Belly Dancing Accessories
Some belly dancing accessories include…
Canes – Where sticks are used in dance by men to symbolize a weapon, canes are used as dance props by women for a feminine flare.
Isis wings- Isis was an ancient Egyptian winged goddess. Isis wings for dancing are typically made of pleated iridescent, pearlized, or metallic organza with sticks (clear lucite)
Shemadan- A shemadan is a multi-candle holder fitted with a head piece. A shemadan dance is performed as part of the wedding procession at Egyptian weddings.
Finger cymbals- Also called zills, are used as a percussion instrument. One is placed on the thumb and the other on the middle finger, then tapped together.
Jewelry – Anklets, bracelets, bangles, necklaces, arm bands, and crowns.
