Tropicana Jul-Aug 2018 #119 Hot Stuff

THE GAME CHANGER
Burlesque goddess Dita Von Teese discusses everything from
her captivating appearance and stage performances to her thoughts
about femininity, motherhood and feminism.
WORDS BY ALLISON KUGEL / THE INTERVIEW PEOPLE
IMAGES BY GETTY IMAGES
Born out of a time capsule from Hollywood’s golden era, glamour
girl and burlesque goddess, Dita Von Teese has been captivating
imaginations around the world since she burst onto the scene in
the early 2000s, first on the cover of Playboy magazine, and
then draped on the arm of controversial rocker, Marilyn Manson.
Since then, Dita has carved out an iconic reputation for herself as
the most famous and sought-after burlesque performer in the world.
Vanity Fair has dubbed her a “ Burlesque Superheroine” and Elle has
declared her an “all around icon.”
The raven haired, fair skinned, hourglass shaped glamour girl who
never leaves home without the perfect red lip and vintage sunglasses,
Von Teese travels the globe performing burlesque shows that pay
homage to the vintage artform, but with a modern interpretation.
She performs to sell-out crowds and mesmerises with costumes
perfectly adorned with breathtaking crystals, and over-the-top stage
props and accessories placed just so, including her signature martini
glass bubble bath routine. Incidentally, the crowds are packed with
Von Teese’s millions of female fans who draw inspiration from her
old world, finely crafted sensuality.
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