If you are able to find what you need locally, I’d highly recommend being able to see and feel (and smell…this last one is mostly a problem when ordering from eBay!) and try on your item before buying, it will minimize your buyer’s remorse.  We are lucky to have some great local shops that support our passion.

My favorites are:

Alaska Dancer Emporium (next to Lucky Monkey under the 5^thAvenue Parking Garage with the sky bridge).  Michelle carries instructional DVDs and cds, costuming, veils, hip scarves, bindis, regular dancewear for class and more.  

I also really like Woolies.   They carry a nice mix of fun coin and cowry shell items and inexpensive and fun cabaret-type stuff.  They have a lovely staff and are located in the  REI mall.

I’ve been able to find tons of Gypsy-feeling items at Mermaid Imports.  They also carry some fun hip belts and jewelry and great bindis.

And don't forget to check out the wonderful Indian Arts Emporium in the Dimond Center (and at Saturday Market in the Summertime!).  They carry fantastic bindis, scarves, unique jewelry and so much more!