and couldn't help but think, I made that costume in 2004 for Rocky Horror, because the cast leader/stage manager said I should have a "traditional" Trixie costume (The colors aren't traditional for Rocky, but noone seemed to mind :) )
Skirt vs shorts - funny thing, I always intended to make a matching corset, jacket, pants, and shorts - tuxedo style with the gold stripe up the sides, and purchased enough fabric that I could, maybe I will this year....
This costume actually gets a lot of use, and has been expanded past the original dress and Tea length overskirt (which never gets used). It now includes a matching bra, shimmy belt, crinoline wrap skirt, hat and tray. It is also useful for Christmas.
The other research also presented these options, as an art deco theme is being bantered around -
The military style decorations are very fun, and an easy removable decoration, the other style could just be a simple little dress with some accessories. What I am pretty sure will not be discussed, is the current rock-a-billy/burlesque style of an over-cinched corset over a crinoline skirt.
They will probably end up in a red/black palette, hopefully with some fun flame accents...
I will post the results...