Hello my darling ballet-lovers! Welcome back to Pink Tutu Time Travels, where we're waltzing through history, one tutu at a time! This month, I'm thrilled to whisk you all away to the enchanting date of 3rd March 1763.
Now, before we gallop off on Magic Meg's magical steed, let me just say, you know I can't resist a bit of pink fashion inspiration! Today's ensemble? A billowing tulle confection in the most delectable shade of rosebud pink, naturally! It's got this wonderful ruffled detail at the hem, giving it that extra dash of twirl-worthy volume. My new pink ballet shoes, just like those worn by the ballerinas in this era, are swoon-worthy with their delicate ribbons. But don't you worry, the main event, the magic of ballet itself, is coming right up!
I'm sitting here in the stable, with Magic Meg patiently awaiting my arrival (she's so much more behaved than my Derbyshire donkey!). The stables are in full swing – that exciting atmosphere that buzzes with the anticipation of a performance. This morning, my heart was positively leaping as I watched the sun peek over the stables, casting a beautiful pink light over Magic Meg's shimmering golden hooves. Her beautiful white mane and tail are blowing gently in the breeze. Such a dreamy, rosy beginning to a magical day, eh?
Anyway, enough about me! We've got to set off. Hold onto your tutus, my lovelies! It's time for our trip back in time.
*March 3rd 1763 – The World of Ballet: *
This was a special time for ballet, one filled with both beauty and revolution. The 18th century, as we all know, was an era of extravagance, with dazzling gowns and even more dazzling waltzes.
*Let’s dive into what was happening in the ballet world back in 1763, shall we? *
The Birth of a Ballerina
Imagine, back then, a mere child learning to pirouette in a small town hall in Paris. That was a very real scenario in 1763, where ballet classes began taking root outside of royal courts. The love for ballet was becoming less about spectacle and more about artistic expression – what an amazing time to be learning!
Marie Camargo: The Star of the Hour
You simply can’t talk about ballet in the mid 1700s without mentioning the remarkable Marie Camargo! This dazzling ballerina is considered one of the first real ballet stars. Known for her graceful jumps, rapid footwork, and the beautiful high-heeled shoes she wore – yes, those gorgeous high heels – Marie was truly a revolutionary dancer! And with all the elegance of a French court, she wore it with style!
Backstage Tales:
The history of ballet is more than just fancy moves – it's a real window into the world of its time. From backstage anecdotes and tales of travelling companies to the influence of French courts, ballet was truly a way of life back then, as much as it is for me now!
Time for the Show!
As we ride through the shimmering pink sunrise, my mind is buzzing with anticipation of tonight's show. Tonight, I'll be attending a performance of "Les Fêtes Chinoises," a playful, exciting spectacle of a ballet. With its vibrant costumes, whimsical melodies, and the famous waltzing scenes, this performance is truly a jewel of the era.
Packing for a Magical Journey:
Now, this is my favourite part: my pink rucksack! My backpack's filled with exciting finds from my last ballet trip, along with essentials like my diary, a ballet book and my trusty travel map!
Here’s what's going into my rucksack today:
An Antique Ballerina Doll: A charming little ballerina doll from 1763, she's wearing a gorgeous ivory gown and a pink ballet ribbon! The cutest touch is her rosy cheeks - she reminds me so much of me when I'm all flushed from pirouettes.
A Delicate Ballet Manuscript: This time I managed to acquire a manuscript filled with choreographic notations for “Les Fêtes Chinoises”. This is pure treasure, giving me such a special insight into the choreography.
Vintage French Ballet Pamphlet: It's beautifully hand-written, full of enchanting information on upcoming performances in 18th-century France. Can you imagine, my dear ballet-loving friends, being able to watch an 18th-century ballet in its time?!
Fashion Inspiration - A Ballet Couture Dream
As a lover of ballet, of course, I'm also always hunting down stylish inspiration, even in history! The 1700s had an exciting look to its fashion scene – I particularly love the flow of the long dresses and how perfectly it contrasted with the delicate movements of the ballet dancers. So elegant! I can't wait to explore the boutiques and fabric shops later, and imagine the beautiful gowns on my own pink-tutu collection back in my Derbyshire workshop!
Pink Tutu Dream!
Here’s the thing, my lovelies: what could be better than travelling through time? Sharing my ballet passion with you all, spreading that magic of the ballet to you! This month, my heart's desire is to share this historical ballet trip with everyone, and to get all my followers rocking their own version of a pink tutu!
There is such power and energy in ballet - It’s a beautiful journey and I just know you will find your own way to celebrate and express yourself with a tutu. A pink tutu of course! And whether it's dancing in the fields like a ballerina under a sunrise or rocking your pinkest ensemble with an adorable ballerina dress at a performance, remember, it's the movement, the expression and the joy that make a true ballerina!
Join me on this magical time-travel journey and follow me on Pink Tutu Time Travels!
Until next month, darling ballet lovers! Let’s keep the passion for ballet alive and remember, wear your pink tutu with pride and twirl your heart out!
