CLOTHING TAPE
Clothing tape (also called fashion tape or body tape) is that double-sided magic tape dancers use to stick costumes to the skin or to other cloth so that nothing slips,...
Clothing tape (also called fashion tape or body tape) is that double-sided magic tape dancers use to stick costumes to the skin or to other cloth so that nothing slips, falls, or moves while performing.
In dance, especially Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, contemporary, or even arangetram shows:
π Saree pallu, veshti pleats, fan parts, dupatta, tops β everything needs to stay fixed no matter how much you jump or twirl.Β
πΉ Why dancers use clothing tape?
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Prevents wardrobe malfunctions. π¬
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Keeps pallu, pleats, blouse, shoulder cloth in exact position.
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Saves from unnecessary pinning (which can tear delicate materials).
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Makes costume feel snug, clean, professional on stage.
πΉ How it is?
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Transparent or skin colored.
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Sticks firmly but peels off clean (no damage to costume or skin).