Bonjour, darling tutulettes!
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Tutu Tuesday! This week, we’re taking a magical train ride through time to the 10th of March, 1846! Just imagine: no Instagram, no smartphones (oh, the horror!), but the world was a canvas of excitement for fashion, dance, and of course, tutus!
I know, I know, you’re probably wondering what was happening with tutus in 1846, right? Well, dear readers, let me tell you, the ballet world was absolutely buzzing with innovation. Remember that iconic tutu with its shorter, bouffant skirt? Well, my darlings, that beautiful garment was just coming into fashion, sweeping the stages of Europe and America like a gentle breeze of tulle and silk.
I’m envisioning it now, my lovely readers. Elegant ballerinas like myself (only imagine how glamorous it would have been to be performing then!), swishing across the stage in their romantic tutus, with a flurry of petticoats creating the most stunning illusion of a fluttering cloud of tulle. A dream, isn’t it?
Oh, and talking of dreams, do you know what happened on the 10th of March, 1846?
That's right, my dearest tutulettes, a delightful event called the "Grand National Ballet Festival" was held in Vienna, Austria! It was an amazing occasion filled with captivating performances and a fabulous display of intricate tutus. Can you picture it? I'm imagining myself twirling and leaping across the stage, mesmerising the audience with every pirouette and graceful plié. Ah, to be a ballerina back in those days, even if I had to do without a hot cup of chai after the show!
Now, let's rewind a little. It was a truly magical era, with Paris becoming the undisputed queen of the ballet scene, just like Paris is still our fashion inspiration today! Imagine the incredible designs of Marie Taglioni, the legendary ballerina who became synonymous with the Romantic Era of ballet, with her billowing, floating tutus. Such a beautiful image, don't you think? It's like seeing an elegant ballerina flitting about like a delicate butterfly, don't you agree?
It wasn't all about tutus, darling. We mustn't forget that the ballet was a full-blown spectacle, bursting with drama and enchantment. In the midst of waltzing figures and sparkling costumes, the essence of a ballet lay in its magical and enchanting power, its ability to capture the hearts of the audience and make them forget their earthly worries, much like a wonderful theatre performance still does today.
But of course, there is a downside to time travel, my dears! Imagine performing in a theatre without a comfy seat and backstage dressing room facilities (or maybe there were facilities, I haven’t time travelled that far back yet). Then again, no one would complain about my Instagram photos being on a grainy iPhone from 1846 – oh, what would I do without a good photo for #TutuTuesday?!
Oh, and speaking of tutus, have you checked out the latest tutu collection at Ballet Boutique in the West End? I just found the most amazing fuchsia tulle tutu with a matching pink tiara. It was love at first sight, dear tutulettes! You have to see it for yourself! And to complete your ballerina look, remember to snag some pretty pink ballet flats! Don't worry, if your purse isn't quite as full as you wish, Ballet Boutique often have fabulous offers, especially for ballet fanatics like us!
Before we sign off, let's talk about the power of tutus, darlings. We know that wearing a tutu can transform you, make you feel empowered and beautiful. Just think about the thrill of wearing a tutu. I am telling you, tutulettes, it truly empowers you! Just picture those swirls of tulle and silk, the way it feels against your skin! It makes every day a magical ballet! It reminds us of the beauty within us, and the magic we can bring to the world.
So, dear tutulettes, let’s keep on spreading the tutu love and celebrate the magical power of ballet and, most importantly, embrace our inner ballerina! I promise, it will fill your life with wonder and grace.
Until next Tuesday, stay fabulous! And always remember, dear tutulettes: wear your tutus with pride! Don't forget to post your own tutu adventures using #TutuTuesday! I love seeing what you all are wearing.
Love, Emma, your Tutu Tuesday blogger www.pink-tutu.com
