#BalletHistory during 1831 01 January

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Happy New Year, darlings! Can you believe we're already in 2024? It seems like just yesterday I was swirling through the streets of Paris in my 18th-century tutu, and now we're whisking off to the romantic era of 1831! As always, my trusty steed, Magic Meg, the most exquisite pink-sparkling Shire you've ever seen, is champing at the bit to whisk us away.

Before we journey back in time, a quick word about funding our escapades. My passion for ballet is insatiable, and funding my travels requires some strategic moves. It’s all about embracing my ballet talents and bringing a bit of tutu-tastic magic to the world. My dazzling ballet performances help finance these thrilling expeditions.

I must say, my wardrobe is rather a kaleidoscope of colour thanks to my monthly time travel exploits. And I've always loved a good bargain! My latest purchase is a stunning pink velvet cloak that's perfect for those chilly January evenings. You see, a ballerina needs her wardrobe staples, even when she's zipping back and forth through history!

Alright, time to grab my leather rucksack – stuffed with vintage ballet shoes, pamphlets, and notes – and hop aboard Magic Meg. Off we go to the year 1831!

As the year begins, let's take a peek at the ballet scene. On this very day, 1st January 1831, audiences in Paris were treated to a delightful performance at the Theatre de l'Opéra. You see, in this era, the French capital was buzzing with ballet performances!

What a treat it must have been for those lucky enough to witness the ballet – "La Fille du Régiment" – which translates beautifully as "The Daughter of the Regiment". Can you imagine, darling? All that drama, romance, and those enchanting melodies! The choreography would have been utterly mesmerizing – a whirlwind of elegant spins, expressive jumps, and graceful pirouettes.

This was truly a golden age for ballet, and 1831 marked a pivotal moment in ballet history. You might be surprised to hear that the famous ballerina, Marie Taglioni, known as "The Sylph" because of her ethereal beauty, was already well-established at this point, gracing audiences with her elegant, graceful performances. She was truly a muse of the dance, so you can imagine how enthralled audiences were.

Now, about those ballerinas and their exquisite dance attire. The 1830s was a period of romanticism, a love for all things dreamy, flowing, and ethereal. We saw a shift from the earlier structured, heavy ballet garments towards something far more delicate, and the ladies were rocking the flowing tulle tutus we know and love today! They were utterly captivating, I tell you!

The ballet shoes had a new graceful silhouette – the slippers with satin ribbons tied around the ankles. Those ballerina shoes made it all about fluttering footwork and unbridled passion for movement. As a pink-tutu loving, time-travelling ballet blogger, it was absolutely fascinating to watch the dance styles evolve!

It's important to mention, though, that some people viewed this newfound passion for dance, this "Tutu Transformation" as a bit of a fashion faux pas. Some critics, often traditionalists, lamented the sheer volume of fabric! The long tutus made movement challenging. And oh my! Those romantic styles demanded a high level of skill and strength – it truly takes an incredibly dedicated ballerina to bring those enchanting movements to life!

Yet, it’s clear to me that despite these fashion faux pas concerns, these incredible ladies paved the way for modern ballet dancers, who can leap, twirl, and move freely, expressing their artistry and captivating audiences in an explosion of pure movement! And we can't forget about the fashion element of ballet! What a symphony of style we see when those pink, swirling tutus take center stage, I tell you!

Of course, no trip back to the 1830s is complete without a little shopping. Now, darling, let’s get real – this was long before high street shopping! I just love imagining a ballroom where ladies are twirling in bright colours, showing off fabulous accessories. This is the very foundation of our modern style icons – the desire to express oneself with their garments and dance to their own beat. You could practically feel the magic in the air. This is what my travels are all about - understanding how these fashions, trends and ballet performances continue to evolve to this day!

Back to Magic Meg – time to whisk us home! As always, she's the best company for a ballerina, my sparkling pink equine best friend. Now that we’ve dipped into ballet history and its fascinating stories, I encourage you all to try a pink tutu - after all, you can’t underestimate the impact of a stylish, swirling pink tutu in bringing that fairytale feeling to life.

Until next time,

Emma