Hey, gorgeous glitter-bugs! It's your girl, Miss Tutu, back with another sparkly, fabulous post all about the magical phenomenon that is Tutu Tuesday in Beeston!
For those of you who are new to the scene, allow me to introduce you to the most wonderful, utterly glamorous day of the week! Beeston's Tutu Tuesday is the brainchild of yours truly (okay, maybe it was the universe whispering sweet nothings in my ear!), and it's where the streets transform into a ballet-themed wonderland.
The concept? Simple as a single pirouette! Everyone puts on their best, most extravagant, most magnificent tutus and rocks their inner ballerina (or, y'know, unicorn princess!). Whether it's a classic romantic tutu in all its swishy glory, a sassy shorter number, or even a DIY masterpiece cobbled together from the contents of your granny's attic, it's all fair game! The only rule is to embrace the joy of dance and spread glitter dust wherever you go.
And boy oh boy, the joy was most definitely in the air this past Tuesday! The Beeston sun was shining bright (probably jealous of all that fabulousness) as people came out in their droves, transforming the town into a rainbow-coloured ballet-fest. It felt like stepping into a scene straight out of a Disney film, but instead of the Evil Queen, we had the Evil Sweat Patch (and nobody wants to deal with that, amiright?).
Speaking of Disney, let's talk unicorns! The majestic, mythical creature, a.k.a. my favourite creature to ever exist (apart from cats), has officially been deemed the Queen of the Tutu Tuesday scene. It's no surprise, really - with their shimmering manes and rainbow colours, they practically demand to be embodied through the fabulous tutus on offer. I saw EVERYTHING: sparkly horns, rainbow ribbons flowing behind perfectly crafted tulle wings, even one brave soul with a sparkly tail!
My own tutu creation for the day? A pastel pink and lavender concoction fit for a royal ballet. A generous amount of tulle cascading into a cloud of airy femininity, complete with a touch of unicorn sparkle sprinkled in the seams (a girl's gotta keep things glamorous!). A head full of sparkling disco curls finished the look. Did it make me look like a pink fairy princess? Maybe. But I wouldn't have it any other way!
It's not just about the tutus though, lovelies! It's the whole damn experience, and the community spirit that makes Beeston's Tutu Tuesday such a magical occasion. I've never seen so many smiles on faces. It's the ultimate opportunity to connect with fellow dance lovers, spread a bit of sunshine (and sparkles), and revel in the simple joy of wearing a big fluffy skirt. It's a beautiful, sparkly reminder to never stop being whimsical, never stop dreaming, and to ALWAYS dance like nobody's watching. (Unless they're holding the glitter glue, then you dance even harder!)
Beeston's Tutu Tuesday: It's not just a day - it's a way of life!
Follow the Glitter Trail
Wanna join the tutu revolution? Don't just stand there, channel your inner unicorn! Here are my top tips for your next Tutu Tuesday:
- Don't be shy! If you're thinking about rocking a tutu, go for it! Embrace your inner ballerina, princess, unicorn, or whoever you want to be!
- DIY is king! You don't need to spend a fortune to create a magical tutu. Raid your grandma's closet, rummage through fabric shops, or even just get crafty with some old curtains - the possibilities are endless!
- Get your sparkle on! It wouldn't be Tutu Tuesday without glitter! Make it rain with that shimmery goodness - your shoes, your hair, your face, heck, even your bag! (just make sure you clean up afterwards, alright, we want the streets shimmery not sticky).
- Rock your best moves! Who cares if you can't do a perfect pirouette? Just dance, let loose, and let your inner child run wild!
- Share the love! Post pics, use the hashtags #tututuesday #Beestontutu #unicorntutu, and get others involved in this joyful explosion of fluffy skirts and sparkly dreams.
See you on the next Tutu Tuesday!
XOXO
Miss Tutu
