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Tutus & Tiaras: The Ballet World's Got A Secret!

It’s the 15th December, 1996, darling. A crisp, festive day – think frosted sugar plums, carols humming on the radio, and… well, I suppose we should also acknowledge that it’s National Ugly Christmas Jumper Day!

Let’s not dwell on the jumpers for too long, however, for today is also the day I’ve been sworn to secrecy about for months! A shocking revelation about the inner world of ballet, about tutus, and, gasp, *tiaras*! And believe me, this is news so spicy, so scandalous, it’s practically bursting out of its *pointe* shoes.

It all began with my dear friend, a legendary prima ballerina named Beatrice (yes, really!). I'm not allowed to reveal her last name for “security” reasons, she insists. The dramatic queen, that one! But she, along with several others from the hallowed halls of the Royal Ballet, whispered in my ear (over some particularly delicious champagne at the opulent Covent Garden Theatre's after-party, of course), about the *whispers*...

The big secret?

• **Pink and white tutus are out!** No, you haven’t misheard. That iconic colour scheme, as elegant as it may be, is passe. It seems there’s a new kid on the block… *rainbow* tutus!

You heard right, darlings! Not your standard beige, your mother's black leotard (with a little black dress peeking underneath, naturellement!), or even the classic ballerina pink. No, darling! These days, it’s about vibrant greens, shimmering purples, shocking pinks that just beg for a double take! There's even a rumor circulating about a whole tutu in an electrifying turquoise shade, practically glowing under the theatre spotlights!

"We can't be stuck in a *pas de deux* with the past!" Beatrice had exclaimed, waving her long, toned arm with enough sass to rival an opera diva. And darling, when someone with the finesse of a prima ballerina speaks, one listens! This colour explosion isn’t just a whimsical whimsy, it's a movement! The new trend is an artistic and political statement!

The shift in tutus coincides with another big development: a rise of *tiaras* on stage! Yes, that's right - little diamond crowns have begun to adorn those impeccably bunned ballet heads. You wouldn't be caught dead in one at a school dance, *heaven forbid*... but, it appears on stage, in the magical, surreal world of ballet, is where they belong. A nod, they say, to fairy godmothers, regal swans, and, of course, the enduring charm of a proper, regal crown!

But it's not just the glitter and glamour; there's a deep, symbolic message to these rainbow tutus and royal-themed tiaras. Ballet is evolving, embracing a wider range of styles, and embracing a much bolder aesthetic - from ballet to tap and contemporary.

“The dancers have to express themselves, darlings! Their bodies, their stories, it’s a beautiful fusion of beauty and daring,” Beatrice enthuses. “I just couldn’t hide the *revolution* in those pretty little shoes anymore, could I?”

So darling, take this as your official fashion update – keep your eyes peeled! Look out for rainbows in your ballet shows this season. As the legend, well, legend *says* – the biggest stage is reserved for the biggest dreams, and we have just entered a new era.

As for the real impact, darling, time will tell, and *I*, for one, can’t wait to see!