G is for Gown and Glove

Gown and Glove refers to a classic style of burletta wherein the dancer begins dressed in both a gown and gloves which she then removes during the course of her act. Popular during the golden era of Burlesque, the gown and glove still remains a staple among burlesque shows today.

Above is a youtube video of Angie Pontani, one of the world's best burlesque artists and Miss Exotic World 2008; This is her take on a classic gown and glove (a nice cut and paste version) I saw this act in Seattle this year and it was AMAZING!!