Gothic burlesque. I can see myself wearing this. Photo by skorpionsstachel.

Gothic burlesque. I can see myself wearing this. Photo by skorpionsstachel.

Stripey tights are the way to go. Photo by leonart.

Stripey tights are the way to go. Photo by leonart.

Keep me in a fancy gilded cage. Photo by Pale_Enchantress.

Keep me in a fancy gilded cage. Photo by Pale_Enchantress.

Marga and the essential long cigar. Photo by PhantomOrchid.

Marga and the essential long cigar. Photo by PhantomOrchid.

Viva burlesque! Photo by isahn.

Viva burlesque! Photo by isahn.

Nothing says feminine like a feathered fan. Photo by cosfrog.

Nothing says feminine like a feathered fan. Photo by cosfrog.

Beautiful ribboned corset. Photo by LoreleiDark.

Beautiful ribboned corset. Photo by LoreleiDark.

Stunner in teal

Stunner in teal

Burlesque

is my tumblr theme of the day. None of these are my own work, but I’ve selected a few pictures from deviantart that really capture the old-fashioned glamour, allure and femininity of a burlesque lady. Enjoy!