COSTUMES FOR BELLY DANCING

The sexy and exotic looking outfits above are actually for belly dancing.  I saw them at a clothing stall located in the Cultural Walk of Ipoh Parade.  I didn't know that there are people keen on belly dancing in Ipoh to warrant a stall selling the costumes.  Or is it for fancy dress parties?
By the way, belly dancing is a great way to get rid of the spare tyre around ones waist.  It tones the arms, strengthens and tightens the abs and obliques, and improves flexibility. As a form of exercise, it burns as many calories as jogging, swimming or riding a bike.  Belly dance is less strenuous on the body than weight lifting and more entertaining than sitting on a bike at the gym.
Reference: http://bellydancingdiva.com/health-benefits/