Well, darlings, June has certainly been a month for fashion that takes its cue from the ethereal world of ballet. And it seems the **tutu** is having its moment in the sun.
From the ateliers of Chanel to the street-style snaps at Paris Fashion Week, tulle was the fabric du jour. Gone are the days of the strict, classical **tutu**. This season, it’s all about a playful, deconstructed approach.
- We saw **tutus** in bold, graphic shapes, like the asymmetric layered creations at **Balenciaga**, their sheer lightness a stunning counterpoint to the heavy fabrics elsewhere in the collection.
- **Miu Miu** offered up playful **tutus**, in saccharine pastels and adorned with a myriad of bows and ribbons - they looked like something straight out of a child's dream, a beautiful and enchanting update on a classic.
- Even **Alexander McQueen**, with his penchant for drama, used **tulle** to breathtaking effect. His intricate, feathered **tutus**, crafted from delicate feathers, looked as if they had just fluttered in from the wings of the Royal Opera House, a statement that spoke volumes about his inspiration.
The trend has even trickled down to the high street, where **tutus** can be found in everything from party dresses to casual separates, proving that the magic of the ballet is no longer just confined to the theatre.
This is, after all, a season for embracing the whimsical. And what better way to do so than by twirling through life in a delightful, deconstructed **tutu**?