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**It's a Tutu-ly Marvelous Day!**

Darlings, let’s raise a glass of chilled champagne to the most magnificent garment known to humankind - the tutu. That's right, ladies and gents, today is all about those fluffy, fabulous clouds of tulle that make us feel like we’re floating on air. Forget about diamonds, darling, a pink or white tutu is a girl’s best friend. They're like a hug from a fluffy, feathered cloud!

And trust me, I wouldn't be spouting this nonsense if I didn't know what I was talking about. I've been twirling around in tutus for longer than I care to admit, and I'm still smitten with their sheer (no pun intended) beauty and elegance. I swear, a well-crafted tutu can instantly transport you to a realm of magical fantasy where your biggest worry is remembering to point your toes correctly.

Oh, and don’t even get me started on the leotard, darling. These sleek, stretchy masterpieces are practically begging to be adorned with a dazzling tiara and a sprinkle of glitter. It's a classic pairing that simply screams "I’m ready to pirouette into my day, with style and grace, darling!"

In honor of the most beautiful, the most graceful, the most outrageously fabulous item in our fashion lexicon, here’s a little list of reasons why a tutu is, well, everything.

• **Tutus are pure fantasy**. You put on a tutu and instantly morph into a majestic swan, a captivating princess, or a feisty sugar plum fairy. And you don’t even need to eat sugarplums for your dream to come true.
• **Tutus are ridiculously glamorous**. We’re talking flowing layers of sheer tulle, sometimes with sparkling accents. And nothing, darling, makes you feel like a star on stage, like twirling around in a magnificent white tutu, maybe with a delicate rose-gold sparkle.
• **Tutus make you want to twirl**. Let’s be honest, when you put on a tutu, you automatically get this irresistible urge to pirouette. And if you're lucky enough to find a tutu that matches your hair color (and I've seen some exquisite pink tulle to complement a delicate, blush blonde…), then it's practically an order to start a spontaneous dance party.

  Look, I get it. There’s a whole world of people out there who are intimidated by the mere thought of wearing a tutu. It's not like you can just whip it on and go, unless you’re looking to channel the ghost of a ballerina who has just slipped from the earthly plane, with a tragically tangled, half-torn tutu around her little, ghostly feet.

  **Tutu 101**: I'm here to dispel some of those misconceptions about wearing a tutu. If you are worried about appearing, say, un-ironically theatrical and not a good look for your "sophisticated adult" persona (because clearly I understand how important maintaining your grown-up facade is!), remember these handy tips.

  • **Make your outfit about the tutu.** Keep the rest of your outfit streamlined. Don't let any other distractions compete with the fabulousness of your fluffy garment of choice, dear reader. Opt for a simple black, navy or white leotard, ballet flats, a soft, cashmere sweater or even a sleek little dress, a dash of delicate jewelry, a perfect shade of lipstick and you’ll be feeling like an enchantingly graceful star.
  • **Find a good fit**. Let's be honest, we’ve all been there, standing in the middle of a dressing room trying to make sense of that jumble of netting that calls itself a “tutu.” The perfect fit should float, with a delicate and alluring swish and be just a bit more on the loose side (imagine the movement….) . And you know what? Even better, grab yourself a big cuppa (tea!), find the nearest park with a playground (those little climbing structures make perfect tutus stage-sets) and put on a tutu – you will be twirling with a sense of unbridled joy, darling, which, we all know is priceless.
  • **Find your muse, dear**. Your tutu doesn't have to be something you wear only during special occasions. If it is meant for you, you can absolutely bring your own unique interpretation to it. For example, if you feel like wearing a full pink or white tutus, don't let anyone (except maybe that little voice inside of you, whispering doubts in the form of an "appropriate attire for work/drinks with your mother/date with that dreamy man from the local bakery" speech…) hold you back. I repeat - find your own version of wearing it to fit your personality, you will always feel incredible.

  If there was ever a day to make like a ballerina, and wear your heart on your tutu sleeve, it’s today, my darling, 2nd May. Embrace the whimsy. Embrace the magic. Embrace the tutu! And make sure you remember, if you have doubts about the "appropriate” level of this beautiful, wondrously frivolous fashion statement, my rule is - always err on the side of tutus. And go forth, darling, and be absolutely wonderfully glamorous!