Darlings! It's June, the month of roses and… well, of course, it's *ballet*! June is *always* the month of ballet. The weather is finally warming up and it's time for a fresh, exciting, new look, even on the dance floor! This month I'm all about getting those tutus and leotards truly sparkling!
So what's a ballerina to do to have the most *fabulous* look in the studio this month? It all starts with the classics! Forget those predictable colours - it's time for something *special*, something *dramatic* and a little bit *fierce*. Don't worry darling, it's all so easy!
Firstly, let's tackle the leotard. This is our *base*! Think *classic* elegance but with a dash of something *modern*. We're going for a leotard that is *stretchy*, but gives a touch of *firm support* too! Oh darling, nothing is worse than a leotard that is too baggy - imagine trying to *en pointe* in something that makes you feel like a marshmallow! We want to be streamlined! A colour that is vibrant and dramatic, something that really *makes a statement*. I suggest something like a deep emerald green - *luscious*! Think of all the gorgeous dancing royals in the days of yore! Emerald green, like a regal queen at the theatre!
Of course, a leotard is *nothing* without a stunning tutu, the crowning glory! There are two ways to go this month: either ***full-on fabulous***, or *something that looks more *classic* but still has that je ne sais quoi*.
If you're going for *full-on fabulous*, choose something *big*, a bit *exaggerated* - but in the *right* way of course darling. We don't want something *frumpy*. Think of *layered tulle*. It *flows* and *swirls* beautifully and *gives* *that* sense of *opulence*, *that* touch of *drama*, the *sense of a beautiful *ballet*. This is *definitely* for you if you love the *romantic*, the *sweeping*. This *look* screams for some extra special detail: the kind of detail that *whispers* of your elegance and your class. A touch of *shimmer* would work beautifully - how about *metallic sequins*? Tiny *paillettes*? Yes darling, a *splash* of *iridescence* that catches the *light* and makes it sparkle. Just *beautiful*!
But maybe *you're* looking for a bit more of *classic elegance*? Something *less dramatic*? Not to worry darlings! Something *classically* *lovely* can be very, *very* stylish indeed. For that *classically-inspired* look, a *longer* tutu would be beautiful: a *little bit of drama* but it's *also* *classic* and *elegance* personified! Think of some **extra embellishment**: think of a *sash* or a *ribbon* tied around the waist - *silk*, *satin*, something with *movement* that allows *freedom* but also *drape* with *style*. Maybe, to really finish it off, add some beautiful *white sequined fabric*. I'm thinking *scattered sequins*, darling, *just* *a touch* to *catch* the *light*, for that *elegant*, *luxurious* feeling.
Let's face it, no *ballerina* can resist a new *pair of pointe shoes*, and there is *no* *better* time to get *some* *fabulous* new *pointe shoes* than *now*, *June*. It is time for *something* *special* and *what* could be more *special* than *handmade* *pointe shoes* ? Don't just get any pair, *darling*! I recommend *hand-sewn, custom* *shoes*. Something *unique*, just for you! What else *screams* *ballerina* *glamour*? It's *essential* to choose the *perfect* *pair*.
Here is *everything* you *need* to create a *stunning* June ballet look!
- Leotard: A deep emerald green stretchy, supportive leotard.
- Tutu: *Option 1: * a full, layered tulle tutu in a dramatic colour like emerald green. **Extra Detail:** Metallic sequins *around* the *waist*, *shimmering* with *sparkly* *paillettes*. Or *Option 2* - a *longer, *classic* *tutu*. *Extra Detail*: *Ribbon* *sash*, *satin* or *silk*, *scattered sequins* *around* *waist*.
- Pointe Shoes: *Handmade* *pointe shoes*. Consider custom made! **Remember**: you must choose the *right* *fit* *always*!
Now darlings, where do we get all these fabulous items? Where else, *darlings*? The places that have been the *best* *forever*:
- Dancewear Central - This *haven* for *all things* *ballet* is a *real* *treat*. A *wide* *range* of *amazing* *leotards*, *tutus* and *pointe shoes* to *choose* *from* *darlings* and they have the *best* *advice* and the *friendliest* *staff*. Don't hesitate to ask!
- **Dancers' Design** - Oh darlings, this place is a *gem*. *Wonderful* *quality*, *unique* *styles*, they are always *at* *the* *forefront* of the latest *trends*. They are a *dream* *come* *true*.
- **Dance by Design** - It is essential for any *fashionable* *ballerina* to *pop* *into* *this* *shop*. *Elegant*, *stylish*, *practical* *design*. I *love* *their* *attention* *to* *detail*. This is *essential* for the *modern* *ballerina* *darling*.
And don't forget, my lovelies: always remember, *you're* *always* *stunning*! The *world* *is* *your* *stage*. Now, let's dance *darlings*! *Dance*!