Rockbank, Victoria: Tutu Tuesday in the Heart of the Outback
G'day, fellow twirling enthusiasts! It's your girl, Ellie, here, bringing you the latest and greatest in the world of ballet fashion – specifically, the fabulous trend of #tututuesday.
Now, I know what you're thinking. "Ellie, you're in Rockbank, Victoria! That's, like, in the middle of nowhere!" And you're right – it's pretty far from the bright lights of the city. But don't let that fool you! The love for ballet and the sheer joy of expressing ourselves through dance burns strong in this part of the world too.
We might not have the biggest ballet studios or the fanciest dancewear boutiques, but that just makes the #tututuesday vibe all the more special. It's about embracing the love of dance in whatever form it takes – whether you're perfecting your pirouettes in a sun-drenched paddock, rocking a DIY tutu on your morning walk, or even just feeling that classic ballerina spirit with a killer pair of pointe shoes (even if they're just for show, hehe).
This Tuesday, I woke up with the sun shining on my face and a whole lotta Tutu Tuesday energy pumping through my veins. I couldn't resist whipping out my fave dusty pink tulle number – you know, the one with the intricate hand-beaded detail around the waist? A real showstopper for any occasion! I'm telling ya, there's just something magical about twirling in a tutu, it's like a little bit of magic on your everyday outfit.
As I went about my day in this glamorous frock (hey, you gotta keep it classy even in Rockbank!), I noticed that my tutu seemed to have an infectious effect on the community. * First, a lovely elderly lady stopped me at the local shops to chat. "That's a mighty fine tutu, young lady," she said, "Reminds me of the times I used to go to the Melbourne ballet with my husband, back in the day." We ended up reminiscing about the Australian Ballet, which has been doing some seriously amazing things in the local theatre scene, a little bit of ballet magic all across the country.
* Later, a couple of young kiddos who were totally captivated by the tulle goodness approached me. "Are you a fairy?" they asked. "Well, I may not be able to fly yet, but a bit of fairy magic does come in handy now and again," I said with a smile. We shared a couple of twirls in the sunshine – definitely a moment to cherish!This #tututuesday was more than just about strutting your stuff in a fabulous skirt, it was about connecting with others who share a common love. In this little part of the world, it brought a smile to the face of every passerby. From the elderly ladies at the market to the kids who just discovered the magic of ballet #tututuesday really brought our little corner of Australia together. So, no matter where you are in Australia - Rockbank, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth – don't forget to channel your inner ballerina on a #tututuesday!
Stay fabulous, Ellie.