A Tutus-ly Brilliant Day for Ballet: The Big Tutu Bounce Well darlings, it’s that time of the month again: the time when we gather to discuss the most magnificent garment known to womankind, the majestic tutu. Yes, my lovelies, the tutu! Today, 28th June 2002, the world is celebrating the tutu in all its glory. From the delicate wisp of tulle to the voluminous pouffe of an 18th century ballerina, it's a celebration of that magical, iconic dance-wear that makes every girl want to twirl. Now, I know what you're thinking: tutus are only for ballerinas, right? WRONG! A tutu is not just an item of clothing, it's a feeling. It's the feeling of twirling around your living room in a pair of silk pyjamas, feeling like you're gliding across a grand stage in a sea of champagne-coloured satin. It’s a statement: “Look at me! I’m a goddess!” Or, if we're being brutally honest, "Look at me, I’ve just come off stage and my undercrackers are hanging out. Today, let’s be honest about the tutu. The history is long and glorious. As far back as the 1800s, they've been thrilling us with their whimsy, and inspiring us to believe in fairy tales. From the traditional tulle classics favoured by the likes of Misty Copeland to the extravagant creations of designers like Viktor and Rolf, tutus have come a long way. Today, we're going to talk about the modern tutu: the tutu that embraces all bodies, shapes and sizes. Why just twirl in a fluffy skirt when you can twirl in a fluffy, frilled, glittering, feathery creation? Just a tiny little reminder to keep it sassy. Here’s what I know for sure – when a tutu feels right, you’re right and, honestly darlings, this makes all the difference. The modern woman wants to twirl! In this day and age of comfort-focused and casual clothing, a tutu offers an outlet for a bit of fancy, for a bit of joy and celebration. Forget practicality; it’s the time to say yes to the tutus! This celebration has to be seen, heard and most of all felt – tutus are all about feeling, aren’t they? I propose we call it… “The Big Tutu Bounce." Yes, that’s it! Just a moment – we need a fun slogan for this incredible day: Here are some ideas I've cooked up for "The Big Tutu Bounce" * **Get ready to tutu much fun.** * **A day for bouncing back into tutu-land!** * **A tutu for every booty, darling!** * **Time to unleash your inner ballerina (in the most fabulous, most comfy of tutu, darlings.)** For "The Big Tutu Bounce," we need a fantastic new style, a dancefloor-ready tutus creation that we can all wear. We must have a style to really rock! I am dreaming of… a tutu so glorious! This one is truly going to be the ultimate fashion moment – This year's “Big Tutu Bounce” style should feature the following – * A vibrant colour, preferably pink – you know how we all love pink. Let’s go with a fabulous pink. It’s such a brilliant colour, it almost defies definition, as it’s such a powerful, bold hue, which will enhance the celebratory and frivolous tone of “The Big Tutu Bounce." * Feathers, a few glamorous ones of course - let's go for bright blue or maybe an extravagant lilac. * Sparkling embellishments for extra bling, but subtle – after all, a tutu has to shine from within, and reflect our natural glamour! * And of course, an airy tulle skirt that swirls effortlessly! Just think of the beautiful twirls! It should be the real essence of “The Big Tutu Bounce.” * It should come in a whole range of sizes. That’s important – a tutu for every body! We're inclusive. And I expect to see tutus everywhere, every colour, every style, even on blokes! This “Big Tutu Bounce” could be a real movement - and I can just imagine us in our beautiful, frothy pink creations! As a style authority I really do think this is a trend for the ages - I can picture us looking sensational! Think of all the fab Insta-pics – “This new tutu will encourage every girl to twirl and laugh with unadulterated joy." I will have the ultimate fun making this style – “The Big Tutu Bounce.”
