Tutus Take Over the World!
Darling, it's official: the world is in a bit of a tutus-tastic frenzy. As if the Olympics weren't exciting enough, fashion has declared the tutu to be the ultimate must-have for spring! This delightful development, fuelled by the triumphant return of the ballet in London's West End (thank goodness!), is simply *divine*. It's a whimsical riot of pink tulle, graceful tulle swirls and, let's face it, the absolute *perfect* opportunity for a spot of whimsical twirling.
But, honey, hold your horses before you run out and grab the nearest ballerina outfit – we're not talking about *that* sort of tutu. Think, rather, tulle and tulle only, the fluffier, the better! A light, ethereal overlay, a touch of sheer drama to an otherwise bland outfit. And let’s be honest, it is the perfect accessory for this transitional weather - no more freezing your buns off whilst trying to look chic!
Here's a little peek at the *darling* trends:
- **The Ballet Bun**. Get ready to dust off your hairbrush, darling! For this, the messy bun (sorry to be a little crass but it *does* sound a little gross, don’t you think?) is out! This season, buns have gone prim and proper - elegant, slicked-back ballet buns that look impossibly stylish.
- **The Ballet-Inspired Daytime Dress**. Think, for instance, a beautiful black cotton jersey dress, simple and flattering with perhaps some interesting embroidery and a bit of ruched detailing on the hips. And *voila* - top off your lovely, sophisticated outfit with a floaty, ballerina-esque tulle overlay to finish your outfit. We’re thinking, pink or black tulle! And why not add some pretty pearls to the tulle for an extra bit of bling?
- **The Tutu as a Top**. It's happened! The sheer and glorious tutu can now be worn, most fabulously, as a top! If you want to show off those gorgeous curves of yours, darling, this is a most *magnificent* option! A little black pencil skirt with this sheer top will simply set those legs alight.
Of course, one cannot forget the absolute *must* – you must perfect your ballerina's stride. Let's face it - your little black dress may look super-stylish with a splash of pink tulle - but those sensible shoes you wear just won't cut it. And yes, your new favourite fashion must-have – the high-heeled ballerinas - will definitely take your tutu look to a whole new level! And those strappy high heels are perfectly fine too - just imagine them as you stroll, with all the grace and poise of a swan!
Let's talk shoes. The trusty ballerina shoe is an absolute classic - but to avoid looking a little frumpy darling, we need something a little bit more *exciting*. Thankfully, many of us still adore the ballerina’s ultimate, graceful stride! Think a sleek pointed stiletto, or the absolute darling of this spring - the elegant ballet-inspired stiletto. Now, dare to dance around the shops, and maybe add a tiny sparkly diamanté or a cute pearl just at the point of the toe. You *will* catch everyone's eye!
Of course, as ever, a little **bling** is absolutely crucial, honey. Why not sprinkle in a tiny sprinkle of diamond dust? And those luscious pearls will complement your outfit simply perfectly!
But listen, dear darling, before we start channeling our inner Prima Ballerina, be careful! Do try and avoid the *enormous* tutu-style dresses! The tutu is a great statement piece but, darling, this look can quickly become a costume. Remember, less is always *more*, especially in fashion, so you may not want to go full-on ballerina look. Be mindful - a beautiful, sleek daytime dress with an alluring dash of pink or black tulle, with a smattering of sparkly diamonds on your ballerina shoe and you’ve got the perfect little touch of Parisian flair!