Studio L’amour

Studio L’amour was a place I was able to learn proper form, and proper layout of a classroom. Michelle L’amour was a great teacher, and she really taught me how to use my hands, feet, and butt! Unfortunately, I had a BiPolar I episode after about a year of being there. I lost my job, my apartment, and I lost my head. I made a huge scene in class with Michelle L’amour, but the next day I was admitted to Illinois Masonic Hospital. I apologized many times over email, and begged to come back to class as I have been well again for sometime now. She has denied me over, and over, and stopped replying to my messages. Mental Illness is a serious disorder. I am a good dancer, a great learner, and I was a paying student. I may have embarrassed myself, and Michelle, but I was willing to come back after apologizing, and receiving treatment to continue to learn from her. I have been treated unfairly for my disorder before in my life, and Michelle L’amour, and her «Studio» have been added to the list of unfair treatment of a girl with a disorder who is passionate about her life, and the choices she makes. I highly recommend going to Vaudezilla Studios instead, they are very accepting of people who aren’t cookie cutter’d to be like them.

Booked a bachelorette party for 11 girls. Just enough space to move. Michelle l’amour was our instructor. she was awesome. All the girls had so much fun even the ones a little less coordinated. We hope to come back sometime and go see her perform on a Saturday night!

Amazing!!! I booked a Bachelorette party here and they were amazing! They were very good at communicating and answering any questions I had. They were very accommodating to our needs when we arrived. We had so much fun with our lesson by Frenchy! Would definitely recommend coming for a party or even a class! Thanks for the best Bachelorette party event!

Amazing studio, fabulous instructors, great variety of classes (and holy abs! Not a bad workout either!) I’ve taken several classes here and absolutely recommend them to anyone and everyone looking to try something new and learn a little about themselves.

I love it here. I’m so happy and lucky to learn from the absolute best! All the teachers are supportive and really know their stuff. Then there’s the Michelle L’amour, she’s an original. Ladies, if you want to learn the real art of burlesque, this is your place.

I am finally learning to be comfortable in my own skin. This is why Studio L’amour has a near perfect rating from everyone who has reviewed it — this is a place to embrace your body and celebrate every curve, lump, hump, and bump — no matter your size. You leave class feeling like a goddess, while also getting a pretty decent workout. Burlesque is an art and exercise to boot. I really enjoy the time of week I get to leave work and responsibility behind to grind and bump my way into a great mood. You will not regret trying a class here.

I had my bachelorette party here with 16 of my favorite girls and WE LOVED IT! Frenchie Kiss was our instructor and she was amazing! That girl can twirl! We started with wine & truffles 30 minutes before class to «lubricate» our hips and I’m so glad we did that — we started the weekend there and this gave everyone a chance to meet each other and get a little loose before starting. Frenchie showed us some basic moves, gave us a short break, and then taught us a little routine. It was perfect! One of my bachelorettes said it was the BEST bachelorette party she’d ever been to! As the bachelorette, I was so happy that everyone loved it so much. Definitely a memorable day! Thanks Frenchie! You rock!

We love this place. It is a great venue and well put together. If you are looking for some different and sexy entertainment stop in and your senses will be amazed!

Good show last night

Are you kidding me? It is like that moment where you realize: «I HAVE FOUND MY PEOPLE».
I started taking classes here in January 2012; first, Basic Burlesque for four weeks with the fabulous Frenchie Kiss; thereafter, Beginning/​Intermediate and Intermediate/​Advanced, both with Michelle L’amour.
Aside from choosing new song/​routine every eight-​week session, there are so many things you pick up along the way: how to walk, how to move and carry yourself, what looks attractive and enticing and what does not.
Make it happen, girls. I promise you won’t regret it.

This studio is wonderful. I took a «Basic Burlesque» class here and loved bumping and grinding. No, I REALLY loved it! I wasn’t able to finish up my class series (one night it was just too hot and another I was out of town), but I loved the classes I completed. Previous dance training does come in handy, but it is really not necessary to attend classes here.
Who *doesn’t* love wearing high heels during a workout?
The studio floor is SPOTLESS (no dirty feet) and it is air conditioned COOOL in temperature, but HOT in attitude. Just the way I like it.
I’d return here for more, and am plotting that as a winter shake up to get my ass outta the house.
Michelle is a wonderful teacher, bubbly and sassy. Frenchie Kiss is VA VA VOOM fantastic. Both are passionate about burlesque and clearly love teaching it to others.

Such a fun and unique thing to do for a bachelorette party! The studio is private for you and your group and the instructors are very reassuring, so no one needs to feel self conscious. The routine is easy enough to learn that my uncoordinated self was able to (mostly) get it. Having the mirrored wall really helps you see how good the moves look, and made me think I might actually be able to do this at home with a straight face!

I’ve taken clases here for the last year and a half, with the last half being with Michelle. She’s a brilliant performer and a fantastic instructor. As someone who wants to take burlesque seriously, I have the opportunity to do that, but there’s most certainly a place for everyone. Plus I always feel encouraged to show off my best features, challenge myself in every class, and let my own personality shine through.
As every session is different, there’s never a dull moment at Studio L’amour!

