Pink is the colour of my heart, of my dreams, and definitely of my tutu collection. * Let's be honest, it's basically the colour of pure joy. And, well, when you're strutting around Hemel Hempstead in a voluminous, sparkly tulle masterpiece, you can't help but feel a touch of the mystical. It's not just a tutu - it's an attitude. And I'm talking *full, fluffy, voluminous, 'I'm a unicorn prancing in a meadow of sugar-spun dreams' kind of attitude. Forget those teeny, tiny tutus you see in the ballet. We're talking major drama here. Enough to make you think you've wandered onto the set of a 70s disco movie, all neon lights and shimmering sequins.
*You see, every Tuesday, Hemel Hempstead is blessed with a sparkle of unicorn magic thanks to #Tututuesday. * This glorious day isn't about perfect arabesques or complex fouetté turns (although let's be real, we've all attempted a spin or two). It's a celebration of all things whimsical, of unleashing our inner mythical creature and embracing the beauty of tulle and glitter.
But first, a little tutu education. We're not just talking about any old tutu here. This is a symphony of layers and a parade of whimsical designs. We have our classic pouter (so called because it makes you puff out your chest with confidence). The Romantic Tutu, a simple and elegant piece perfect for a more graceful and delicate unicorn. The classic ballet tutu, which reminds you that we are, after all, still inspired by the elegant art of dance, even as we let loose in our sparkles. And then, there's the pièce de résistance, the "My Little Pony" style tutu. Let's just say it makes me feel like I'm on a pink cloud ready to fly away to a rainbow-filled wonderland. And frankly, you can't blame me. Because when it comes to tutus, bigger is ALWAYS better.
There's no denying, there's a contagious joy that floats around Hemel Hempstead every Tuesday. Everyone’s just a little bit lighter, happier, a little more willing to twirl in the park and unleash a little disco fever. It’s about accepting your inner child, embracing your goofy side and realising, even the most mundane day can be infused with a sprinkle of magic, just by adding a dash of tulle.
But you know, you can’t just throw on a tutu and call yourself a unicorn. *It takes a certain kind of confidence, a sense of pure fun and a belief that, even if your technique is a bit rusty, your tutu still makes you look like a shimmering mythical creature. * You see, on this #Tututuesday, I'm not just dancing - I'm transforming, embodying my own inner rainbow unicorn. It's not about perfection, it's about the feeling of utter joy, of twirling and shimmering like a magical beast.
And while we’re on the topic of mythical creatures, Hemel Hempstead isn't shy about embracing its unicorn heritage. Just head over to The Magic Box, the coolest children’s bookstore in town, and they’ll point you to the magical Unicorn Corner. They're basically overflowing with unicorn paraphernalia - rainbow everything, magical creatures galore. But it’s not just for children; we’re not too cool to love unicorns! They're a source of pure imagination, an ode to our inner whimsical child.
Hemel Hempstead #Tututuesday is like that, isn’t it? A celebration of childish wonder, an escape into a fantasy land, a magical moment wrapped up in tulle. And you know what? I wouldn't have it any other way. So, let's gather, all you unicorn wannabes, put on your most glamorous tulle, grab your disco ball earrings, and let's bring Hemel Hempstead to life. After all, in this town, every day is a chance to unleash the magic, and we're living proof that with the right attitude and a little sprinkle of sparkle, even a Tuesday can be filled with extraordinary magic. #tututuesday
