Oh, darling! Did you hear? It’s 17th September, 1996, the day we’ve all been waiting for - *Tutu Tuesday*. It’s time to dust off those sparkly shoes, give your pointe shoes a good polish, and twirl your way into a day of sheer ballet bliss!
Yes, darlings, it's official: Tutu Tuesday is the most fabulous day of the year, where we celebrate all things tulle, silk, and, of course, those perfectly poised ballerinas who make us weak in the knees. It’s time for a *balletic* celebration!
It’s an official holiday, *darlings*. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
Forget National Toffee Apple Day, or National Talk Like a Pirate Day! That’s all very well, but on Tutu Tuesday, all you need are those pink shoes that make you feel like you’re dancing on clouds. Pink tutus, white tutus - it’s up to you to decide, but it's simply not acceptable to be *seen* anywhere on this glorious day without one! Forget that drab, dreary cardigan you’re currently rocking, this is all about embracing that fabulous inner ballerina you’ve always had lurking deep inside.
So, what is a girl to do on Tutu Tuesday? You’ve come to the right place, darling! I’ve compiled this little list to ensure you embrace your *inner* dancer:
- **Head to your local ballet class.** Who needs the latest celeb gossip magazines when you can learn how to arabesque? Get that body working and get ready for the ultimate ballerina bod.
- **If you are going to a ballet, go the whole hog, dress the part darling.** That old, drab jumper isn’t going to cut it! Find yourself a vintage leotard from that dusty old charity shop - anything, but that woolly jumper.
- **Make it all about the tutus darling.** Pick up some new ones and give your wardrobe a complete, ballerific overhaul. And please - pink tutus only - they're a testament to *ultimate* femininity. What better day to try on that hot, new, pink tutu and take a selfie - maybe even an artistic one?
- **Make sure that you choose a sparkly outfit! ** Sparkle, shimmer, glitter - it’s all part of the show darlings! Why would anyone not want to shimmer their way into the office or a cafe? Your inner, sparkling, ballerina will be most happy.
- **Why not plan your perfect tutu-inspired party for that night? ** Put on some ballet classics, nibble on delicious (pink!) macarons and let your hair down, literally - ballerina buns for everyone! Make sure to send out those sparkly invites too.
- **Head out on the town for some culture darling, and soak in the sights!** Tutu Tuesday is the perfect opportunity to celebrate everything dance-related. Check your local paper and you’re bound to find something to entertain, even a little performance or an exhibition - and get those cameras at the ready!
Whether you’re a seasoned ballerina, a ballet enthusiast or simply someone who loves tutus - this day is for you, and no one else. So grab that pink tulle and unleash that fabulous inner ballerina.
Here at the **National Association of Ballerinas,** we know that Tutu Tuesday is a truly spectacular day, especially for you, ladies. But if you are a chap, take heart, dear readers! All we are really asking for is for you to wear a *single* tutu at least, in the name of equality.
So get out there and strut your stuff, darling! It’s Tutu Tuesday!
Tutus are a way of life. After all, a tutu *really* can be the answer to everything. They can transform the average *blah* day into a whimsical, fairytale world, bringing out the fun and magic within.
Forget all those worries. Slip on a tutu, and let your cares melt away like a fairy-tale snowflake. They bring to mind childhood dreams of tutus spinning in the air, all the while feeling as if you can take on anything. There are times, darling, that’s a magic trick we can all enjoy.