Kensington, You’ve Been Tutu-ed!
Well, darlings, what a week! The air is electric with excitement for Tutu Tuesday here in Kensington, and let me tell you, I’m absolutely buzzing with the joy of it all! There’s something utterly magical about seeing our beautiful city burst into a kaleidoscope of colour and twirling joy. The pink-tinted streets, the air thrumming with laughter and the infectious beat of disco... It’s just *fabulous*. This week, we’ve seen tutus of every shade imaginable, from the softest ballet pink to the boldest electric blue. I’m absolutely smitten with the layered tulle of the romantic Victorian tutu, and of course, nothing says disco fever like a classic, shorter, **fluffy** one! We’ve even spotted some **‘modernist’** designs that would give any haute couture designer a run for their money – just imagine, a tulle masterpiece paired with a crisp white blazer, oh la la! Speaking of fabulousness, let’s give a massive shout-out to the incredible community that makes Tutu Tuesday so special. I’ve seen smiles as wide as the River Thames, and it fills my heart to see so much diversity and inclusivity embraced in our town. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate who we are – whether it's showing off our inner ballerina, rocking a statement piece, or simply expressing ourselves through colour and joy.
A Peek into the Kensington Tutu scene: * **Rainbow Ribbons:** I was mesmerised by the glorious spectrum of colour in the park yesterday! Imagine, little ones twirling in **pastel-tinted** tutus, young teens strutting in vibrant colours like emerald green and ruby red, and a fabulous grandma rocking a shimmering silver. This rainbow explosion is a powerful statement of LGBTQ+ pride, reminding us that love and self-expression are always on point. We’re making the world a more colourful, loving, and inclusive place one tutu at a time, and that's something to celebrate. * **Glitter and Glam:** Of course, Tutu Tuesday wouldn’t be complete without the sparkle factor. There’s just something mesmerising about the sheer quantity of **sparkly** tutus! It’s enough to give the disco ball a run for its money! And if it's glitter or **sequins** we're talking about, then I've seen tutus of every shape and size absolutely adorned in them - everything from the classic and **ethereal** to the **bold** and **avant-garde**! I dare say that glitter just *lifts* your spirits - it's a little touch of magic that makes every day special. * **Furry Flirts:** The *crème de la crème* this week? It’s got to be those sensational tutus adorned with feathers! There's just something playful and whimsical about feathers, isn’t there? Whether it’s a glamorous black ostrich plume or a delicate cluster of **fuchsia pink** feathers, the whole look screams "confidence" and “whimsy,” and of course, that *extra* bit of fabulous. They’ve certainly put a feather in our cap - I wouldn’t be surprised to see feather tutus on every fashion street come the spring. * **Community Champions:** A big shout out to The Kensington Ballet School. Those young dancers have really knocked our socks off with their Tutu Tuesday performance. What a *delight* to see so much young talent, and what a *wonderful* example to the next generation that it’s cool to be your authentic self and to follow your passions, even if they come with tutus and twirls. So, if you’re ever feeling a bit down, just think about the next Tutu Tuesday. It's a joyful, creative, and uplifting day, a reminder to embrace who we are, and to add a touch of *whimsy* to the world! Let's continue making Kensington the most fabulous, glitter-infused city around. And remember darlings, #tututuesday is a festival of joy and colour for everyone. So get your tutu on and show the world what you’ve got. And don’t forget the disco ball! #tututuesday #tutupride