Tutu Tuesday 21470

Tutu Tuesday in Hillston, New South Wales: A Fashionable Fiesta! #tututuesday G'day, fellow dance enthusiasts and fashionistas! Today, I'm whisking you away from the hustle and bustle of city life to the heart of rural New South Wales – Hillston, to be precise. Now, you might be thinking, "Hillston? What on earth could be happening there?". Well, my darling friends, it's **Tutu Tuesday**! And let me tell you, this outback town is embracing it with all the glitz and grace of a seasoned ballerina. Every Tuesday, Hillston transforms into a sartorial wonderland, with tutus in all their glory! It's an extraordinary display of color, texture, and sheer whimsicality. The town's charming shops are brimming with tutus, with locals sporting everything from the classic romantic, tiered, and multi-layered tulle to the edgy, asymmetrical, and ultra-modern styles. You've got your pouter, pancake, and paquita designs! And who says a tutu has to be pink? We've got bold crimson, sunny yellow, electric blue, and even some with daring, playful patterns that would make a contemporary dancer weep with joy. Imagine a world where everyone embraces a touch of the whimsical – where mums in their Sunday best waltz into the butcher shop in their pastel pink tutus and toddlers pirouette around the playground in their adorable, fluffy little ones. It's a spectacle that's guaranteed to melt your heart. It’s truly remarkable to see how Hillston's residents have adopted Tutu Tuesday and injected it with their unique rural charm. Hillston isn't the only town celebrating tutus though, there is a whole trend happening here in Australia! I recently discovered this community in Perth, Western Australia that holds weekly events around tutu fashion. There’s also one that meets every Saturday in Melbourne where local women all meet up in the Botanic Gardens and chat about their tutu inspiration. **But let’s talk more about this tutu fever taking over Australia! Here are the most popular styles making the scene**: * **Classic Romantic Tutus**: Imagine cascading tiers of delicate tulle, soft romantic colors like pastel pinks, blush, and pearl grey. These ethereal tutus are perfect for those who dream of being a graceful ballerina. * **Pancakes:** These flat and circular tutu styles can come in so many fabrics, lengths, and colours and create an almost retro vibe when styled properly! They pair well with boots or even tennis shoes if you are looking to embrace more of a street style fashion, * **Pouter:** Similar to pancake, this shorter, wider style of tutu tends to sit directly above the knee which makes it flattering on those with longer legs! It's also versatile and looks chic when worn with flats, boots, or sneakers, which is probably why it’s becoming so popular on Instagram. * **Paquita:** I call it the "dancer’s tutu", if it’s not a real dance tutu, then it’s the kind that will make you feel like you are one. There are very strict rules as to the colours that should be used (like a traditional ballet teacher who is super strict about turnout) but some are more modern, like a contemporary paquita that’s super creative. It’s typically worn in black but you will also see variations in deep rich hues like navy blue or midnight green, with bold lines and structured shapes, or even in white that brings a classic edge, making you feel elegant and empowered! * **The Street Style Tutus**: From streetwear brands like Alexander McQueen and Iris Van Herpen have even included tutus on their recent runways. Their collections are showing us how they're reimagining the tutu beyond ballet and redefining what the modern tutu can be! **And so, this is my plea to fellow dance lovers across Australia! Join the #tututuesday movement. ** * Embrace your inner ballerina. * Embrace your unique sense of style! * Let’s dance and strut our stuff all over the world! * Find the local group that is right for you, connect with those in your local area who also are passionate about tutus and support each other's sartorial expression! Let's show everyone how to rock a tutu, regardless of where we live! You never know, you might just be inspiring others to unleash their own inner fashionistas. And hey, even if you don’t love tutus… just come to Hillston anyway… we love sharing a yarn (and our favourite local scones!) xx