Tutu Tuesday in Chingford!
You guys know I love a good Tutu Tuesday right? Let's be honest - every day should be tutu day but we'll start with one! Especially since it's been such a drab, grey start to the week, let’s add a splash of colour, some attitude, and of course...the #tututuesday vibes. Who better to showcase this week’s tutu fashion inspiration than the glorious, yet tragically under-appreciated, town of Chingford. I mean seriously, you have the best high street shops, independent boutiques, and the best part – they totally embraced the disco spirit on our walk down Station Road.
What better way to start Tutu Tuesday than with an incredible brunch, I’m talking avocado toast, eggs Benedict, and unlimited Bellinis?! Chingford didn't disappoint with a * *fabulous* * selection of cafe’s, offering everything from sourdough bread, the kind of fluffy cinnamon buns that make you feel like you've landed on cloud nine and let’s be real - I’ve had worse (not) than the ones I discovered in Cafe Blanc. If there's anything this girl loves, it’s cinnamon! Plus they served me an incredibly smooth pink smoothie. Honestly, they made me feel like a Disco Goddess.
It was after a very pink smoothie that I got chatting to this group of fabulous older ladies, they just radiated style and energy - and what I think will be my new motto, "I feel fantastic in this!." The lovely ladies explained how important the community spirit of Chingford is – especially on Tutu Tuesday (you know they’re totally in the know). This community spirit led us to Chingford Market. This was when my * *inner disco diva* * came alive – I’m talking 70s retro vibe - * *tutti frutti!* * Imagine the * *brightest pink, neon green and rainbow** you could imagine! This was an * *electric* * experience. Honestly I almost wanted to do a spontaneous little dance move but I’d had all the mimosas and my ballerina days are sadly long gone, *sigh*. However the market stall owners made me feel at ease (no tutus harmed in the making of this blog, I swear) so I snagged this totally cute little pink satin pouch from one of the artisan stalls for all my ballet shoes! If you're looking for a way to * *amp up your look* * – or for * *disco themed homeware* * - chingford market is where it's at!
You know when the sun is shining you get this weird urge to start shopping... that was me on a Chingford high - we *had* to hit the high street and oh, my, Chingford was serving up some serious Tutu Tuesday vibes and not to be outdone by the market stalls it definitely embraced all the **colours** of the * *70s Disco movement.* From an independent boutique called ‘The Clothes Horse’, they have an incredible vintage section (which of course is my go-to!) where you *could* literally buy * *tutus for every occasion,* including ones so **fluffy** that it's no wonder their website’s full of pictures of people twirling around.
What was the icing on the cake? I mean apart from the glorious **sparkly tutu** I found at The Clothes Horse! I ended up talking to the shop owner - such a genuine kind heart - we discussed the joys of fashion, the latest trend (everyone needs a *disco* **ball gown** right?) and even the magic of Tutu Tuesday! In her words it's, "An excuse to *let loose* and **shine!** ". So here we are *let's loosen our inner divas, slip into a * *dazzling tutu* *, and bring out our best selves because Chingford just inspired me to do exactly that, on *Tutu Tuesday* - I’m calling it my **“disco snail”** moment, * *slow down and really enjoy this moment.* *. What can I say - you know you love a good disco snail reference right?
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