#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1834-09-23

Welcome back, darlings! It's me, Emma, your favourite tutu-loving time-travelling blogger, back again with another fabulous installment of my #TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History series.

Today we're twirling back to September 23rd, 1834 - a date brimming with Parisian fashion and captivating ballet. Grab your cuppa, pop on a comfy dress (or, of course, a pink tutu, the more tulle, the merrier!), and let's step into the time machine together...

Oh, Paris in the 1830s! Imagine strolling through the bustling streets of Montmartre, the air buzzing with the rhythm of waltz tunes, your eyes feasting on the delicate elegance of Parisian ladies adorned in their fashionable frocks.

As we wander through the elegant salons, we might spot the legendary Marie Taglioni, the ballerina who practically invented the tutu! Her graceful movements in La Sylphide captivated the world with her ethereal lightness and revolutionary costume. You can see why it's named after a forest sprite, don't you? A dreamy wisp of white tulle, allowing her every step to float with ethereal grace - sheer poetry in motion, wouldn't you agree?

Imagine! To witness the premiere of La Sylphide - I'm sure it would make the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. The way she dances, how the white tulle whispers against the stage lights... pure magic!

But before Marie Taglioni swept us all off our feet with the diaphanous white of a Sylphide's tutu, ladies were dancing in long, flowing skirts. Can you imagine attempting a pirouette in yards and yards of silk and satin? It must have felt more like a gentle swaying than the explosive artistry we see on stage today. Thank goodness for the tutu, my lovelies, it really changed the game!

But it wasn't all about ballerinas, of course. Let's delve into the fashion of the era! 1834 saw a return to the romantic period, where women adorned themselves in a symphony of delicate embellishments. Think flounces, ruffles, and a plethora of frills! Corsets, a necessity in every Victorian lady's wardrobe, accentuated the curves while emphasizing the small waist. And did I mention the use of lace? Lace everywhere! A delicate halo of white lace framing the face, trimming gowns, adorning hats... oh, what a beautiful and romantic time!

And of course, ladies wouldn't dare be seen without a dainty parasol! I can imagine these intricate masterpieces, boasting lace-trimmed canopies and elegant handles, adding another touch of sophistication to every stroll. And I do believe I just need to add that to my wardrobe - I think a pink parasol would just complete my time-travelling look perfectly, wouldn't you agree?

So, while we twirl around in our fantasies of romantic Paris, let's not forget what's actually going on in the world on this particular date. It's been quite a year for political drama:

• The First Congress of the United States has met this year, making history in the new world, with Washington, D.C. serving as the capital.
• The newly appointed Queen Victoria's young nephew Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, visited England for the first time in April, the beginning of a whirlwind romance. Just imagine, what fashion delights might those royal engagements bring us?

Oh, but darling! As always, I must be getting carried away. My apologies for veering off the tutu path... back to the delightful world of ballet!

So, darlings, join me every #TutuTuesday for a whimsical journey through the history of the beloved ballet tutu. I can’t wait to travel through time with you! Let’s explore together the world of fashion, elegance, and a sprinkle of historical charm - and let's never forget the enchantment of a ballerina twirling under the stage lights.

Remember, you can find all the delightful #TutuTuesday content, including links to past posts, on my website, www.pink-tutu.com!

And, of course, feel free to share your thoughts and favourite memories on social media, or even join me for a ballet class! I simply adore meeting new tutu enthusiasts!

Now, go forth and twirl! 😉💖

Yours in tulle,

Emma

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