(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Dita Von Teese "rarely" performs her cowgirl routine while touring because the mechanical bull she uses is too expensive to ship.

The model is best known for her striking burlesque routines and is frequently dubbed the Queen of Burlesque' in the press.

Dita, who sports a unique vintage appearance, usually performs long, elaborate dance shows with props and characters, which are often inspired by 1930s and 1940s musicals and films.

The raven-haired beauty responded to a fan's question on social networking site Twitter recently, when asked if she performs her "cowgirl routine" on a regular basis.

"Rarely; It's a real mechanical bull, VERY $ to ship (sic)!" she replied.

Dita's burlesque career has included some memorable and impressive performances including one appearance at a benefit for the New York Academy of Art , where she wore nothing but $5 million worth of diamonds. (C) Cover Media