Turkish Belly Dancing

Probably known as the second most popular form this style originates from the gypsies that inhabited Turkey.

Also known as Oryantal Tansi this form of the dance is a lot more open for improvisation, often moves are very lively, fiery and joyful

and a lot more impulsive compared to the control of the egyptian style. The style of costume is usually a three piece costume consisting of a decorated bra, matching belt and a skirt.

Rather than being close fitting the skirts are usually layered or petal styled and generally very flowy. They tend to be more revealing than the other styles as there aren’t the same cultural restrictions.