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Zoe just reported on her face Book page that her entire costumes and jewelry were stolen.
She wrote this comment in her status:
"Zoe Jakes is mourning. The ultimate dancers nightmare has happened. All my jewelry and costumes and headgear...everything...gone. Stolen out of my car. Talk about the true test of non-attachment."
I pray for her stuff to be returned.
She is truly a great teacher. A worse thing couldn't have happened to someone whom didn't deserve it. She definately didn't deserve this.
as an artist, myself, I know how it feels to have your stuff stolen, especially the stuff you need to do and make your creativity, and also the stuff I had already put in so much time, effort, money, investment, and heart.
She wrote this comment in her status:
"Zoe Jakes is mourning. The ultimate dancers nightmare has happened. All my jewelry and costumes and headgear...everything...gone. Stolen out of my car. Talk about the true test of non-attachment."
I pray for her stuff to be returned.
She is truly a great teacher. A worse thing couldn't have happened to someone whom didn't deserve it. She definately didn't deserve this.
as an artist, myself, I know how it feels to have your stuff stolen, especially the stuff you need to do and make your creativity, and also the stuff I had already put in so much time, effort, money, investment, and heart.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 6:40 AMOh no! That's TERRIBLE! I hope her things are returned! -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 7:34 AMI'll say this much, I pity the fool who tries to wear any of Zoe's stolen costumes/jewelry anywhere in public. That person is likely to get jumped, and rightfully so..
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Fri, June 26, 2009 - 7:48 AMOh my GOD! WHO WOULD DO SOMETHING SO HORRIBLE!!! I hope Karma comes up and bites them in the ass! Ohhhh. Im so sorry, Zoe. Some people are so disgusting. :(
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 8:46 AMOh geez, what a nightmare. I'm sure she's freaking out. I know I would be.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 9:30 AMI'm not on Facebook, but if you can send her a message...check eBay or other online places where people can sell stuff. If it was a non-bellydancing thief, they can tell by looking at it that people would pay for it, so they would try and sell it somewhere.
If it's a bellydancing person, they'll know better. :(
I'm so sorry for her.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 9:31 AMnoooooo! this is awful. it's bad enough that the things are gone but there's also that horrible feeling of having something stolen, like you've been mega trespassed upon. i hope she finds it! -
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Fri, June 26, 2009 - 9:53 AMOh My..... Because of the creativity that goes into making your own costumes....... It's as if someone stold a piece of Zoey.... :( I hope the costumes and jewelry " show up " ..... Everybody - be on the look-out.... XX Judy -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 12:12 PMGod, I *loathe* thieves.
Maybe with all the photographs of her in costume, the cops or fellow dancers can track this scumbag down. I think the eBay suggestion is a good one, too.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 1:18 PMchecking craigslist also could be helpful.
so awful.
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Fri, June 26, 2009 - 1:52 PMMy heart is breaking! What a nightmare!
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 2:03 PMThat is awful! It's not even just the time put into them, this is her livelihood. Not to mention her piece of mind. I will keep a look out on any of my retail sites.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 3:10 PMOh that is HORRIBLE. I wish a thousand festering, incurable hemherroids on whoever perpetrated this deed.
Zoe, lovely, how can we send you stuff to replace that which you've lost? When Steven Eggers got his goodies jacked, we made him jewelry etc. and I'm sure the dance community would help you out in the same way.
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Fri, June 26, 2009 - 4:47 PMOuch. Awful. So sorry to hear of this. Sending a *hug* and positive thoughts that they will return to you.
You are right...a painfully true test of non-attachment. You have your health, your students, and pure creative flow & talent...those are untouchable.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 6:49 PMA hellish pox on the P.O.S. who did this. ALL of her stuff?!
The Ebay thing is a good idea. Her costumes are pretty damn unique can probably be spotted very easily. Unfortunately the jewelry will be much harder to spot since there's so many people selling ethnic jewelry.
Ugh, it undoubtedly took years for her to collect that all that stuff. Zoe can dance in t-shirt and jeans and still be the shit, but there's memories attached to many of the objects we hold dear. I'm sad that this happened.
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Fri, June 26, 2009 - 7:35 PMDamn. How terrible - I seriously cannot imagine enduring that kind of theft. It's so violating - and when it's things that are near and dear to heart - it's that much worse. I'll def. be keeping my eyes open on ebay.