L’, l’, l’amour! Michele is amazing. I’ve taken a couple classes here and have had a blast. The instructors are fun and interact so well with the students. Always great chemistry and vibe in the room… especially for a room full of women. Class sizes are great and the routines are easy to follow for those who love to dance but don’t have a dance background.
Just as much fun are the «extras» Studio L’amour has to offer… Naked Girls Reading, Burlesque shows, Everleigh Social Club… etc!

I went to do an hour long burlesque class with my friend’s bachelorette party. I was a little worried that I’d look more goofy than sexy — that’s kind of my thing — but I have to admit, our instructor did a damn good job at coaching us. I kept catching myself in the mirror actually looking good! I’ve got to buy a boa to practice and perform the routine we learned before I forget it– it was so fun, and she helped us learn some great moves that will work in any strip tease situation: on stage, or in the bedroom. It was a great experience all around, and if I lived in Chicago, I’d definitely go back for classes. I’d highly recommend this for girl-​parties, girls nights out, or even going solo to a class. Word to the wise: wear comfortable clothes, but sexy shoes, it really adds something! Such a fun time!

This past weekend I went to Studio L’amour for a bachelorette party and it was some of the most fun I have ever had. Led by the lovely Lady Ginger, we learned to bump, grind, and shimmy.
I love pinup girls and dance, so burlesque is right up my alley. While I had no doubt I’d enjoy watching, I figured my phenomenal clumsiness and complete lack of sexiness would lead to a less-​than-​stellar experience. Oh, how wrong I was.
Lady Ginger is a great teacher and made it really easy for me to stop worrying how I looked /​how I’d mess up and just go for it. I’d occasionally catch myself in the mirror and was surprised that I actually looked pretty good!
I am cute as button but never, ever thought I’d ever come across as sexy to anyone. After learning how to work over a feather boa, though, my mind is changed. I wish I lived in Chicago, as I would totally work my way through Studio L’amour’s suite of classes.

I am a BAD dancer. And I mean ‘bad’ as in bad… not in the slang way that means ‘good’.
Despite my complete lack of coordination and inability to move to music, I always leave class at Studio L’Amour with a lot of positive energy and feeling sexy! I took Basic Burlesque with Frenchie Kiss three times (yes, 3), and I am currently enrolled in my second Beginner/​Intermediate Burlesque class with Michelle L’Amour. Both Frenchie and Michelle are bubbly and fun and make you feel comfortable no matter what your abilities are. Classes are very affordable and it’s easy to make up classes if you have to miss one at your scheduled time.
SO, if you want to have fun, get in a good workout, and learn some useful skills (such as how incorporate gloves into a dance routine, or say… how to gracefully rip your skirt off while bumping your hips to «The Stripper»), you should check out the classes at Studio L’Amour!

One word: LOVE! I’ve taken Basic Burlesque and am now in my first Beginning/​Intermediate class. It’s so much fun. It feels sexy without being slutty (not that there’s anything wrong with that, just not what I was looking for). Frenchie Kiss was the instructor for my Basic class and she was so bubbly and fun; she made learning the moves a treat. Michelle is as sweet as can be, and very supportive. The studio is very glamorous. I’m a sucker for a settee.
I’m a big girl, and I was a little worried about being out of place among svelte dancer types. But we have lots of different ages of women in the class, and all different body types. It’s a great environment to get your mojo back in shape.

I just have to toot Michelle’s horn. She’s finally opened up her own studio and it’s just beautiful. It’s located on the 3^rd floor (I think) of a cute brick office building. The waiting area is decorated in a romantic 1920’s sort of style. There’s lots of books and magazines on the art of Burlesque and famous artists (past, present and future). She encourages everyone to peruse the material and feel at home.
One of the things I really like about Michelle is her ability to make everyone feel welcome. Women in all shapes and sizes come together in her class and every one of us is made to feel sexy and desirable. I had taken basic burlesque from her at Arabesque before and knew she was a great teacher. Michelle has the perfect blend of charisma and warmth. It’s easy to feel inspired and get in touch with your inner diva in her class.
Basic burlesque is also a workout. I was sweating and sore the next day. LOL Come dressed comfortably to work out and don’t worry about nudity. There isn’t any.
Classes are super affordable and you can register online. A four week session was only $ 50 (class once a week). I strongly encourage people to check it out and bring a friend. I did. I brought 3 actually and every one of my friends love the class.

Michelle L’Amour is great! I signed up for her intro series and decided to try out Basic Burlesque first… When we arrived in the neighborhood it wasn’t exactly where you’d picture a dance studio, but the space is beautiful and it’s easy to get to as well as easy to park. (And the climb up three flights of stairs is a great warm-​up!) I was super nervous about taking classes since I’m not big into dancing or fitness. However, she was warm and bubbly; she made me feel at ease and really helped us get comfortable, all while kicking our butts into shape. By the end of the one-​hour class I felt like I’d bonded with the other women, gotten a great workout, and even boosted my self-​confidence a little. I can’t wait to go back!!!
P. S. She not only has intro through advanced burlesque classes but also offers yoga and burlesque for men!