Another Maharaja Costume

Since we’re talking Majaraja costumes, I thought I’d share one I made for myself a few years ago. (oh, no, I just checked and it was in 2008…that was a long time ago already!!)

The Friday night theme at Camp Hollywood was Maharaja — Chris wore a tuxedo (inspired by Hal), and I made a “1940’s does Arabian Nights” playsuit – you know, like how all the costumes in period movies of the 30’s & 40’s look more like contemporary fashions with only a slight nod to the past. That’s what I was going for.

Again, this is a rayon fabric for good swish. The skirt is a long panel that’s gathered with box pleats into the waistband, and I put butterfly sleeves on the top for ease of movement.

These photos are from the Amateur Balboa contest – we got first place that year. It was also probably the best hair day of my entire life, and I like to think that had a little to do with winning. 😉

  1. Sara June 13, 2012 at 7:47 am

    Wow wow ! Fantastic! 🙂 I want to go dancing so baaad with my darling 🙂

  2. superheidi June 13, 2012 at 3:58 pm

    another stunning outfit, yes and your hair looked gorgeous,

  3. wacky tacky June 13, 2012 at 4:52 pm

    You guys are awesome!!! I think you hair always looks great, maybe particularly great that day!!!

  4. wacky tacky June 13, 2012 at 4:53 pm

    *Your

  5. Tasha June 13, 2012 at 10:31 pm

    Gorgeous! And how perfectly it spins on you. LOVE that last photo in particular. 🙂

  6. Cait June 14, 2012 at 6:22 am

    That's totally great Beth!! Live the print and color of the fabric 🙂

  7. Laura June 16, 2012 at 6:59 pm

    This costume is fantastic! I can hardly believe that was 2008. Seems like you just made it!

    I agree. Cleaning out the vintage treasures is so hard! I've had some luck selling some things on Etsy but I still have quite a bit left. Good luck!

    Enjoy the summer dancing. 🙂

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