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Tutu Tuesday in Wollongong, New South Wales: A Fashionable Twist on Tradition #tututuesday Okay, darlings, letā€™s talk tulle! Iā€™m so stoked to be sharing my Tutu Tuesday love with all you fabulous fashionistas out there, particularly those of you in my beloved Wollongong, NSW. Itā€™s no secret that a tutu is the ultimate symbol of ballet, and for good reason! Theyā€™re a statement of elegance, grace, and artistry that takes a classic form and spins it into something extraordinary. Every single time I step into a tutu, itā€™s a transformation. From feeling like just a normal, albeit dance-loving, Aussie girl to feeling like a powerful, magical creature ready to soar across the stage (or, in my case, the local park on a Tuesday). But Tutu Tuesday is more than just about tutus, it's a celebration of embracing your inner ballerina, a way to channel your inner artistry, and, letā€™s be real, it's just plain FUN! So letā€™s get into the juicy bits about what makes tutu Tuesday such a *dance* worthy affair: First things first, Tutu styles Letā€™s start with the classics. Iā€™m talking about those majestic **romantic tutus** - think swaths of layers upon layers of tulle flowing with each arabesque. They're timeless, they're dreamy, they scream ā€œballerina!ā€ Then youā€™ve got your **classical tutus**. Think a slightly more streamlined, but still very impressive silhouette. They're all about elegant movement, and with their structured tiers, they help you *really* cut through the air. I always love wearing them in the park, they really add a little somethin' somethin' to my afternoon stroll. Now for my absolute fave: the **contemporary tutu**. These beauties break away from tradition, and often embrace modern designs with bold fabrics and interesting shapes. We're talking *bold* colours, intricate patterns, and sometimes, not even the traditional tutu silhouette at all! They really bring the ā€œcontemporaryā€ to ā€œballet contemporaryā€, you know? Wollongong's ballet scene Now, being from Wollongong, Iā€™m blessed to have such a vibrant ballet scene. It's all about supporting local dancers and making sure the magic of ballet shines bright! From studios like the Wollongong Academy of Ballet and the University of Wollongong Dance Department, to the local *Wollongong Youth Orchestra,* where I have the privilege of performing with ā€“ Iā€™m *smitten* with how much passion everyone has for ballet in Wollongong! And we wouldnā€™t have such a fantastic scene without you wonderful, ballet-loving Wollongongites! The Beauty of Tutu Tuesday Hereā€™s the thing: tutu Tuesday isnā€™t about being perfect. Itā€™s about embracing the joy, creativity, and playful spirit of the form, whether youā€™re a professional dancer, a dance enthusiast, or a casual fan! In my case, I love sharing my Tutu Tuesday style on my social media. So whether Iā€™m hitting the park for some photo shoots, heading to a coffee shop, or just strolling around town with my besties, I try to incorporate my ballerina flair in the most stylish way possible. After all, fashion should be an extension of yourself! So here's a challenge: embrace the inner ballerina in all of us! Post your fabulous tutu moments with the hashtag #tututuesday and letā€™s all share the fun and *sparkle* together! Remember, thereā€™s no such thing as "too much" tutu in my book, and you should absolutely *go* for it. So whether you're *living your best life* in a tutu at a local performance or just rockin' it out while you're on a coffee date, be bold, embrace the drama, and dance the day away, girls! Because as long as we can embrace our own creativity, push the boundaries, and add a touch of magic to the everyday, Tutu Tuesday is always gonna be a hit.