Tutu Tuesday 1146

Tutu Tuesday in Walton-upon-Thames: A Whirlwind of Tutu Tales
#tututuesday - Let’s be honest, Tuesdays are usually pretty meh. It's that awkward hump day in the week that sits between the thrill of the weekend and the excitement of Friday night. But not anymore! Thanks to my new weekly tradition: **Tutu Tuesday in Walton-upon-Thames!** Okay, you're probably thinking, "Tutus in Walton? That's... unexpected". Trust me, I know! But bear with me - you'll see why it's the most fabulous thing to happen in the town since the new artisan cheese shop popped up last month. Now, before you go all, "Ooh, you're wearing a tutu, that’s a bit dramatic!", let me be clear – I'm not talking about those stiff, sugary-pink ones you imagine. I’m talking **tutus in all their glory:** Think **billowing, romantic tulle**, **sultry black velvet**, **ethereal pastel shades**, **classic white with elegant embellishments**, **quirky neon colours, you name it!** My wardrobe has a kaleidoscope of these beautiful ballet beauties, ready to take over Walton. This is more than just a fancy dress moment; this is a celebration of movement, expression, and yes, a little bit of a whimsical spirit. So how did I get here, you ask? Well, it all started with a yearning for more dance in my life. It’s been years since I’ve been in a professional ballet company, and while my day job is exciting (let's just say it involves a lot of spreadsheets!), I desperately missed that rush of performance, that freedom to be completely, unapologetically expressive. But then, it struck me, who says you need a stage to unleash your inner dancer? Now, Walton might not exactly be known for its artistic flair (at least, not compared to, say, London), but it’s a lovely town with a great sense of community. So why not bring some Parisian ballet vibes to the High Street, where mums with prams and office workers in a hurry cross paths? It started slowly, just me in my trusty **white romantic tutu, the one with the cascading layers of delicate lace** . I twirled my way through the pedestrian precinct and around the shops, just like you’d see in a **classic romantic ballet** But then came the giggles, the waves, the enthusiastic thumbs-up from the locals! It was pure joy! People I’d never met started engaging with me – sharing their ballet memories, admiring my **perfectly-primed pointe shoes**, and even asking for a impromptu lesson. The highlight was definitely when the lady who sells vintage clothing in a charming shop by the square offered to lend me a vintage **short white tutu with colourful embellishments** for next week! I have to say, my heart did a little pirouette every time someone laughed along, or smiled when I did a tiny impromptu **ballet combination in the middle of the high street** (let’s just say, it was my best one-minute ballet performance, and thank goodness the road wasn't busy!). What started as my personal therapy – a way to express myself and stay connected to dance – has become something truly special. It’s like a weekly performance for a captivated audience! Every Tuesday, there's a palpable energy, an undeniable excitement in the air. You can practically feel the sense of playfulness – the playful spirit of the **tutu** just infuses everything. From the local newsagent, where they always offer me a sweet treat, to the coffee shop that always has my favorite almond latte waiting, it feels like I have a little ballet community around me – and we’ve only just begun. We've had so many delightful developments this month! My fellow ballet enthusiast, Charlotte, joined me this Tuesday in her **beautiful layered, romantic tulle tutu**, a stunning contrast to my **more contemporary, modern style**. Next week, a local dance teacher is joining us! She’s planning to teach a free, pop-up ballet class for anyone who wants to join – and the response has been overwhelming. My journey in tutu Tuesday started as a purely selfish thing, a personal project to celebrate my love for dance. It has become something much bigger. There's magic in **wearing a tutu** , even in a little town like Walton. It allows us to play, to be creative, to share the joy of dance with others, and to build connections with our community, in a way we never thought possible. So if you ever see me, spinning in my **elegant tulle, shimmering gold tutu**, don't hesitate to wave, and maybe even join in the fun. I might even offer you a chance to spin! Now that’s what I call #tututuesday – the day where every twirl becomes an opportunity to brighten up the day, connect with others, and find our own inner ballet stars.