THE CHARLESTON

Back in the Dark Ages, the 1920’s, the Charleston was the dance to learn and do with its costume to facilitate the technique. It amazes me that it never resurfaced in recent years. Not the least of it were the skirts that came to the knees and flared out with great drama; the low waist that came down on the hips where suitable decoration trim (beads, ribbons, etc.) dangled; a plain high-necked sleeveless top supporting a long string of pearls without benefit of a 40-D cup bra. Shoes looked high-heeled but were merely shaped that way and rather low. To top this off, the hair was bobbed, cutely. The bottle blonde was a rarity, perhaps looked upon as non-virtuous; the brownette was adorable and popular in this outfit. And if any dance can be good exercise for the body, this one must take the lead. It never stands still but is constantly working the knees and elbows, guaranteeing that one dances alone and the partner doing the same. I doubt Elvis could have managed this one.

What in the world did the men wear for this dance? I never noticed them! ♥