SCD '20 #2: First dances (and HRVY'S FRST DNC), but no hallowe'en

[PolkadotsAndMoonbeams]

Last thread here.

I thought we might run out of space soon!

Thanks Polkadots

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Thanks Polka . To continue our convo of the last thread Yes it would be better if they did side by side type dances for both of them . It's something that happens a lot at dance schools anyway. It's not a big deal except in the waltz type dances I suppose.

I usually lead dh anyway

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Yes to continue last conversation, I’m sure a lot of Katya / Nicola dances will be done side by side with both leading / being led

They both wore the same sparkly suits and had hair slicked back at the opening, I’d be quite surprised if some weeks they have one being overtly masculine and feminine roles

How would this be judged if they did alternate, Nicola would have to learn two types of holds, leads, body positions etc.

Just place marking. Watched with teen DD, who was shocked I did not know who HRVY was!!!! (I usually know all these guys as DD and DS have music on ALL THE TIME in my car, and at home, so it goes in by osmosis).

Then I said I thought his new name was ridiculous and I got the eye roll. Thrilled to see Caroline Quentin, I don't think I know anyone else except Bill Bailey. I like the American footballer and one person already annoys DD and I, but I will wait and read this thread before commenting - they might be your favourite.

Isn’t female and female dancing together, already normal in ballrooms dancing?
I’m already looking forward to next week.

I hate that they don't have ITT this week? Because that means no first look at dresses or how they're getting on in training. Also it would be a good opportunity to get to know the couples

Oh yes, plenty of female/female couples, mostly due to the lack of men! Honestly, if you have a son get him dancing - he’ll always be in demand!

I was chatting with a young lady I sort of know who was a successful Junior competitor up to Gold* level. She lived here in Suffolk and her partner was in Reading, so for years every weekend her mum would drive her down there (as that’s where their trainer was also based) so that they could train together.

I'm with you Gin! It would be a useful lead-in to the series

I like Karen's hair but now I think about it the buzzcut was awesome!

I've never been a fan of Karen's choreo and partnerships but I'm strangely looking forward to this one with BvB. I hope they don't disappoint. Did someone say they were awkward in their interview with Claudia? I only saw the bit in the street. I was hoping they'd get on like a house on fire and it would be reflected in their dancing even if BvB lacks skills!

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I loved Karen’s hair last year. It isn’t bad this year but I’m not that fond of the colour.

Likewise with Gorks.

Thanks for the new thread Polka.

Another vote for Karens hair better last year

Shall we take a guess at some songs for this year. I’ll be highly surprised if no one uses Gary Barlow’s new song for a Samba - I’ve been botafogo-ing and Volta-ing up and down the kitchen to it this morning 😂

I can't understand why you'd pick this year for a high maintenance hairstyle.

Luba's is nicely highlighted in a fairly natural way, and probably won't be that noticeable if it grows out a bit. Karen and Gorka are going to have to keep on top of that dye far more.

Not sure what you'd use it for (cha cha maybe?) but I love this song!

I was presuming Gorks has embraced the blonde because he is going grey. He's been hanging round the S&S boardsm getting advice on transitioning via blonde.

And on the hair front, I much preferred Amy’s when it was really long and dark. Like a proper welsh Rose she was.

I find this new style a little 80s housewife

Not that she probably gives a toss what I think

I think I heard somewhere that strictly bosses dictate how they have their hair? Like aliona used to have very red hair. I think it’s to differentiate them from one another?

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I agree with Gin, I enjoy ITT because of the training and costumes. Karen looks good. I don't like Gorka's hair, it's a bit like a failed ash blonde. I thought Katya and Nicola looked good together and I'm looking forward to their dances.

Thank you Polka.

Honestly, if you have a son get him dancing - he’ll always be in demand!

That's how Len Goodman started. He said it was the best way to meet girls. No chance with DS. He won't do anything like that. Mind you, his cooking prowess is attracting some female attention (he's nearly 15).

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Will miss Monkseal this year. It won't be the same without him.

Gorman clearly has a lockdown haircut. In that he was like sod it no ones going to see me much, I'm going dye it. And stuck with it.
Same with Karen but to a lesser extent.

Thanks for agreeing with me about ITT should start a week early.

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Will miss Monkseal this year. It won't be the same without him.

I'm gutted at the lack of Monkseal too. Plus my bitch pod on Facebook is struggling with the new way that FB shows the posts. We have to keep refreshing and showing most recent otherwise we miss each other's witticisms. But at least there is a Strictly of sorts this year, I was quite worried that it wouldn't happen at all.

Hi everyone, I should really introduce myself as new to this chat! Long time lurker and looking forward to Strictly like never before! Mxx