Returns policy: You will be able to tell immediately if the costume will fit, therefore, to receive your refund you
must return the costume within 14 days. The postmark on your return package must be 14 days from the original
date shipped (check the postmark when you receive your costume). You do not have to return it priority mail,
but the postmark on your return package must show that it was sent back 14 days from the date that it was
shipped to you. Return postage is non-refundable.
must return the costume within 14 days. The postmark on your return package must be 14 days from the original
date shipped (check the postmark when you receive your costume). You do not have to return it priority mail,
but the postmark on your return package must show that it was sent back 14 days from the date that it was
shipped to you. Return postage is non-refundable.
To place an order: email Cheri at: cheri@cheri-berens.com to verify the item is still in stock and that you are
ordering SAMIA, item # N007. A hold will be put on the costume for 7 days while awaiting payment. You will be
emailed an invoice via PayPal.
ordering SAMIA, item # N007. A hold will be put on the costume for 7 days while awaiting payment. You will be
emailed an invoice via PayPal.
The belt is 40-3/4 inches long, but easily fits smaller hips
just by overlapping. It fits larger hips, too (**see note
about sizing at bottom of page). The bra top fits an A, B,
or C cup. The under bust measurement is 39 inches.
just by overlapping. It fits larger hips, too (**see note
about sizing at bottom of page). The bra top fits an A, B,
or C cup. The under bust measurement is 39 inches.
About the UNDER-BUST measurement: The under-bust
measurement is the total inches of the back straps and under the
bra cups. Do not confuse it with your bra size! For example,
depending on the bra manufacturer, I wear either a 34 or 36B bra.
But my under-bust measurement for costume purposes is 29
inches. So don't think that because a costume's under-bust does
not match your bra size that it doesn't fit. The back straps on this
costume OVERLAP. You just move the bra hook on the back
strap to adjust it to your size. Measure underneath your breasts
and around to get your under-bust measurement. You'll find your
under-bust measurement is smaller than your bra size. *see
note at bottom for more details about sizing.
measurement is the total inches of the back straps and under the
bra cups. Do not confuse it with your bra size! For example,
depending on the bra manufacturer, I wear either a 34 or 36B bra.
But my under-bust measurement for costume purposes is 29
inches. So don't think that because a costume's under-bust does
not match your bra size that it doesn't fit. The back straps on this
costume OVERLAP. You just move the bra hook on the back
strap to adjust it to your size. Measure underneath your breasts
and around to get your under-bust measurement. You'll find your
under-bust measurement is smaller than your bra size. *see
note at bottom for more details about sizing.
| Total Price: $ 175.00 FREE SHIPPING by USPS priority mail anywhere in the U.S. (for international orders, please email me for the extra cost) |
**Note About Sizing:
I choose costumes carefully and focus on 2 things:
1) The cups are adaptable to fit a range of cup sizes as opposed to just ONE size (such as AA, A, B, C, or D).
Instead, I look for cups that will fit both an A and B, or a B and a C. Some times I find cups that, because of the
design, or with some padding, will fit an A, B or C. When you receive your costume, check first to see if the
cup size will work for you. If it does not, return the costume immediately to get your refund.
2) I choose hip bands that are adaptable by simply placing the hooks where you want so you can make it
smaller or larger depending on your hip size. (hooks are included in your package, but not sewn on to the
costume--this is done purposely so that you can make it fit your exact size). The belt can fit even larger hips
than the measurement stated just by placing the belt up higher towards the waist as opposed to riding very low
on the hips. Take your hip measurement where you will actually "wear" the hip belt--usually its somewhere
between your waist and your hip measurement--therefore a 39" belt can actually accommodate much larger
"hips" because it is worn more under the waistline instead of exactly at the largest part of your hips.
The main concern is that the bra cups and belt fit. Straps are usually easy to adjust and I choose lengthy straps
as opposed to short ones. Adding to a strap is difficult, but to shorten a strap is usually easier, or you can
make it a halter.
Do not make any alterations until you decide to keep the costume--you will not be refunded once you
have made alterations.
I choose costumes carefully and focus on 2 things:
1) The cups are adaptable to fit a range of cup sizes as opposed to just ONE size (such as AA, A, B, C, or D).
Instead, I look for cups that will fit both an A and B, or a B and a C. Some times I find cups that, because of the
design, or with some padding, will fit an A, B or C. When you receive your costume, check first to see if the
cup size will work for you. If it does not, return the costume immediately to get your refund.
2) I choose hip bands that are adaptable by simply placing the hooks where you want so you can make it
smaller or larger depending on your hip size. (hooks are included in your package, but not sewn on to the
costume--this is done purposely so that you can make it fit your exact size). The belt can fit even larger hips
than the measurement stated just by placing the belt up higher towards the waist as opposed to riding very low
on the hips. Take your hip measurement where you will actually "wear" the hip belt--usually its somewhere
between your waist and your hip measurement--therefore a 39" belt can actually accommodate much larger
"hips" because it is worn more under the waistline instead of exactly at the largest part of your hips.
The main concern is that the bra cups and belt fit. Straps are usually easy to adjust and I choose lengthy straps
as opposed to short ones. Adding to a strap is difficult, but to shorten a strap is usually easier, or you can
make it a halter.
Do not make any alterations until you decide to keep the costume--you will not be refunded once you
have made alterations.
SAMIA
This stunning costume is a beautiful copper-brown with a base of solid sequins
joined by seed beads with periodically placed gold ball beads on the edges. The
top has 3 layers of fringe (see close up at left) and each layer of fringe is accented
by diagonal lines of gold sequins and gold ball beads. Like the edges of the bra and
belt, the beaded fringe is also accented with periodically placed gold ball beads.
joined by seed beads with periodically placed gold ball beads on the edges. The
top has 3 layers of fringe (see close up at left) and each layer of fringe is accented
by diagonal lines of gold sequins and gold ball beads. Like the edges of the bra and
belt, the beaded fringe is also accented with periodically placed gold ball beads.
FUN FACTS: Samia Gammal gained notoriety as an actress by playing bit parts in movies. Her first
movies were in the 40’s with one of the most famous Egyptian singers and composers, Mohammed Abdel
Wahab. Her dancing talent was discovered in these movies and her career exploded. Samia had a different
dance style and it was very well received. She used her arms in a way that no one else had. Samia also had
a different body type. She was tall and slender, and this uniqueness, combined with the graceful use of
arms, made her dancing very enjoyable to watch. Also, she was loved by one of the most famous singers in
Egypt, Farid el Attrach, and this also helped her achieve success and admiration from the public.
movies were in the 40’s with one of the most famous Egyptian singers and composers, Mohammed Abdel
Wahab. Her dancing talent was discovered in these movies and her career exploded. Samia had a different
dance style and it was very well received. She used her arms in a way that no one else had. Samia also had
a different body type. She was tall and slender, and this uniqueness, combined with the graceful use of
arms, made her dancing very enjoyable to watch. Also, she was loved by one of the most famous singers in
Egypt, Farid el Attrach, and this also helped her achieve success and admiration from the public.
On Sale for $120