Hello, darlings! It's your favourite pink-clad time traveller, Emma, back with another instalment of #TutuTuesday. Today, we're taking a delightful trip back to 22nd April, 1845 - a date that holds special significance in the ever-evolving story of the tutu. Now, picture this, darling: a grand theatre in Paris, the heart of fashion and the ballet world.
It's all gaslight and grandeur - and guess who's on stage? Carlotta Grisi, the Italian ballerina who is utterly captivating everyone with her movements, but also with her attire. You see, darling, Carlotta was wearing a tutu! Now, you might think: âOh, darling, tutus are timeless. That's not news!" But bear with me for a moment.
This wasnât just any tutu, dear friends, it was a revolutionary one, the first glimpse of what we know today as the "Romantic tutu". It wasnât the stiff, multi-layered, billowing skirt of earlier days, but rather, a single layer of lightweight tulle, held up by a corset and reaching just above the knee, revealing a dancerâs beautifully trained legs and feet.
Think of it, darlings! This new tutu freed the dancers' movements, making them more graceful and elegant. It highlighted the feminine curves, emphasizing the delicacy and beauty of a ballerina's physique. This change was monumental! It was the birth of a new, enchanting era in ballet, a more airy and flowing aesthetic, just like the swirling tulle. I feel the urge to pirouette just thinking about it!
Now, some people may say, âOh, Emma, all those centuries ago and you're still on about tutus? This is a bit old-fashioned!â
My dears, tutus are timeless, aren't they? They're a symbol of elegance, grace, and a love of dance, a legacy that resonates with every ballet dancer, every person who dreams of waltzing under the spotlight. Itâs the epitome of femininity.
Imagine that! A dance piece could evoke a whole new range of emotions now. The Romantic era was upon us. This was a huge leap forward in fashion for women, the era of âThe Great Victorian Romanceâ was upon us. It made tutus fashionable. Itâs always fascinating to see how fashion evolves!
It was an era that swept London, Paris, and the rest of Europe in its dance. I'm all for travel and dancing, of course! So I just had to be there. After seeing a performance, I promptly purchased myself a very lovely tulle number for my ballet class the next day. Itâs important to keep up to date on the fashion scene you know. Even in the 1800s!
It would be nearly half a century until we saw a change in the look of the tutu! Think of it, darling. A whole new era of dancers! This is so interesting, isnât it?
We all love the classic white tutu but the pastel pink is very special to me. I'll admit, darling, it has its roots in a somewhat controversial 1835 scandal. A scandalous event? That's a topic for another day!
Today, let's celebrate the evolution of this symbol of ballet - the Romantic tutu! What better way to honour it than by donning your own beautiful tutus and spinning around, taking inspiration from the magnificent Carlotta Grisi. A ballet dancerâs tutu - you can just feel the beauty and artistry of each stitch.
Oh, I almost forgot, darlings. While you're swirling in your tulle dreams, remember - if you want to truly feel the spirit of the Romantic era, make sure you wear your tutu with an equally exquisite, billowing chiffon or silk blouse. This timeless combination is a beautiful visual representation of femininity and elegance that will transport you right into the heart of the 19th century!
Speaking of travelling through time, I'm off to enjoy some Victorian street theatre and fashion. The markets have the most wonderful tulle and fabrics. They really inspire me. You can find just about any colour under the sun. Pink, of course, is the most exquisite!
Until next Tuesday, dear friends, keep twirling!
P.S. If youâd like to have a little peek behind the scenes and find out where I found the perfect vintage lace trim, be sure to check out the new Instagram Reel on @Pink_Tutu, featuring all the behind the scenes secrets from my shopping adventure. Itâs full of all kinds of delicious, pastel pink detail and little fashion tips!
Keep it Pink, Darlings!
Emma
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