Dita von Teese on Bwatt Magazine: I Wouldn't Be Who I am Today If I Hadn't Wandered Into a Strip Club at 19

Burlesque star smolders in sexy outfit, opens up about her industry influence

By Jennifer Chan Jun 25, 2013 8:46 PMTags
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It's no secret that Dita von Teese is one glamorous girl. 

Just take a look at her on the cover of Bwatt magazine, posing like a pro in a provocative corset bodysuit with a plunging neckline, paired with red leather gloves, Wolford fishnet tights, sparkling jewels by Neil Lane and her signature sultry red lipstick. 

Not surprisingly, the beautiful burlesque dancer makes for a fascinating interview subject, discussing the inspiring evolution of her career, her growing fashion empire and her throngs of both male and female fans the world over.

"I wouldn't be who I am today if I hadn't wandered into a strip club at 19 years old and thought to myself that this might be a big adventure," she explained on her determination to change people's minds about the art of striptease. "It's not listening to what other people say, and just believing in what you're doing at the moment. You do it with integrity and honesty and authenticity with your own fascination for it and not really pay attention to what people think." 

And it's clearly this brilliant confidence that's empowered Dita to be unstoppable in every way!

From her breathtaking features, retro chic style and strong-willed determination, she's one brazen beauty we'll always admire.

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