Greetings, dear readers! Emma here, your trusty Tutu Tuesday guide to the fabulous world of dance history! It's a glorious day for a twirl - even the birds are singing a little bit faster, and the sunshine seems extra sparkly. This week, I'm transporting us back in time, way back to the 19th Century! Can you imagine a time when tutùs weren't the queen bee of the ballet world? 😮
Well, believe it or not, my lovely readers, this is a journey to the 23rd of September, 1845! Let's pack our dance bags, hop onto a beautiful Victorian-era train, and embark on a fashion adventure, shall we?
Tutus - Still Finding Their Feet: The year 1845 was a fascinating time for ballet fashion. It was still pretty much in its formative stage. 😲 You wouldn't find a dancer strutting her stuff in a perfectly shaped tutu as we know it today. No, the dancers back then were twirling in beautiful but much more 'flowing' outfits. Imagine a sort of long, billowy dress - maybe a pastel blue silk with some delicate embroidery, perfect for elegant poses but definitely not a twirl machine! 😉
Paris, Paris, Oh So Pretty! As you all know, I absolutely adore travelling, and especially hopping on the Eurostar to whisk myself to Paris! Back then, Paris was THE epicentre for ballet, just as it is today, and believe me, it was the place to be for a little fashion inspiration! 🇫🇷 Imagine gracing the elegant halls of the Paris Opera, the home of ballet giants like Marie Taglioni and Fanny Elssler, both legendary dancers whose grace and poise were the envy of every ballerino! 🤩
The Power of Imagination: As you can imagine, this is the time of the romantic ballet - it's about dreams, fairytales, and swirling gowns, creating a mystical feel. The emphasis was on grace, delicate movements, and that "en pointe" feel. Imagine Giselle - such beautiful and sorrowful story. Oh my, I absolutely love that ballet, and I imagine the fashion back then was every bit as mesmerizing, though a little more impractical! 😄
So what was happening on the 23rd September 1845? Oh, that day was filled with exciting things! I envision it filled with ballet rehearsals, lively Parisian salons buzzing with gossip about the latest dancing trends, and of course, some breathtaking fashion trends brewing on the couture streets! ✨ Maybe the ladies were putting the finishing touches on a new silk dress for a grand evening performance, with delicate ribbons and layers of tulle adding that extra feminine touch! 💖
Our Journey Ahead: I do hope you've enjoyed this little historical jaunt with me, dear readers! We'll be returning to more modern tutus in our next #TutuTuesday - I promise you a colourful dance explosion! 💖 I hope you're looking forward to it, just as much as I am! Until then, keep twirling, keep shining, and never be afraid to embrace your inner ballerina!
Much Love,
Emma ✨
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