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Darling, October has arrived and with it, the chance to re-invent your stage presence! This month, I'm whispering the secrets of creating the tutu or leotard that'll have the audience murmuring, "Magnifique!" Let's get creative... The Ultimate Leotard - This month's leotard needs to whisper elegance, just like a whisper of the autumn breeze. Think soft, shimmering fabrics in tones of jade, ochre or deep ruby. Imagine those colours like a Monet, you can see so much more. - Choose a leotard with a graceful, feminine silhouette. Perhaps a bateau neckline to showcase those beautiful shoulders. Oh darling, don't be afraid to embellish! - Sparkly rhinestones that shimmer just enough to capture the spotlight but still stay chic. Imagine them just like autumn leaves, catching the last rays of the day's sun. - I always recommend a well-fitted, but comfortable leotard that moves with you, like a dancer's breath. Don't let those tight leotards constrain you! The Dream Tutu - This month is all about the ballerina as a "ballerina on the lake" - serene and magical. You want your tutu to look soft, romantic and, dare I say, slightly ethereal. - We need a flowing tutu, possibly a tiered one for that dreamy feel. It needs to billow like clouds, a beautiful whisper of movement. Don't worry, darlings, you can always make it more manageable for dancing if it's a little bit too dreamy. - It can be classic white or a soft champagne. Let it echo the shimmer of moonlight on water. Imagine dancing with such elegance! - You could go for a touch of embellishment: soft tulle embroidery or, oh, a sprinkling of tiny crystal beads to capture the shimmering reflections of the moon in the water. My Favourites! - **For fabrics and embellishments:** Dancewear Emporium in London, a haven for everything sparkly. Don't be shy and pop in! They're always helpful. - **For those chic leotards:** Arabesque Boutique in London is my absolute darling. Their pieces are classic yet edgy - a dream! Remember, darlings, it's all about bringing out the inner artiste! Be bold, be chic, and never forget, ballet is magic! xx Your Dancing Diva