Darling, you know what they say? The first sign of summer is the feeling of a new tutu whispering on your skin. A fresh, vibrant silhouette ready to grace the stage or dazzle in the studio. Now, who amongst us doesn’t love a touch of inspiration to breathe life into our personal dancewear? This month, I’ve been thinking: what will be the trendsetting tutu or leotard? How to ensure our wardrobe isn't just 'wearable' but actually sends those around us to the heavens. And well, let's just say I think I've found it. It's all about bold, playful colours and elegant movement. This season it’s all about those **bright, juicy oranges** (a nod to the vibrant sunset skies, darling) with a touch of delicate, airy **lace**, maybe just a sprinkle of **silver sparkle** for good measure.
For a truly iconic leotard:
- Firstly, a deep **orange** base (think ripe peaches and fire sunsets), find a **comfortable** fabric with some **stretch** to move beautifully. Look at **Micheline** for quality and fit.
- Now, we need **lace**, something *ethereal*. It’s got to be that **soft, delicate lace**, in an off-white or *ivory*. Imagine those dreamy tulle clouds drifting around your neck. I recommend **Sable**, they have an exquisite selection, even a bit of vintage inspired.
- **Sparkle**. Because every dancer deserves to twinkle. Don’t over-do it, we want a subtle shine. Consider a **narrow strip of sequin**, around the neck or on the front. A bit of **iridescent sparkle** around the shoulders for that **angelic shimmer**, perfect from **Lily’s Dancewear**.
- Lastly, we'll want that **classic leotard cut**. A simple and chic style allows our moves to truly speak, while our choice of colours brings that summer's day charm to the fore.
Let's tackle a showstopper tutu:
- A **base of beautiful ivory** fabric. Choose a delicate **tulle** with some flow. We want the light to dance through it, reflecting a **sparkling aura** upon our movements. Consider **Gunn & Moore** - their tulle is legendary.
- Now, imagine **layers upon layers** of this fabric. I'm talking a *dramatic** skirt with plenty of movement. We want this tutu to truly 'dance'.
- Here is where we introduce **that vibrant orange**: A beautiful **chiffon sash** tied around the waist with a stunning **orange ribbon bow** to tie the whole design together. Think **ribbon art**. A touch of whimsy, without being overpowering. Look to **Marden’s** - they've an abundance of colours and materials.
- And don’t forget a few strategic **orange beads** (the size of plump grapes) placed on the ribbons or as delicate details around the base of the tutu. It’s the **secret spice** that truly elevates the design.
So there you have it darlings, our Summer solstice design inspiration for the stage. Remember: wear what moves you. Let those colours speak, and enjoy the journey to find your inner dancer’s joy.