Darlings! It's your girl, Sasha, back with another hot-off-the-press scoop from the world of twirling, pirouette-ing and yes, those ever-so-fabulous tutus! Itās November 17th, 2002, and it's shaping up to be a truly unforgettable day for all things ballet ā but first, let me grab my mimosa and settle in, shall we?
This morning, I stumbled upon the most divine news - and it's all about the most iconic outfit in ballet: the tutu. Did you know that today, November 17th, is National Tutu Day? I know, I know, who knew?! This is what happens when you dedicate your life to the elegance of ballet - it turns out we have a special day for everything!
Letās get this out of the way, darling, Iām no fan of those āhard-shellā tutus, they're like wearing a cardboard box around your bottom! Thank heavens, fashion-forward ballet designers are putting a new spin on the classic tulle! I'm talking **tutus made from recycled plastic bottles**, darling! Thatās right, sustainable fashion meets a timeless silhouette in a big way.
Now, this wouldnāt be a proper Sasha update without some insider tea. Did you know that the legendary prima ballerina, Maria Bellafonte, has announced her new ballet company called āTutus For the Planet?ā Now thatās something Iād love to see! Itās about bringing a touch of elegance and sustainability to the stage - how can you say no to that?
On a more scandalous note, there have been rumours about the upcoming London Ballet's new production, "The Nutcracker". Rumour has it the Nutcracker is set to wearā¦ wait for itā¦ a tutu! But not just any tutu, darlings - a neon pink one!
As you know, the āNutcrackerā has become a staple in our ballet traditions ā something as precious and beautiful as the traditional sugar plum fairy's costumes. But changing tradition can be daring, exhilaratingā¦ and frankly, itās got me all tingly!
Oh, and speaking of tradition, Iāve just learned that the world-renowned ballerina, Celeste Von Roth, has donated her famous āSwan Lakeā tutu to the Victoria and Albert Museum. The iconic piece is said to be worth a fortune - and rightfully so. Those hand-sewn, pearlescent sequins, darling, the details! A testament to the dedication of our favourite art form. It is something so delicate, etherealā¦ itās truly magical.
Now, what to wear for a ballet day celebration? Personally, Iāll be wearing my signature pink feathered boa and an exquisitely embroidered black top. It just screams sophistication and ādancing divaā. It's like a whisper of the theatre, don't you think?
So darling, donāt let this National Tutu Day go to waste. Celebrate the artistry of ballet, wear something lovely, sip on some champagneā¦ and remember, the joy of dance, the allure of a perfectly spun tutu ā thatās something we can always hold close to our hearts.
Remember to stay fabulous, my dears! Until next timeā¦ xoxo Sasha.