When I started performing, there was no Internet; I didn't really have anything to copy. I kind of had to just make up what I thought burlesque was, based on photographs of Sally Rand or whatever. — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
I want to remind people of a different kind of glamour, a different look, and breaking the rules of fashion. I wanna break the… — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
Well, when I was fifteen years old I worked in a lingerie store and that's how I feel in love with vintage lingerie because… — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
“The prosecutor uttered the party line that would distinguish revue from burlesque for the next thirty years. "The difference is movement. On Broadway, unadorned… — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
I really believe that beauty comes from health - sensible eating and exercise. — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
I prefer the competitive atmosphere of a classroom setting, like yoga or Pilates. That keeps me going. Although performing on stage is great exercise! — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
I think the beauty looks I most regret are those I was persuaded into. — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
I've always loved the idea of not being what people expect me to be. — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
“What modern day burlesquer hasn't been influenced by Sally Rand? My own pink ostrich fans -designed by Catherine, naturally- were the largest fans on… — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
“You can be the ripest, juciest peach, and there's still going to be somebody who hates peaches.” — Dita Von Teese Copy Share Image
