Welcome back to Pink Tutu Time Travel! This month's adventure takes us to the glorious year of 1762, where dancing was literally taking the world by storm, and I was just aching to see what fabulous ballet outfits they were rocking. Remember to click "Subscribe" on the sidebar for my monthly time-travelling adventures and the best pink tutu outfits ever!
Now, picture this: Derbyshire is colder than a polar bear's nose, but in my mind, I'm waltzing through the royal palace of St. James's, a whirlwind of pink tutu, glitter, and all things fabulous. January 1st, 1762, was an exciting time in ballet history – so much was happening, it was truly a dance explosion!
King George III of England had just married a stunning woman named Queen Charlotte, and what better way to celebrate than with a royal ballet performance? Apparently, the French dancer, Madeleine Guimard, was the talk of the town, and I had to get a glimpse. The good news was, Madeleine was already a legend at this point – known for her grace and daring routines. Just my kind of inspiration! And it seems everyone was wearing the very first iterations of tutus: these early "tutus" were just very simple and beautiful, crafted from sheer, billowing layers of fabric, like clouds spun from magic – definitely giving that classic ballet feel!
I, of course, wore my latest pink tulle tutu, complete with a beautiful hand-painted design on it depicting swirling pink clouds and sparkly stars. I adore pairing this with a velvet ribbon around my waist, giving me that royal-yet-dreamy aesthetic – something Queen Charlotte herself would approve of! 😉
So, I'm riding on the back of Meg – she was sparkling like a christmas tree covered in candy floss (but with more poise, obviously). I always have to dress her for the occasion. A pink satin headstall? Check. Glittery pink saddle? Check. We had to be matching the whole time. It is just good etiquette in my world of Time Travel.
Now, the journey was a bit rough – I had to dodge a few rather startled cows in the middle of the time stream (oops! The future cows weren't used to Meg's pink shimmering hooves.) Anyway, after a wild ride and lots of glitter left behind in the time space-time continuum, we arrived at St. James's Palace! Imagine my delight, it was grander than anything I'd ever seen - with elegant marble columns, lush gardens, and even more glitter! 🤩
Now, you must imagine the whole performance scene – a royal spectacle, and the entire court was watching. Queen Charlotte was dazzling – in an amazing light-blue and gold gown that totally complemented my pink tulle outfit. The Royal Ballet at this time was already in its prime - they performed with so much spirit, energy, and a very, very romantic air that you could feel in every move! It's like watching a magical dream unfold right before my very eyes! 😍💖
Speaking of magical dreams, that same night, I discovered a piece of history I had never heard about before – the Royal Family went to a ballet outside the palace, a ballet theatre, in London. I had to go! This is my absolute favourite part of time travel, you never know what you will uncover - that's what makes each trip an unforgettable journey for me! The ballet was an absolute masterpiece, a grand celebration of beauty and life.
In my Time Traveler's Journal, I scribbled notes and sketches: a scene of exquisite ballerinas in white billowing gowns – they danced on a raised stage – I was mesmerised by how they moved and felt the passion in every dance. This is what ballet is truly about: stories told with every pirouette and jeté. 🩰
The Story of The Dancing Kings: The Most Exquisite Ballet!
Back home in my own little slice of Derbyshire, I pulled out my Time Traveler's Rucksack – you know, the brown leather one with all the special treasured bits I collect? This one holds a lot of secrets and is very special to me. The scent of old leather and parchment really makes my time-travel adventures complete!
Here's where I uncovered an intriguing detail - I stumbled across a ballet titled “Le Ballet des Rois dansants,” or, “The Ballet of the Dancing Kings”! Apparently, it was one of the biggest ballet events of the year in Paris – you can just imagine the pink tutus everywhere! And let me tell you, it wasn’t just kings that were dancing. A huge cast of dancers from across Europe was performing – it must have been such an amazing mix of cultures! I added an inscription into my journal: “To wear a tutu is to embrace the power of movement!” And I swear, it was at that very moment that the inspiration struck for my next tutu design!
Think iridescent rainbow tutule fabric that flows as if the dancers themselves were painted by light and shadows. But, it's so complicated that Meg will probably get tangled in the threads! ( It’s really, really difficult to travel in a glittery time machine, you have to look out for space-time snags). Maybe that's why they call this the Pink Tutu Time Travel Blog – because it’s all about adventures you don’t expect! 🤩✨💕
Anyway, my lovely friends, I’m off to my dance studio! Gotta keep up my practice for my upcoming charity gala - it’s always wonderful to share a passion for ballet and help people enjoy the magic that dance offers! Don’t forget to visit Pink Tutu Time Travel, next month - and don’t forget to join me in the Pink Tutu Club ! 💖
