Resource Listings - Shopping

Need a new costume? How about the materials to make a costume yourself? Need some zills? Hot new music? Here is a list of shopping resources throughout the Greater Bay Area and Northern California.

Below is a list of specialty vendors and retail outlets located throughout the Greater Bay Area. Don't see your business - or that of a friend? Drop us a line at info@sfbamecda.org and we would be happy to link you in. Our mission is to create a comprehensive directory. Only through the assistance of our members, friends and supporters can we achieve our goal.

Supporting SF/BA MECDA members

Adira - Magic Camel (Mountain View)

Adira offers a collection of imported and US made costumes, accessories, music, patterns, books and more. Check out her virtual emporium on her website, or visit her shop, The Magic Camel at the Ivy Trellis store.

L. Rose Designs (Arcata)

L. Rose Designs offers a line of hand-crafted dancewear designed with the performer in mind. Her line features skirts, stretch choli's, pants, veils and more. If you love silk - this is the site to visit.

Ma*Shuqa (Los Gatos)

Ma*Shuqa is a representative of Audrena Intl. Bazaar and carries a full line of music, costumes, props and dance supplies. Her studio is open by appointment.

Lunatic Fringe (Sunnyvale)

Paloma has pulled together a lovely selection of dance wear, jewelry and accessories for dancers. Her shop is located in downtown Sunnyvale, or e-mail her for details.

WorldDance Fitness & GoddessWear Boutique (San Anselmo)

Karen Andes and Dyhanis have joined together to create a space for dancers to come together. To see a sample of Dyhanis Divine Design's visit her website.

MECDA Members from other regions

Aremis Imports (Pacific Grove, CA)

Artemis is a direct importer of Middle Eastern dancewear and accessories. Specializing in products from Morocco and Egypt, she offers a wide range of dance products. If you are looking for mozuma ropes, shawls and other specialty itmes, Artemis is the source.

Simply Stylish (Lee Vining, CA))

Kathi Richards of Simply Stylish offers belly dance basics at affordable prices. She travels to dance shows all over the West Coast. Be sure to visit her website and check out her incredible selection of veils.

Belly Dance Vendors - Around the World

Scheherezade Imports (Rockville, VA)

A direct importer of dancewear and supplies from Egypt and Turkey, She offers a full selection of dance products for dancers at all levels from student to professional.

Fabric Stores

Bead Shops