Since I hate sitting around not doing anything about it, I say lets do a 'costume drive' and put some clothes on Zoe - I've got some lovely costuming and jewelry that is Zoe-worthy....and my troupe girls have already contacted me about making some costuming for her too. Time to fire up the old sewing machine - I've got too much fabric around here anyway.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, June 26, 2009 - 11:23 PMHere is what Zoe posted was stolen and is asking that everyone check flee markets in the Bay area:
stuff lost:
2 pieces of antique assuit, one black one white
1 silver rajastani belt, inch thick
12 assorted rajastani and morrocan bracelets
mardi necklace with white glass centerpiece and vertibrae on each side... Read more
black and white costume covered in hundreds of buttons
balconette bra with keys on front and flowers up side
indian sari bra with row of coins up both sides and turkoman hangings
2 pairs of melodia pants, one nude one black, both glitter
5 pairs assorted heavy indian earrings
3 tuareg rings
1 wild card ring with a bone in it
pair of fluevog boots
striped ruffle shorts
all my make up
small tin with piles of amazing steel cut trim and jet trim
small hair combs
Ladies, from my memory this is seriously ALL of her costuming! Take a look around and help a fellow dancer out!
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 1:16 AMthank you so much guys!
I am kinda in shock right now I think. I am leaving for colorado tomorrow, and my costume closet was a wee bit different as of late. Time to get creative! I have one bra that has not been scrapped for parts....but that's it... Had to get all new make up...man this is rough especially in this economy...But hey...it could have been a lot worse. And you really see how strong your community is, and how generous and wonderful your friends are in times like these. However, I will be rocking the hair down look for a while...I ain't got a damn thing to put on my head (have some parts but nothing made)!!!Good thing I got fancy hair! -
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 6:29 AMOkay, seriously, we need to have a costume drive and get her some clothes...or at least send her some spare parts to work with! If Zoe's not into having her mailing address pasted all over the web maybe someone who can get ahold of her can volunteer to get things sent to them, put them all together, and then get them over to Zoe? -
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 9:28 AMI have it (& sent a box out this morning) and will be happy to forward boxes along - HOWEVER, I live in Ohio - it might be more efficient if there is a bay area gal who would be willing to serve as a hub.
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 12:17 PMI agree. I would be more than happy to send some things off to help.
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 7:33 AMFor what it's worth--the hair down looks fabulous.
I really hope you get at least some but definitely all of it back.
I'm going through my own stuff to see if there is anything that might be of use to you. I'm still getting started so I don't have much but I can give what I got.
*big monster squishy hugs*
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 2:32 PMHey Zoe
I will Post at a German Bellaydance Community, so if they on Ebay maybe they can recognize something......so sorry for ya :-((((((
But i believe in Karna so that persone who stole your things get by Karma i´m sure
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 1:45 PMHi Zoe, I'm so sorry this has happened. upon reading further information about how this happened, I seriously suggest looking in a 2-3 block radius (more if possible) of where the vehicle was parked. I hate to say that if this was just someone looking to make some money and no ties to the bd community, they would have quickly just left the unwanted/non-profitable things thrown some where on the ground, inconspicous or sadly, very sadly in the nearest dumpster. Thieves who have no ties, just looking to make a quick buck will usually dump somewhere very close to their target area. If they live close by, likely scenario is they dump what they can at the local pawn shops, their degenerate friends, or the trash. I do hope that you filed a report with the local authorities too.
Hugs and the best of luck in recovering your things.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 7:20 AMI feel the dance community itself was stolen from. I remember those costumes. I loved those outfits and watching Zoe perform in them. Those sick jerks dont realize theyve stolen from an entire community of people. We would all love to help you out Zoe, you have all of our undying support. -
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 7:45 AMSo true, Amber.
When ONE dancer is affected, we *ALL* are affected. Gaa, I do hope you all are reunited with your stuff. You are surrounded in support!
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 9:04 AMHow sad...and stupid. Wear them once and you'll be found out. Let's hope they come to their senses and return her things. ((hugs)) Zoe!
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 12:32 PMAnyone interested in starting a fund and getting her a Sephora gift certificate to replace her makeup?
I could use my PayPal to collect donations and would be totally accountable for every cent donated, making sure it ALL goes to a gift certificate.
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 2:04 PMDoes anyone know what size she is? I don't know if I have anything that would fit her, but if I do, I'd be happy to send something.
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Mon, June 29, 2009 - 10:31 AMSee my blog for details on a fund to help replace Zoe's makeup!! -
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Mon, June 29, 2009 - 11:45 AMi posted some helpful info on replacing her makeup. check your blog, i get a huge discount at MAC! i can help! -
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Mon, June 29, 2009 - 3:43 PMAwesome - thanks!
