Liverpool, My Tutu Tuesday Wonderland
Hey, dance divas and disco darlings! It's your girl, Ellie, back with another Tutu Tuesday adventure. This time, we're hitting the streets of Liverpool, a city that's as vibrant and sassy as a sequinned leotard. I’m going to do what I do best: explore the dance world’s fabulous fashion – with an extra sprinkle of glitz and glam. #tututuesday #discotutu
Liverpool, with its rich musical heritage and edgy attitude, is the perfect place to channel your inner disco queen. This week, I decided to make my Tutu Tuesday an extravaganza – a celebration of all things pink, puffy, and undeniably fabulous.
Firstly, let's talk about my tutu. Now, I'm a girl who likes a bit of drama, so it wasn't just any tutu. It was a gloriously pink, billowing, "romantic" tutu. I’ve heard it’s called a ‘romantic’ tutu because they make you feel extra, extra fabulous. I definitely felt it in this one!
The fabric, oh, the fabric! It was light as a feather, almost shimmering, like a cloud caught in a sunset. You could have tossed me up in the air, and it would have gracefully caught the wind, flowing with the movement like a feather boa. Imagine, it was practically a dancing, sparkly dream! It was everything a disco diva's tutu should be.
It really is true – pink and sparkles and tulle is practically made for disco, it feels practically made for a Liverpool night. And Liverpool? She really delivered! Think historical buildings with an amazing backdrop of nightlife, quirky art galleries, trendy cafes, independent shops – the entire city just exudes cool.
The first stop was a dance shop nestled down a side street, tucked behind a bakery selling delectable pastries with the most amazing smells. This shop was overflowing with vintage dancewear - leotards, tights, shoes and the best part – tutu’s! It was like stepping back in time but with the addition of all those vibrant disco hues – I spotted more neon pink, and turquoise than you could ever imagine.
And oh, the tutu choices! A sea of swirling fabric in every size, every shape – you could get lost in it. Some tutus were ultra-short, for that daring, edgy look; some, fluffy and billowing for those dramatic stage numbers. I just stood and gawked – I could tell you there was a lot of tulle. I don’t know how many hours they’d been layering but every tulle tutu looked ready to put on a show. A ballet dream!
Of course, I was on the lookout for a tutu I could add to my personal collection, but more importantly, it had to fit with my #tututuesday mood – that’s the trick to Tutu Tuesdays, it’s not about having one, it’s about how that tutu makes you FEEL.
As I tried on the amazing tutus, the sales lady came in with a special treat – a fluffy, soft, pink tutu. And here I was already looking to put one on and dance around the shop - a true Tutu Tuesday moment! The shop owner looked at me like she already knew about my Tutu Tuesday, it was like I’d just walked into her Tutu Tuesday, you know what I mean? This shop was amazing.
Tutu Tuesdays don’t end at 5pm! It's a whole day experience! Later, as the sun started to set, we wandered into the bustling streets of Liverpool’s shopping district - imagine, with the streets full of excited, giggling people! I got into the spirit – I love the excitement – we could have joined a flash mob there and then, everyone just ready to let their hair down.
From dancing in the sunshine, the tutu just turned into a natural extension of my day, and then suddenly it was sunset, and we were going out – it’s just so easy, you feel ready, with just the slightest wave of that sparkly, floaty tutu. I know we all need that feeling – that feeling of unstoppable sass, a tiny bit of extra magic!
After a quick coffee – I’m a bit of a latte enthusiast, if you haven't noticed by now – I’m still looking for that perfect cafe that does latte art in shades of pink. Pink! What am I talking about! It’s my go to colour!
We decided to take it up a notch, the night just started to buzz - and our #tututuesday vibe needed to stay loud! We headed for a club night called Disco Snail! I swear I was walking past a bar last month and saw the name. It’s really cool – and my favourite type of nightlife too! So we were all on board! Now, where have you heard the phrase "Disco Snail?" The idea of it made my inner child shriek with joy – there’s a cute snail called “disco snail.” (Get it – "Disco Snail?” That's the club's name - a fun, funky space dedicated to groovy beats, neon lights, and all things disco!)
Disco Snail is not just about the music. The disco snail is an icon – a celebration of the good vibes and energy of 70’s style – and honestly, I just loved that they were putting it right in the center of the party, a giant symbol! Everyone at Disco Snail was all about dancing, and that positive energy - it’s really important to celebrate that energy, like an actual disco ball.
After Disco Snail, our tutu odyssey continued, taking us on a wild and crazy dance party adventure through the streets of Liverpool, where the spirit of disco just takes over. The energy, oh, the energy! I never thought Liverpool had such a cool nightlife – a real dancing energy to it! I was really just a little girl with a big pink tutu and big disco dream in a sea of fabulous faces.
Liverpool was the perfect setting for our Tutu Tuesday. From dancing on the streets of Liverpool, we were literally on top of the world. My favourite #tututuesday moment - it wasn't just me! Everyone else was just buzzing on disco, there was so much happiness - the streets vibrant and people were laughing! You never know how a simple, tulle, pink dream can make everyone feel amazing!
Here are a few Tutu Tuesday essentials for your next dance escapade:
- **A tutu**: Of course, a must-have. Choose one that screams your inner style: romantic, whimsical, or dare I say, edgy. Think about how you’d move and what feeling it creates.
- **Glittery makeup**: A little bit of sparkle never hurt anyone!
- **Sparkle tights:** For an extra dose of disco.
- **Sparkly platforms**: Just go big and make a statement - these make a huge difference!
- **Confidence:** A must-have accessory!
I don't think anyone would say a big pink tutu is not for everyone - that’s not true at all, It's not about a certain age or look, or your dancing skills or not – it's all about your feelings - what you get from wearing that tutu, a personal moment. And a reminder to find joy in life.
And on a day that felt like a real fairytale for me, there was one final detail. There it was – a huge neon sign outside of the art gallery saying “Tutu Tuesdays.” I’m not sure if they knew, but my mind knew this day, this city was destined for some seriously special, joyful #tututuesday moments! I can’t believe the town has a sign for it! Liverpool is certainly a city with an open heart, with space for creativity. This day was certainly made for twirling, disco and a tutu! And honestly, can we ever get enough tutu Tuesdays? (If anyone has an opinion on that let me know!)
Stay groovy, dance divas, and I'll see you next Tutu Tuesday! And next time you're in a city, look out for the cute little snails with a sparkly disco vibe – you might find a Tutu Tuesday is right around the corner!