Ashton's Tutu Tuesday: A Day of Pink, Disco, and Dolphins!
Oh, Ashton, how you stole my heart on Tutu Tuesday! The streets were alive with vibrant pink, twirling tutus, and enough glitter to rival a disco ball. As a self-proclaimed ballet enthusiast and lover of all things fabulous, I simply had to share my experience with you all. Let me take you on a whimsical journey through the most glorious Tutu Tuesday Ashton has ever seen. It all started bright and early with the Instagram feed blowing up with the #tututuesday hashtag. Seeing those beautiful tutus made me giddy with excitement, my mind immediately filled with inspiration for the day. • Would I wear a classic Romantic tutu? It’s my personal fave for the lightness and elegance. Or maybe something with a more contemporary flair like a sassy asymmetrical design? I eventually settled for a lovely pink tulle tutu – you know I can’t resist a touch of pink! It paired perfectly with a vintage sequin top and shimmering pink platforms, oh so #discotutu. My mood was instantly lifted, and I felt like I was dancing on sunshine! The atmosphere in Ashton was positively electric! Every corner had a twirl-tastic vibe. Even the shops got in on the fun, decorating their windows with pink bows and sparkly fairy lights. Here's what I discovered during my magical day in Ashton: * **Tutu trends galore:** There were so many amazing tutu styles, from billowing, classic Romantics to sleek and sassy contempories. The tulle was layered and ruffled to perfection, capturing the essence of balletic beauty and whimsical charm. * **The Disco Dolphin: a dance sensation:** Ashton's most beloved eatery, “The Blue Lagoon," embraced the theme and hosted a fantastic ‘Disco Dolphin’ themed afternoon tea party. The treats were themed around dolphins, with delicious macaroons in the colours of a rainbow dolphin. And you know I simply had to post pics, it was perfect #discodolphin moment! * **The Ashton Twirling Contest:** Now, Ashton folks are passionate about dance. This year's Ashton Twirling Contest had over 30 contestants, all rocking amazing tutu creations, from sparkly tutus with oversized bows, to tutus with feather trims - my heart was melting with each stunning turn. The atmosphere was infectious and even those not participating couldn’t help but join in on the fun! Ashton’s park hosted a mass choreographed performance and impromptu ‘twirling-in-the-streets’ activities. Everyone was a participant! Tutu Tuesday proved to be much more than just a day for ballet buffs, it was an opportunity for Ashton to showcase its love of joy and vibrant style. As I boarded the bus home, exhausted but invigorated, I realised that Ashton's Tutu Tuesday had captured the essence of joyful spirit. With a little bit of magic, a touch of sparkle, and a lot of twirling, Tutu Tuesday is something Ashton is going to do for many years to come! #tututuesday