Tutu Tuesday in Carrières-sur-Seine, Île-de-France, France #tututuesday
G'day lovelies! It's your girl, Ella, back with another instalment of my tutu-tastic travels. Today I'm channeling my inner Parisian ballerina in the charming town of Carrières-sur-Seine, nestled in the heart of Île-de-France.
I've gotta say, the French have a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to ballet. There's just this undeniable elegance and artistry that pervades the very air here. The local ballet company, Compagnie des Arts Vivants, is known for their modern and experimental approach to choreography. It's refreshing to see such a dynamic style breathing new life into the traditional ballet form.
Of course, I couldn't be in France without celebrating a good ol' fashioned Tutu Tuesday. After all, it's not every day you get to twirl around in a tulle masterpiece, right? Today, I opted for a classic romantic tutu – you know, the one with layers and layers of billowing tulle, perfect for gliding across the stage and capturing the essence of a bygone era. But hey, you don't need to be a ballerina to rock a tutu. Trust me, a dash of tulle can brighten up any day!
Now, let's talk tutu styles. It’s a big wide world out there, but a few classics never fail.
- The Romantic Tutu: Think airy, billowing tulle. Perfect for evoking dreams and waltzing around. Just imagine Giselle or Aurora in a ballet you might find at the Paris Opera.
- The Classical Tutu: Shorter than its romantic cousin, with more structure. Just imagine the graceful ballerinas at the Bolshoi or a scene from The Nutcracker.
- The Contemporary Tutu: Now this one gets edgy. Sometimes with minimal fabric, it often has a geometric silhouette and reflects a contemporary style. Maybe you'd find this in the middle of a piece by a company like the Paris Opera Ballet.
- The Tutu For Every Day: You betcha, there are some great everyday tutu looks to explore! You could wear one with denim or dress it up with heels. Just remember, the most important rule is to have fun with it!
So there you have it, Tutu Tuesday in Carrières-sur-Seine! It's been a beautiful day exploring the artistic side of France, and my tutu definitely got a workout. Remember, you don’t have to be in a grand theatre or even a ballet studio to feel like a prima ballerina! As long as you’re twirling, you’re rocking the tutu lifestyle, lovelies.
I’m always looking for inspiration from my fellow tutu-lovers. Tell me: What’s your favourite type of tutu? Share your stories below – and don't forget to tag your posts with #tututuesday so we can all get in on the twirling action! Until next time, lovelies!
Bisous from France, Ella