Images

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These are some of the images which helped us to create our Courtesan look

The inspiration for our costumes came from many sources. We've included a few images which may be inspiring to you as well. The chopines are one of the accessories which some believe uniquely identifies the Courtesan, though this has been disputed by costume historians. The "V" back of the dresses is a uniquely Venetian feature. The "horn" hairstyle has also been a symbol of Venetian style. We combine many of these elements to create a theatrical personification of the Venetian Courtesan.

A collage of images which inspired us.	A chopine
A Courtesan from Dangerous Beauty. Note the "flag" fan, the "Horn" hairstyle, the pearls and the crimson dress.	The back drops to a "V" a very Venetian touch.
Ventetian Courtesan with Venetians (Breeches) and Chopines. Tara has used these conventions to excellent effect during her stage shows.	Woman with typical Venetain Hairstyle and Veil. It has been suggested that in some cities in the Republic, a yellow veil was required wear of the meretrice, or prostirute.