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Tutu Tuesday in Scranton, Pennsylvania: A Ballerina's Love Letter to the City and #tututuesday

Hey there, fashionistas! It’s your girl, Grace, bringing you the hottest dance and fashion updates from right here in Scranton, Pennsylvania. I know what you’re thinking: Scranton, Pennsylvania? Not exactly a fashion capital, right? But hold up, my friends, because Scranton has a little something special up its sleeve, something that’s catching fire all over social media: #tututuesday.

Now, I’m a proud ballerina, and I love my tutus. I’ve got my go-to classics – the romantic, flowing Romantic Tutu, perfect for those ethereal solos, and the sharp, sassy, contemporary tutu for a modern feel. And don’t even get me started on the sheer, wispy Tutu de Point, perfect for those dramatic, graceful pirouettes.

But listen, I get it. Tutues can feel like a little much sometimes. You've got to be confident, owning that graceful flair! In this day and age of everyday fashion trends, they're bold, they're vibrant, they're fun. Sometimes it's just about letting your hair down, being playful with fashion, and letting those tutu vibes shine through, and you don't need to be a ballerina to do it! That's why I'm here to tell you: Scranton, Pennsylvania, has a hidden treasure, and its name is #tututuesday.

It all started with a local ballet studio, “Dancers' Haven,” in downtown Scranton. They started a trend - inviting local residents and the community, not just dancers, to embrace the beauty of the tutu on Tuesdays. The studio launched a little challenge, asking people to post photos of themselves, their friends, their families, rocking tutus – anything goes. And, let me tell you, it went viral.

Think about it. Here you are, you’ve got your coffee in the morning, and scrolling through social media when suddenly - there it is! You spot a little granny wearing a frilly, classic tulle tutu while shopping at the grocery store, the post hashtagged #tututuesday. And what do you do? You click like, share it with your friends, and start to brainstorm ideas of how YOU can get involved!

And that’s the beauty of #tututuesday. It’s more than just a tutu. It's a spirit, an attitude. It’s a way to bring together a community – ballet dancers, everyday folks, children, and grandparents - and embrace this playful, whimsical, and totally adorable piece of clothing.

It's more than just ballet – and the tutu, that fabulous symbol of grace, poise and dance is at the center of it all. So you can imagine the looks we get! A few weeks ago I decided to join in on the fun. I wore a stunning, pale pink, romantic tutu, right into my local coffee shop. People smiled, some gasped in surprise, but everybody was engaged. That day I connected with other dancers, even local students in a performing arts program. My favorite encounter? It was with a retired teacher who used to sew her own tutus! Turns out she made a lot of the tutus at the Dancers’ Haven - full circle!

It's no wonder #tututuesday in Scranton has attracted so much attention. Local fashion blogs, even a few national news outlets have picked up the story - with an extra touch of surprise! After all, you don’t usually expect to find this level of playful, tutu-powered joy in a small city in Pennsylvania! It's not just the tutu itself – it’s the attitude, the sheer joy of rocking a statement piece, and just being yourself in an unconventional, fun way. It reminds me of what it’s like to get lost in dance - letting your body express creativity, emotions, while still having fun and not being afraid to stand out.

If you're visiting Scranton or even just curious, consider celebrating Tutu Tuesday! Head to "Dancers' Haven", they even hold special workshops to help you make your own tutu! There’s also the monthly Tutu Tuesday street fair in the heart of downtown, with performances from local dance troupes, a mini craft fair, and vendors with some stunning tutus on sale!

I'm a ballerinas and an advocate of tutus – they are a powerful tool of artistic expression, and I truly believe #tututuesday embodies the power of dance. This beautiful, expressive, creative movement art form has been shaping the American culture for generations, and #tututuesday, right here in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is its beautiful embodiment in all its unique and whimsical glory.