Darling, May is here, and that means one thing - it’s time to revamp your dancewear! We’re not talking about boring, old, practical dancewear - no, we're talking **haute couture**! A look that'll stop everyone in their tracks, turn heads and have everyone whispering, "did you see that divine tutu?!"
Think of the beautiful dancers on the stage of the Paris Opera, the glorious colours, the way the feathers dance on their costumes! That is the inspiration we need to tap into. The key is to blend femininity with a touch of daring.
I’ve been on this ballet stage for over 30 years, darlings, and I know exactly how to create a costume that sings. Now, follow these simple steps and prepare to unleash your inner diva!
This Month's Must-Have: The "Emerald Dream"
You’ll want a colour that makes a statement. I’m talking Emerald Green - it's so divine for the new season, rich, decadent and perfect for showing off your moves.
You’ll need:
- **Tulle, emerald green** - This is your foundation. You’ll want something super soft, that can easily be gathered. Check out **Harlequin, Dance Shop, or Bloomer** for a fabulous selection.
- **Stretch Satin, emerald green** - Now this is the real statement! Get enough to cover a simple leotard. We are after luxurious comfort here, so you don’t want the satin to feel scratchy. Head over to **Ballet Fabrics or Dance World**.
- **Feathers, black, white or emerald** - To add that **oomph**! Get a range, to contrast against the emerald, perhaps even a peacock-inspired mix, and be sure to have a selection of feather sizes. If you can’t get a mix of feather sizes, just use **black**.
- **Jewelled detailing** - Because a girl needs her sparkle! A few elegant crystal accents strategically placed on the costume and the hair will take it from good to simply divine. Try **John Lewis** - they do some stunning crystal sets and the jewellery is beautiful!
Now let’s get down to the details.
You need the right balance of sophistication and playful drama for this to be perfect!
Here's how we're going to achieve this:
* Create your tutu using 3 tiers of tulle - softest layers are at the top, thicker layers for volume.
* With the satin, shape it like a simple, flattering leotard, and be generous with the neckline, allowing for a low back and sexy shoulder straps.
* Make the satin straps into criss-crossed back detail, ending with a diamante-encrusted flourish.
* Feather accents, starting small at the waist and escalating up the body to the chest, but don’t make them fussy! A few strategic feathers are better than a feather-bomb. Keep it sophisticated.
Last tip? Don’t forget the hair, darlings!
For this emerald green look, try an elegant French Twist. Tie it off with some crystal clips and keep your makeup simple. You want your dance moves to be the main attraction.
Don’t forget the **lipstick, girls! For that extra touch of glamour - nothing too bright, darling - a soft nude pink will be divine! Have fun with this month's creation and let your talent shine!