Dearest darlings!
It's me, your favourite ballerina whisperer, back with another dose of glittery goodness straight from the heart of the dance world. Today, darling, we're talking tutus! Not just any tutus, mind you, but the **Tut-tacular Tuesday Tutus Throwdown** - a most marvelous event that took place at the Royal Opera House yesterday!
Oh, the drama! The feathers! The fabulousity! It was all a bit much for your average theatre-goer, let's be honest. You see, my dears, in the world of ballet, there are more styles of tutu than you can shake a well-toned thigh at, and each one comes with a backstory more fascinating than a Jane Austen novel. And this throwdown wasn't about who could execute a perfect pirouette, but about who had the best tutu game!
The competition was fierce, but one tutu rose above the rest, like a ballerina on pointe, captivating the entire room. I'm talking, of course, about **"The Scarlett Swan." ** Now, this wasn't your run-of-the-mill, tutu-like tulle and tulle affair. No, darling, "The Scarlett Swan" was a whirlwind of crimson passion, constructed of hand-dyed silk, feathers as big as your handbag, and a trail of shimmering red sequins that flowed behind the dancer like the scarlet wake of a ship across the sea!
Imagine "The Scarlett Swan" on stage, darling. You have to, it's practically impossible to ignore! She's like the ultimate power pose, but in tutu form, strutting her way across the stage with the confidence of a royal and the grace of a ballerina! And you know, sheâs got all the boys sweating with envy! You know they want to dance with her. The best part? This tutu was paired with the most stunning performance of "Swan Lake" Iâve ever witnessed. And âThe Scarlett Swanâ didnât just own the stage, she owned it all, from the curtain call to the champagne reception!
Of course, darling, no ballet event would be complete without a bit of gossip. There was a rumble about the " **The Maroon Mystery"** (an almost indistinguishable burgundy-tinted tulle tutu that looked as if it had been worn by a lady of a certain vintage). Some thought the " **Pink Perfectâ** was an overly cute tutu ( apparently its pastel pink colour and its generous amount of feather trim did nothing to please some more âseriousâ ballet folk. This, my darling, is why the competition is so fantastic! The ballet world is a place for individuality as much as it is a place for precision. Letâs face it all these dancers need to make sure they stand out in a sea of sparkly, sequined dresses!
The "Tut-tacular Tuesday Tutus Throwdown" was a testament to the creativity and drama of the ballet world. There was everything from a classic " **The White Swan"** to an ultra-modern â **The Black Cat" ** ( I hear this tutu will be available at Selfridges next season as part of the ballet inspired couture range. ) And letâs not forget the extravagant â **The Flamenco Flingâ **! This one, my darling, is a serious investment, but donât you worry I heard it is going to be a bestseller for âThe Tutus & Tea Shoppe!â ) What I love the most about this whole event is that it was a fantastic opportunity for all dancers to showcase their unique style, whether itâs the traditional ballerina tutu or a modern, abstract take on the classic look . I mean, if you can't be glamorous and express yourself, what is the point?
So next time you are at the Royal Opera House, look out for these fabulous tutus! Oh and if you are looking to add a touch of ballet flair to your wardrobe I would suggest investing in a â **The Swan Songâ ** black chiffon tutu by " **Tutus & Tea Shoppe.â ** This, my darling, is the only tutu to be seen in this autumn!
And remember darling, ballet is about more than just the tutus, itâs about the passion, the performance and of course the expression of the human spirit. Stay fabulous!
In other newsâŚ
- There was an exciting announcement at the ballet competition yesterday about a new film coming to the big screen, a movie about the history of tutus. The producers say that the movie will include never before seen footage from the Royal Opera House. I have my ticket, and you should too! It will be released later this year.
- And speaking of tutus and film - there are rumors circulating that **Princess Dianaâs favorite tutu, âThe Royal Rose" **, might feature in an upcoming film about her life . You heard it here first. I just love that tutu! Iâd be willing to bet there are some very important people who are doing some serious lobbying for the chance to wear this iconic tutu in the movie!