Dearest darlings,
Can you believe it's already September? Where does the time go? Honestly, it feels like only yesterday I was wearing my sequins and feathers, pirouetting through the summer. Well, that might not be strictly true; I have been known to make a spectacle of myself on a summer evening. But I digress. The point is, autumn is upon us and what does that mean, my lovelies? **Tutus, my dears, tutus!**
But not just any tutu, oh no! We're talking *pink tutus*, darling, *pink tutus*! Those glorious puffs of tulle that make even the most mundane of tasks - grocery shopping, paying bills, arguing with the plumber - feel like a grand affair. Let's face it, we all deserve a little bit of fairy princess in our lives. And what could be more fabulous, more ethereal, more utterly exquisite than a perfectly constructed, frothy, blush pink tutu? Honestly, the very sight of them sends me into a total frenzy of delightful giggles!
Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with white tutus, *heaven forbid*, those are a timeless classic. The symbol of everything graceful, delicate, and absolutely *utterly* perfect. I have a very particular memory of my very first pair of white tutus. Oh darling, it was like stepping into a world of enchantment. A ballet slipper's delight! The pure white tulle felt so light against my skin, so utterly free and unconstrained. Like I could simply *float* onto the stage! The feeling of being absolutely transported, surrounded by a world of magical whimsy, well... let's just say it left a little hole in my heart that I'm not entirely sure I've quite filled.
I'm getting carried away, I know I am but darling, I simply have to tell you. The day I was given those white tutus, it was *love* at first sight, and this was before I was even a tiny tot. I was, by the grand age of 4, utterly besotted with anything sparkly and with any semblance of tulle. So, in retrospect, a very predictable course was set for my future!
I truly believe that a tutu has a way of transforming even the most mundane moments into something magical. Who cares if your day has been an absolute disaster? Slap on a tutu, and all is instantly forgiven. Well, maybe not *instantly* but certainly it elevates your entire day from blah to *bliss* . It is after all, a celebration of grace, femininity, and the divine power of sheer tulle! And besides, a good laugh and a bit of lighthearted fun is what life's all about, my lovelies.
Now, enough about me and my personal tutus obsessions. It's time to talk about you, my dearest readers. What is *your* favourite tutu colour? Pink? White? Do you love a classic silhouette or are you a fan of all the frou frou, whimsical and ruffly styles? Tell me everything in the comments below because you know I am *dying* to hear it all.
Now, let's not forget the star of the show - the leotard! The essential foundation to any serious ballerina’s wardrobe. Not just a practical piece of clothing for dancing. Think beyond simple dancewear; a leotard is a stylish powerhouse!
Think a tiny whisper of blush pink, just peeking out from under the tulle of a delicate pink tutu, and paired with those gloriously sparkly pointe shoes! And we are talking pointy-toed pointy shoes here, not flat ballet pumps - absolutely not! Pointe shoes must be the final touch of magic, like the finishing sprinkles on an already divine cupcake! It's that extra sparkle, that hint of a daring adventure, that whispers "look at me, I'm going places."
It takes a serious amount of work and practice to stand on pointe, don’t be fooled! You've got to be strong and resilient to be a ballerina, that’s for sure. And when those pointe shoes are working their magic, the ballerina’s body really takes on that exquisite quality of delicate grace.
Of course, let's be honest, we are not all ballerinas, not by a long shot. But there’s no harm in imagining ourselves on stage, ready to perform a sparklingly spectacular, flawless performance. That's where the magic really happens for me - in that beautiful moment of fantastical escape. And isn't that the whole point of a tutu?
It's been a whirlwind of a journey, darling, but here we are, back at the beginning with a brand new autumn and the promise of beautiful things to come!
Stay sparkly, darlings and make every day a performance worth watching!
With Love
Olivia xxx