burlesque and the art of the Teese
July 23 
Amongst the plethora of fabulous birthday presents I received yesterday is a particular gem I have been unable to take my eyes off since I first peeled away it's wrapping paper.
It is something I love.
Something thrilling and transporting, filled with fantasy and the promise of escape.
"Could it be a book?" you ask.
Yes, dear readers, of course, but this is no ordinary book.
Fuelling my fascination with all that flirts and flounces and calls itself burlesque,
my darling brother indulged me with the most fabulous of books:
Burlesque/Fetish - The Art of the Teese.
Oh yes, it is thrilling and transporting indeed, filled with fantasy and the promise of escape but it is also abundant with pictures, luscious pictures; evocative, elegant and delightfully titillating.
I will add though, dear friends, that while the pictures are wholly delicious, it is the content of the book, with it's enigmatic prose, it's deliriously decadent historical content and it's delectable vignettes of femmes fatales and pin ups throughout the ages, that make it all the more fascinating.
It is a recipe for enchantment.
"It is better to be looked over than overlooked." winked Mae West,
and there is little chance of that happening if I follow Ms von Teese's instructions for the employment of my delicious burlesque visage.
From Flapper to Bombshell, the choice is mine with meticulous details afforded from the infinitely elegant Dita on how best to present my finest qualities for the era.
I will admit that her book is preaching to the converted, this minx's own wardrobe already abundant with the recommended treasures for the enchantress, these being:
- Scintillating G-string
- Full back pantie and flesh-tone brassiere for the "Boston Version" of one's own show
- Stockings and garters
- Feathers, a fox stole and other similarly luxurious items
- Shoes (with no buckles) that can be easily removed, and
- Opera-length gloves,
It has, however, become glaringly evident that I need a fresh pair of sparkling pasties.
Inspired by the Varga Girl and the beauties of times past, the delectable Dita von Teese brings a tasteful elegance and opulence to her craft, the Art of the Striptease, raising the bar to a stylish and fashionable aesthetic.
Von Teese encourages us to see the stripper as less of a pole dancer in a neon bikini and more of a glamorous artiste. There is art in the tease, the titillation, the tantalizing. Burlesque itself is but a delicious world of illusion, fantasy and fun, it's finger firmly on the pulse of parody. For Dita, the magic lies in her flawless personification of the elegant showgirl with her creation of a fantasy, of being deliciously untouchable, an eternal enticement, just out of reach.
Well, dear readers, I can assure you the art is enjoying a renaissance here in La Boudoir de Minx and while I'm not entirely out of reach, by choice of course, the tease and the titillation are employed on a daily basis, my domestic domain the perfect stage for the parody that is burlesque.
Even now, inspired by the muse that is Dita, I am planning tomorrow's domestic duties with delirium in mind.
Ah, bring me my feather duster, hand me my pasties and polish those heels that I may step lightly through the detritus that is my domesticity.
With burlesque in the bathroom, beguilement in the boudoir, parody in the parlour and my tongue firmly in cheek I should whip through those miserable ministrations with a fluff and a flourish..
at least until I get to the Fetish part of my book,
when the whip may be better employed...
If you fancy a little titillation right now, then avail yourself of this
tempting tidbit,
courtesy of Madame von Teese and Agent Provocateur.
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Reader Comments (41)
oh what fun! I hope you had a GREAT birthday :) I can't imagine how dull it must be NOT having some playfulness in one's life, a little sauciness, a little spice, even when one has a rotten back and starts to look a little ,well err, more mature in one's years (I am talking about moi, not you LOL!),
Of course I don't think you need instructions on the art of tease ;)
Alas, dear Minx, I fear I may be first in line for your whip! Although I was kindly tipped off about your impending celebrations by the lovely Theresa111, my inability to capture a wi-fi signal on my travels meant I could not join in with them. I find that my own advance in years is accompanied all too often by that terrible plight - signal drop-off.. I shall be consulting my doctor today.
Please accept my hearty and belated good wishes for yesterday (and, of course, for today, and the day after, and the day after that).
Best wishes
Bill.
Ah, what a fantastic gift!! I absolutely LOVE Dita. She's been on my 'straight list' for quite some time now. I'm just glad she got rid Manson.
