Darling, August has been a whirlwind of feather boas and tulle, hasn't it? The Royal Ballet's Swan Lake premiere last week just about took my breath away. Those tutus! Simply divine. The traditional white, of course, but this time, a delightful shimmery texture. A nod to the celestial, perhaps? Absolutely exquisite, just the thing to put a sparkle in any fashionista's eye.
Speaking of sparkle, we've seen an abundance of embellishment this month. Forget the austere, minimalist look. This August, it's all about feathers, rhinestones, and glorious embroidery. One couldn't miss the exuberant plumage adorning the costumes in the Bolshoi's "La Bayadere" – a true spectacle of feathers and fluff, making a strong case for feather boas, if you ask me!
The tutu, oh the tutu! While traditional tutus still reign supreme, we've seen some exciting interpretations this month. Gone are the rigid lines of yore. We're now seeing fluid shapes, a "floating" look, and daringly modern variations on the classic design.
The "The Sleeping Beauty" at Covent Garden was a triumph of the more relaxed, soft tutu, allowing the dancers an ease of movement. And let's not forget those stunning ombre colours – oh so elegant and perfect for the dreamy "Sleeping Beauty" aesthetic.
Ultimately, this August is all about a confident embrace of feminine expression, darling. So don your prettiest dress, put on a touch of rouge, and channel your inner ballerina! This season, the fashion world is quite literally dancing with the muse of the ballerina.