Unicorn Tutu Tuesday 292236

Ashington Embraces Tutu Tuesday Oh. My. Tutu. The streets of Ashington have never looked so fab! It’s Tutu Tuesday, and let me tell you, this town is rocking it! From the fluffy pouffe tutus to the daringly short, sassy ones, every single one has a touch of magic - just like a unicorn! The day began with a flutter of tulle as I made my way to the market square, a little nervous about how people would react. You see, I’m a bit of a tutu-enthusiast, I love the way they twirl and the feeling of total empowerment they bring. I wear tutus all the time, and it’s been my dream to spread the joy of twirling. So, with a big splash of confidence, and my unicorn-themed tutu, I decided to launch my #tututuesday campaign here in Ashington. The initial stares were real. It felt like I was under a magnifying glass, especially from the “tough guy” crowd hanging out at the local kebab shop. But once the giggles started, then the grins, and even some clapping - it was game on. People, even those who wouldn't normally wear pink or sparkle, were smiling and giggling. One elderly lady stopped me to say she wished she'd had a tutu when she was my age - "you go girl!" she said, her eyes twinkling. And I'm talking the real *sparkle*. One mum even came running over, telling me her daughter absolutely adored my sparkly rainbow tutu and begged to wear a similar one to the school disco next week! “I’ve always loved disco music - she says it's her ‘go to’ dance style!" This reminded me of the first time I fell in love with a tutu. I was eight years old and saw the movie "Grease." That’s when my little heart realised that twirling is a universal language - one you can share, embrace, and celebrate! Now, there’s more to Tutu Tuesday than just a whimsical dance-filled celebration - it’s about embracing your individuality! Wearing a tutu is all about stepping out of your comfort zone, challenging the norm, and letting your personality shine! And the beauty of this day is, everyone interprets it their own way. I've seen: * **A pair of pensioners strutting with their pet chihuahua, all decked out in matching glittery tutus.** They looked so fierce and confident, proving that age is just a number. * **A bunch of students, looking like they’d stepped out of a ballet class (except they had added some unicorn patches and a sprinkle of glitter.)** I’m sure their next move is to put on a performance in the town centre – with maybe even a surprise entrance from a unicorn. * **Some teens wearing tutus in a quirky "goth meets unicorn" kind of way!** With black eyeshadow, chains and leather jackets...but a fluffy rainbow tutu peeking out from underneath. So cool and unexpected. The best thing is that it wasn't just tutus I spotted today! There were sparkles everywhere! **Sparkly leggings, shoes, headbands, even an ice-cream van decked out in neon colours!** Talk about colour coordination! People really went all out with their own touch of sparkle, and even the local bakery joined the fun with unicorn-themed cupcakes and cakes, decorated with edible glittery horns! But the most iconic moment? That was when a young boy (who had bravely decided to wear his dad’s old pink tutu and glittery cowboy boots) began dancing in the middle of the square! His joyful twirls sparked spontaneous applause, laughter, and a flashmob! It was truly magical - even the grumpy looking security guard at the supermarket had to crack a smile! I have no doubt that #tututuesday is here to stay - the Ashington spirit for embracing individuality and fun has shone brightly today. Let’s hear it for Ashington! Let’s hear it for Tutu Tuesday! And of course, let’s hear it for everyone who took the leap of faith to express themselves, and showed us that wearing a tutu is not about age, shape or size. It's about the magic of unleashing the sparkle inside. Here’s to making every day Tutu Tuesday! Remember, you don’t need a special day to wear a tutu - you can do it any time! **But #tututuesday will always be special - it's a reminder to be fearless, playful, and unapologetically you.** And now I must go - my unicorn costume needs a good wash!