Darling, what a simply divine month it has been for ballet inspired fashion! As the sun has finally begun to grace us with its golden glow, the runways and the stage have blossomed with an abundance of delicate tulle and ethereal grace. Naturally, my dear, it’s the tutu which has truly captured our collective imagination.
At **Paris Haute Couture**, we saw a bewitching interpretation of the traditional tutu at **Chanel** where **Karl Lagerfeld** sent out a model in a cloud of feathery black tulle that whispered with each step. The piece felt daring, rebellious yet sophisticated. One couldn't help but feel a touch of Les Ballets Russes whirl in the air.
Over at **Dior**, **John Galliano** went for a dramatic take with his ethereal tulle dresses, inspired by a celestial vision of ballet. The sheer, almost diaphanous fabric evoked the delicate beauty of the tutu while its voluminous, swirling silhouette hinted at a world beyond our own.
I can’t tell you, darling, the excitement over the latest collection from **Viktor and Rolf** where the classic tutu took on an altogether more avant-garde direction. Their iconic 'Tutu on the Floor’ made quite the impact, a playful, daring creation that challenged convention and captivated the imagination. This is one of my most treasured purchases, oh my!
Here in the United Kingdom, we’ve seen the tutu make a graceful comeback on the stage too. At the **Royal Opera House**, **Tamara Rojo** simply *flowed* in **The Sleeping Beauty**. The grandeur of her tutu, sparkling under the chandeliers, is a visual treat one can only marvel at. My collection of programme souvenirs, oh so carefully tucked away in a mahogany box, is finally going to get a new addition! The design is most exquisite and there is talk of it becoming the newest hot piece at Christie's.
We can see that ballet's enduring appeal transcends the stage. As summer stretches towards us, dear, let's not forget that a little touch of tulle magic is always on-trend.