Its whippin' time :)
Most excellent! How perfectly fitting just for YOU! I'm so happy that you enjoyed your day. (I will watch the video tonight when I get out of the office!) xxxx
Indeed Jafabrit!!
Playfulness is absolutely essential!!
I too cannot imagine life without a little sauce, a little spice, a bit of naughty that's nice...
An embracing of joy and fun transcends the boundaries of age. It often transcends other boundaries too, which makes it even more exciting!
Fluff that feather. Crack that whip!
xox
Ah Bill, better late than never, dear man x
I am a little concerned about the why-fi of your wi-fi. Get to the doctor and remedy that signal dropoff quick smart - or come and take a peek in this saucy book of mine. If that doesn't liven your signal up, I'm not sure what will!
Thank you for your lovely wishes!
xox
Yes, Dita is divine!
It has such a lot to do with her elegance and elan!
What a delicious poster child for all the lovely divas of old. She has such an old school charm and grace and while being thoroughly tantalizing is never overt or tawdry...
I never did understand the Manson thing...
Whip it good!
xox
Meleah,
It really was the perfect gift. I am literally wallowing in the lusciousness of it!!
The ad for Agent Provocateur is delightfully titillating. I love the music!!
xox
Oooh, you saucy Minx. That does sound like a fabulous birthday present. Life would be dull without a bit of teasing. Enjoy your presents my dear.
Coincidentally, I'm off to a pole dancing class taster session tomorrow, I can't wait :-D
We all need a little sauce, don't we Lola.
It's all a little dry without it, I'm afraid...
I do like the idea of the pole dancing class!
I hope your beleaguered tummy is up to all the swinging and twirling, darling.
Wheeeee!!
xox
what a fitting gift!!! i am thrilled,,, you will have to share some of its finer pages with us,,, if at all possible...i had a bit of trouble with you tube allowing me to watch the video... but i am off to try again.... thank you darling
I'm titillated and tantalized!
I would like to get my hands on this book - for its historical content of course.
Love the video.
Paisley,
I would love to share some of it!! It is fabulous and so deliciously informative. Beautifully presented! I totally adore it!
Youtube asks you to press Confirm Birthdate or some such thing. Because I am always logged in and they already know I am an old fart they allow me access when I press that. Because the video is a little risque, not rude though, there is an Over 18 access thing I guess.
Perhaps you will have to create a username and all that business.
I do have to pick the one with issues - it is entirely typical...
I hope you get to see it!!
I think it's gorgeous. I love the 30's music, it is so lush...
xox
I have a present for you, right here, my dear Minx.
(It should be noted that at this juncture, I am pointing towards my manhood.)
xx
I'm quite sure you will find the written material almost as tantalizing as some of the pictures, Eddie!
Or perhaps not...the pics are lovely, so very deluxe.
The video is fun isn't it!!
I would love a few boxes like that from Agent Provocateur!!!
xox
Lord Likely,
You are a Libertine of the highest order!!
Lord of the Libertines.
A lovable one, to be certain, and very generous too, offering me your manhood like that!!
But I do wish you had sought more privacy in your offering.
Now everyone will want it and I shall have to beat them with a stick in order to keep it to myself.
There is quite the air of mystique surrounding the organ, as well you know...
Thank you again, dear man.
xox
oh minx.. this is what I hate about being a procrastinator. I have meant to email you for an address for a birthday card but, i never did.. and now it seems that I am too late! Maybe I will send it as a BETTER LATE THAN NEVER card...I hope your birthday was filled with even more fetish fulfillment than you could fit into words!
Christina, I suffer from the same horrid affliction... why do today what you can put off til tomorrow...bills, birthday cards...the list of procrastinations is endless.
Better late than never is entirely acceptable, darling, and your wishes of wellness are always appreciated.
Thank you.
The birthday party continues. I have just returned from a fabulous lunch with my darling sisters in law/bosom buddies and am going to put my feet up now and procrastinate about dinner...
kisses xoxox
Now you've done it, Minx, I have just tipped my budget by ordering this book for my very own. Who cares that I won't have grocery money for the week, I simply must have this lovely tome for my very own!
The Youtube was divine as well, if only one could find such entertainment in the standard strip clubs of modern day!
xoxoxox
Rapunzel
Oh what a positively delightful birthday present. Looking forward to reading more about it from you. Your sparkling wit and delectable turn of phrase will make it even more fabulous