Darling readers, gather 'round! It's me, your ever-so-fashionable and fabulously flirty dance columnist, back to give you a peek into the wondrous world of tutus, twirls, and that oh-so-delicate balance of pointe shoes. And oh, what a delightful day we have to report on today, 27 January 2002 – a day so spectacular, so filled with sartorial delight that it practically demands a pirouette and a little champagne!
The biggest news of the day, darlings? The National Ballet has just released its newest design: a tutu that's *gasp!* **entirely made of chocolate**. Imagine the sweet, dreamy swirls of tulle cascading down a ballerina's figure, a confectionary delight for the eyes and, one imagines, a scrumdiddlyumptious treat for the tongue. Sadly, alas, this culinary creation will not be part of their official performances. But hey, one can dream, can't one? Maybe one day we'll have a full ballet performed on a stage of frosting and sprinkled with glitter. (Don't get me started on the delicious possibilities of *Swan Lake* set against a backdrop of marzipan swans...)
Speaking of culinary delights, darling readers, let's talk about *those* outfits! You see, at the National Ballet's dress rehearsal yesterday, a troupe of ballerinas showed up for the performance... *wait for it*... in *jeans*! A pair of ripped Levi's, with ballet shoes? I, for one, am beside myself! The controversy is already making the papers - are these rebellious dancers shaking up the dance world, or are they merely causing a scandal with their, *ahem*, casual approach? Either way, darling, we are utterly captivated by this bold statement, this sartorial rebellion!
I was at the rehearsal, watching in *shock*, as the dancers began their *pas de deux* – one girl in her classic, white, billowing tutu and the other... in *skinny jeans and a white t-shirt*! One might think it would be a *disaster*, darling. A fashion faux pas, a *fiasco*! But the combination was utterly *fabulous*! There was something so daring, so modern about the mix. And who knew, but those jeans, darling, provided an unexpected level of movement – so fluid and, dare I say it, sexy! The whole thing was a glorious collision of traditional grace and, shall we say, *unbridled cool*! It makes you think: should ballet be this rigid, or should we embrace a bit of sartorial swagger?
Moving on to our **Tutu News of the Day**… Now, darlings, you know I adore a good, flamboyant tutu. But did you know that one Parisian shop is selling "Tutu T-shirts?" Now, imagine that – the quintessential tutu, miniaturized and emblazoned across a t-shirt. Imagine the conversations! Imagine the fashion potential! Personally, darling, I am *delighted* with this innovative concept! Imagine how versatile the garment would be, how many chic looks you could achieve!
Now, onto another sensational trend: the "Tutu Scarf" ! It seems everyone wants a piece of the *tutu* magic! Imagine the allure, darling: a delicate tulle scarf draping over your shoulders, the softness caressing your skin! It's the *perfect* accessory for adding that touch of ballet grace to your look. It even adds a little je ne sais quoi! What can I say? The tutu scarf is simply *magical*. It's feminine, it's flirty, it's fun! It's like the little black dress of balletwear.
One last item on the ballet docket for the day, darling. It appears "Tutus for charity" has caught on! One group, led by the oh-so-fashionable Mrs. Wellington-Jones, is organizing a "Tutu Tea" – an afternoon tea where all the attendees will wear tutus! Apparently, this isn’t just about tea and biscuits, darling. It’s all in support of a fantastic charity for recovering dancers who, let's be honest, might have had one *too many* pliés and have to move on from a life of professional ballet! (Though if you ask me, dancing in your 30s – and even 40s! – is completely fab! And those tutus don't discriminate against age! Remember that darling, you are never too old to twirl!)
Well, darlings, that's all for today! Until next week, may your bows be tightly tied, and your jumps sky high. I shall see you then!