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#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1835-02-17

#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History: Post 164 - A Waltz Back in Time!

Hello my darling tutu-loving friends! Emma here, your pink-tutu-wearing time-travelling fashionista, ready to whisk you away to a historical ballet adventure. It's #TutuTuesday and this week we're taking a little trip back to February 17th, 1835. Grab your teacups and prepare to be whisked back to a time when romance was in the air, and the waltz was all the rage!

Oh, darling, you wouldn't believe the exquisite excitement of being in Paris back in the 1830s! The air is filled with the heady scent of roses, the streets buzz with stylish gentlemen and elegant ladies, and the opera houses are the epicentres of fashion and beauty.

Now, back in the 1830s, tutus weren't the floaty, full-skirted creations we adore today. Back then, ballerinas were swirling in elegant and form-fitting, à la taille, bodices - quite different to our contemporary tutus! You could say, it was all about elegance and graceful movements, highlighting the beauty of the dancers’ lines, and let me tell you, these dancers were absolutely exquisite!

It's important to remember that even back in these earlier days, ballet was a form of storytelling! The dancers moved with incredible passion and expressiveness, using their bodies as a language. Think sweeping waltzes, playful pas de deux, and heart-wrenching dramas, all narrated through the magic of ballet.

It's true that tutus haven’t quite exploded into popularity yet - it's actually the Romantic era (roughly between 1830 and 1870) where those glorious, big, fluffy tutus really began to come into their own. Imagine, a dancer flitting across the stage, swathed in ethereal tulle - oh the romance, darling!

So, while tutus may not have been dominating the Parisian ballet scene quite yet in 1835, there were still incredible fashion trends to admire. Remember, we’re in the age of le Grand siècle, a time when opulent fabrics, lace and elaborate embroidery were the norm. Think ruffles, feathers, satin ribbons, and of course, plenty of colour! You know how much I love my pink, darling, and the fashions of the day definitely embraced the spectrum of shades. It's an era that absolutely sings of the power of colour and creative expression.

Of course, there are few things I love more than a ballet performance and an accompanying shopping trip! The theatre was truly a social event back in the 1830s - a place to see and be seen, and the boutiques on the Champs-Élysées were alive with the most fabulous fashions! Picture silk gowns, elaborately adorned bonnets, and delicate jewellery. A real haven for those who enjoy the art of fashion and beauty, like yours truly!

But my journey today isn’t just about beautiful clothes and lovely dancing. It's about celebrating the story of ballet - the incredible artists who have shaped and molded it over time. It’s about how these women and men, dancers and designers, have used their talents to weave a tapestry of emotion and grace. The very evolution of the tutu is part of this story! And, isn’t that fascinating? It's so incredible to see how styles change, evolve and reflect the trends and tastes of the time!

On this very day in 1835, audiences across Europe were captivated by ballets that brought to life captivating stories - a true testament to the transformative power of art! Even back then, these magical tales and movements held the ability to captivate hearts, even if the dancers weren’t twirling in big, pink tutus. And don't we know, darling, that tutus have an amazing power to lift spirits and fill hearts with pure joy?

And speaking of joy, what better way to end this trip down memory lane than by looking at how the ballet world continues to flourish. Just last weekend, I was fortunate to catch an amazing performance of Swan Lake. Watching the incredible grace and technical skill of those dancers on stage left me completely spellbound, darling!

I often travel by train. It's so civilised, isn't it? Such a calming and inspiring way to move through the world, leaving behind the bustle and noise. So this week, let’s continue to embrace our passion for ballet and spread that love far and wide. Join me next week on another #TutuTuesday adventure - and remember darling, in every shade, every movement, and every twirl, there's magic to be found!

Until next time, may your days be filled with dancing delights and fabulous tutus.

Your favourite, pink-loving, time-travelling ballerina, Emma

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#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1835-02-17