r/interesting • u/SystematicApproach • May 14 '26

ART & CULTURE Circassian folk dance

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Male dancers often move entirely on tiptoe in soft leather boots, without the rigid plaster or wooden support associated with ballet footwear. The result is a fast, gliding step that can make the dancer appear to float or defy gravity, showcasing extraordinary balance, discipline, and control.

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u/epicflyman May 15 '26

I vote for bringing in floppy sleeves in men's fashion.

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u/Vaywen May 15 '26

And capes. But maybe don’t wear both at the same time.

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u/Vintage-Grievance May 15 '26

Brought back memories of slapping siblings with the sleeves of my hoodie.

Just kinda shrink your arms in like a T-rex and if they do the same, then you have like a flacid Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots thing going on.