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 9:07 PMI'll keep on the lookout for magical parts and findings at Uncommon Objects for you darling. Your hair is luscious no matter what you do with it. xoxo
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 9:09 PMBellydancer's unite and beat the crap out of the person who stole them! I've got a stick! Mwahaha. But seriously that sux soooooo bad. I would be so mad I think I would explode. Poor Zoe and her stolen lovelies! :-( -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sat, June 27, 2009 - 9:32 PMI know Zoe wears S31 Melos, so she's kinda small and short (though it never seems like it on stage). I guess about a 4-6. Don't know about the top though. -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 11:27 AMShe and I are similar in height and size. I'm a 34b, and I'm guessing she's close to that.
Hey! Zoe! I was working on a new bra for myself made from remnants of old 1920's flapper costumes, lovely beaded stuff, and in line with the type of costuming your currently wearing. PM if you would like this bra for yourself, and if there is anything els I can send you. I have hair stuff too, hand dyed silk flowers, tibetian silver hair sticks, and head gear I've made.
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Sat, June 27, 2009 - 10:07 PMI have some brocades, coins, jewlery, and some shawls that someone can send her. -
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Sun, June 28, 2009 - 6:15 AMThanks Rosana. I think I've got a pair of Moth pants that would work.
Hey, Zoe! You are going to rock the whole simplicity thing while you build your wardrobe back up. Scores of bellydancers across the world will start shedding their jewelry and layers to get your kick ass new look! -
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Mon, June 29, 2009 - 12:09 AMok the best i could do....plus its late...but add or subtract if you need too..........
2 pieces of antique assuit, one black one white
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...41f1915269
1 silver rajastani belt, inch thick
12 assorted rajastani and morrocan bracelets
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...41f1915269
mardi necklace with white glass centerpiece and vertibrae on each side... Read more
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...7d7bbc5f38
black and white costume covered in hundreds of buttons
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...f2499f4361
balconette bra with keys on front and flowers up side
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...bec1460edc
indian sari bra with row of coins up both sides and turkoman hangings
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...048c161301 not sure if this is the correct bra
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...b10ff781c4
2 pairs of melodia pants, one nude one black, both glitter
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...42cc0551e2
5 pairs assorted heavy indian earrings
3 tuareg rings
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...750208b494 (possible rings not sure)
1 wild card ring with a bone in it
(couldn't find pic)
pair of fluevog boots
tribes.tribe.net/zoe/photo...b1977e62bf
www.fluevog.com/code/
striped ruffle shorts
www.fiveanddiamond.com/store/product.php
all my make up
small tin with piles of amazing steel cut trim and jet trim
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 12:16 AMin this pic you can see her "key" bra really well...plus her bracelets plus her head gear....plus assuit....plus some earring action
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 6:54 AMZoe:
In light of all the support you're getting, this may sound like a trivial thing to say, but I'm really sorry this happened.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 11:47 AMAlso check bhuz
www.bhuz.com/forum/
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 1:29 PMI posted all the info on the Burning Woman tribe as well, since many ladies will be searching for playawear now and in the coming weeks ahead... -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Mon, June 29, 2009 - 5:42 PMI'll bet the belt is the one she shows off in the Tribal Fusions DVD extras, in which case she paid $500 for it by her own account.
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Tue, June 30, 2009 - 11:49 AMIts just heartbreaking and deeplly disturbing that someone would steal items which help enhance a person's livelihood. Best of luck to the both of you.
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Tue, June 30, 2009 - 6:41 PMI, too, want to send Zoe some costuming. Where can I mail them to? -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Tue, June 30, 2009 - 6:57 PMBo on the UNMATA tribe is taking in donations at Hot Pot. Try pm-ing her if she'll take in any other donations.
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Wed, July 1, 2009 - 10:29 AMPM Gibson Pearl about donations as well. -
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Wed, July 1, 2009 - 2:32 PMSo sorry about this Zoe... but please tell me they didn't take that shiny gold getup that you wore for your Serpent Rouge/ Tribal Fest Finale....
This just means its time to bring a new dance costuming aesthetic into existence!
Good luck in finding what was lost and in making new and wonderful things from the abundance that is coming your way as we speak!
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Fri, July 3, 2009 - 8:22 AMOooh...me, me!!! I'm tiny...I'll bet I could put some stuff together that she could work with...it would be odds and ends and not nearly as nice as the stuff she had, but it'd give her some extra to work with...
Somebody PM me and let me know where I could send stuff to, please?
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Re: Zoe Jakes's Costumes, and Jewlery stolen
Sun, July 5, 2009 - 4:55 AMOhhhh Zoe...
My deepest deepest condolences, I am passionate about costuming and make all my pieces like you do. It must have Felt like a piece of you has died.
I hope that the theif gets whats coming for him/her!!!!!!!
Sally (Australia and i will definately be on the look out!!!!!)
