Tutu Tuesday in Montigny-lès-Metz, Grand Est, France: #tututuesday
G'day from Montigny-lès-Metz, beautiful people! It's your girl, Ellie, back with another Tutu Tuesday. And let me tell ya, this one's a ripper.
This week I'm exploring the ballet scene in France, specifically in the heart of the Lorraine region, and lemme just say it's bursting with a certain je ne sais quoi (gotta love that French!). I've been wandering around the streets, taking in the incredible architecture and history, all the while dreaming about graceful arabesques and grand jetés. (Yes, I know, I'm a bit of a ballerina nut! It's a good thing I embraced my inner prima!).
To celebrate Tutu Tuesday, I decided to bring out the big guns - my stunning white romantic tutu. This is the ultimate statement piece for any ballerina, evoking that classic elegance and ethereal beauty. I feel like a proper ballerina princess wearing this tutu, twirling under the glorious French sunshine! This is definitely the Tutu for when you want to turn heads and feel like the most magical creature in the world.
The Romantic tutu, by the way, is just so darn flattering on everyone. It's light, breezy and feminine - perfect for the warmer months (let's just hope it stays that way!). The layers of tulle float like a cloud around your legs and give the whole outfit that incredible ballerina silhouette. Now, I know what you're thinking: "But Ellie, how do you wear a tutu on the streets without looking like a runaway ballerina from the Opera House?!" (OK, it wouldn't be completely outrageous - French street fashion is so chic - you could definitely get away with it, though, the Parisian girls could really carry it off!)
I mean, you don't have to go full-on swan lake princess; I paired mine with some basic but sleek black leggings and my favorite ankle boots. That creates a casual-cool, effortlessly stylish vibe, you know? A real mix of edgy and elegant! Think ballet dancer meets Parisian chic, I guess!
The good news is, you can wear tutus in pretty much any way you want! You can totally rock one on the dance floor, wear it for a themed party, or even style it up for a regular day out (it might be a good conversation starter - who knows, you could meet some amazing new dance buddies!) It really does add a touch of magic to any outfit!
And speaking of magic, you wouldn't believe what I stumbled upon today! A tiny ballet studio hidden away in a charming side street. I popped in and it was amazing. This little space oozed with character and felt brimming with passion. They were actually teaching a beginning ballet class for adults and there were people of all ages, all shapes, and sizes – totally smashing it out, showing enthusiasm and a joy for ballet.
There’s something so amazing about ballet that unites people – and it's all about the love for dance. This studio gave me all the feels: it made me wish I could rewind my life to start taking ballet classes as a kid - but better late than never, hey! I thought, “Who says I can’t give it another crack?!" There’s always time for a good plié or an elegant turn, no matter where you are in life, and France seems like the perfect place to unleash your inner ballerina!
So if you ever find yourself in Montigny-lès-Metz, Grand Est, be sure to pop into a ballet studio or grab a café on the street while channeling your inner Parisian ballerine and post a photo with your #tututuesday outfit - tag me on social media!
Speaking of social media, you gotta see the ballerinas I spotted during my wanderings today, all looking effortlessly cool in their tutus - check them out on my Insta!
A Parisian Ballerina's Essentials As always, gotta talk style! Here’s my top tutu picks (get them on the internet or at the best local boutiques, in any of your favorite colours!). * **A romantic tutu:** This tutu is all about romance and graceful elegance. The layers of tulle give it that ethereal and dreamlike feel – like a delicate cloud surrounding your legs, with those signature delicate pastel colours for an ultimate romantic feel. Think pink, peach, blush and, well, all those soft, ethereal shades that look amazing against those French cobblestones! Just imagine twirling in this one – dreamy! * **A modern tutu:** This tutu is all about movement and dynamic style, usually with clean lines and interesting details (think, black with touches of silver sequins). The look’s sleek, fierce, and totally powerful — it's like a ballerina taking centre stage! A modern tutu is for those who want to express a unique look with a statement and sleek silhouette, and perfect if you're heading out to a swanky event. * **A playful tutu:** These tutues are all about bringing out your inner child and playful style, so it's all about bright, vivid colors! (Think fiery reds and electric blues! Oh, and yellow - a real hit for some fashion fun!). The most beautiful thing is that you can even pair it with some comfy shoes or boots for that chic but comfy look! It's all about comfort and looking fab, especially if you’re popping out for a casual stroll around the city.
Oh, and make sure you use those killer hashtags! It’s time to take the world by storm!
* **#tututuesday** * **#balletlife** * **#frenchfashion** * **#montignylesmetz** * **#grandest** * **#australianabroad** * **#frenchchic** * **#parisianstyle** * **#ballerinastyle** * **#tutufashion** * **#balletstyle**That’s all from your girl Ellie - have a smashing day! Au revoir!