and got such good feedback that she decided to concentrate on being a pin-up model.

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About Lucy B Lingerie

Retro, Rockabilly, Vintage-Inspired Unmentionables for Modern Day Bombshells!

Designer Notes: Lucy B Lingerie has its roots in the vintage pin up and glamour girl styles of the 1940's and 50's. Whether you feel like the "Girl Next Door" or the "Blond Bombshell" Lucy B offers a seductive selection of lingerie for the modern woman.

Click here to browse the full collection of Lucy B retro, rockabilly, vintage pinup-inspired lingerie at Babygirl Boutique!

Retro Pinup Panties ~ These high-waisted, nylon undies are so authentic! Naughty and demure all at once, they complete any retro, vintage lingerie ensemble! Available in sizes from Small to 3X!

Retro Thigh High Stockings ~ Sheer stockings with lace tops, can be worn with our without garters. Available in Plus Sizes, too!

Fishnets, Fence Net, Back Seam Stockings for Garters and with Elastic Lace Tops, Prints, Stripes, Every kind of stocking and hosiery item you can imagine!