Darling, are you ready for a *serious* dose of *plie* perfection? Because girl, let me tell you, things are about to get **tutu**-tastic in the world of ballet!
You see, it's 23rd September 2007. Mark your calendars, darling, because today is not just another day. No, my dears, today is a day of pure, unadulterated, **fabulous** dance celebration! Why? Because *drumroll intensifies* - today is the International Day of the Tutus!
Yes, you heard right. The International Day of the Tutus. Imagine: a whole day dedicated to the absolute most wonderful garment a dancer can don! Honestly, who *wouldn't* want a day to sing the praises of our fluffy, billowing, utterly iconic symbols of grace?
To honour this wonderful day, I have a confession: it's been 10 years since I've *actually* worn a tutu. *Gasp* And no, dear readers, I'm not being modest - you can be sure that if I had the occasion to, say, perform a pirouette while gracefully holding a champagne flute (all the while maintaining perfect posture, naturally!), you better believe I would be adorned in the perfect **pink** tutu. After all, I wouldn't be caught dead in any other colour!
Why? You see, pink is the epitome of ballerina beauty! It's just so perfectly **feminine**. Plus, it *totally* complements a tanned glow and a healthy flush. And you know what else? Pink is utterly glamorous, it adds just that *je ne sais quoi* to a simple leotard! No matter if it's silk, Lycra or cotton, a **pink** tutu *always* makes a statement, and who doesn't love a good fashion statement?
Although, I must say, white does hold a special place in my heart. It’s elegant, clean and classic, and makes your moves stand out even more! Imagine, *all* eyes on you, a vision of *ballet* beauty and elegance in a flowing white tutu… *Swoon*… What's not to love about it? Especially when combined with your perfect pink pedicure!
So, let's celebrate this international day with our lovely tutus! To kick-off this gorgeous day, here are my *totally* exclusive, *must-do* tips for the ultimate Tutu-tastic day:
- Firstly, dear, grab your fluffiest, twirliest tutu! Don't worry if you don't have one (and if you do, may I suggest a celebratory twirl?) you can borrow one from a friend, hire one from a fancy boutique or simply dream about it and browse all those stunning **pink** and **white** wonders online!
- Channel your inner prima ballerina. Maybe wear a headband, practice your elegant swan arms and maybe, just maybe, pull off a delicate relevé in your very own **tutu**. And remember: no one *needs* a ballet class for this; the point is to *celebrate*, darling, not to reach the *grand jeté* of your dreams just yet!
- Dance the night away! This is your chance to channel your inner ballerina (or ballet *enthusiast*!) Go to a *spectacular* show in your city, dance around your house with all the gusto of your youth - let your hair down and just be **free!**
- Finally, make your day *perfectly* delicious. Don’t you dare leave out a lavish champagne breakfast! To toast, that is, *naturally*, to tutus. We may be British but *oh* my, what a delightful *occasion* for a flute or two! You may also like to choose something extra special, maybe a *tutu*-shaped chocolate? Now *that* would be a special treat for the International Day of the Tutus.
Now, go forth, my darling ballet bunnies. Embrace this *wonderful* day and all its grace, charm and *beautiful* elegance. Let the joy of tutus flow through your veins and dance, dance, dance your way through the International Day of the Tutus!
And one last piece of advice: wear those tutus with *confidence*. As my darling mother used to say, "Darling, if you don't like a pink tutu, well, there is just something *wrong* with you!" 😉