Greetings, darlings! It’s Emma here, your resident tutu-loving time traveller, bringing you another delightful dip into the history of our beloved dancewear. This week, we're whisking back to June 11th, 1850! Hold onto your bonnets, my dears, because this is where things start to get truly tutu-licious!
Now, while tutus were just beginning to take their rightful place on the ballet stage, Paris was the undisputed capital of dance fashion. Imagine, darling, a city buzzing with waltzes, quadrilles, and swirling tutus, all amidst a breathtaking flurry of lace and frills!
A Tutusy Parisian Afternoon
As I stepped out of my trusty time-travelling railway carriage, onto the bustling cobbled streets of Paris, the air was thick with the aroma of fresh pastries and blooming lilacs. A beautiful scent that just seems to go with tutus, don’t you think?
The shops were a veritable haven of fashion. Every window boasted silk, velvet, and feathers galore! But it was a particular haberdashery that caught my eye, its storefront overflowing with rows upon rows of delicate tulle and lace, perfect for the making of a grand tutu.
The shop was humming with activity - seamstresses diligently stitching, tailors measuring, and excited ladies gossiping and admiring each other's fashions. This was no mere haberdashery; this was the heart of Parisian style! It was all just as thrilling as the sight of a new ballerina pirouetting on stage. I’m sure you feel the same.
And imagine, this was all before tutus even truly exploded into a fashion phenomena! Just think what an impact they would have had on this already fashionable city. It was such a grand time, don't you think?
A Ballet In Time
This week, though, we weren’t just there for the clothes. Today marked a special date – the debut of a brand-new ballet at the Opéra Garnier. What could be more exhilarating for a tutu-loving time traveller, I ask you?
The anticipation was tangible, a ripple of excitement spreading through the air like the rippling hemline of a tulle tutu. It's truly amazing to think, darling, that we’ve all benefitted from all these wonderful dancers.
And then the music began, sweeping through the grand hall. The dancers, elegant and ethereal in their flowing tutus, soared across the stage. The applause thundered through the hall as they took their bows. A truly breathtaking moment of theatrical glory! Don’t you love it, dear readers, when everything just comes together like that?
It’s always so magical to travel back and witness the magic of live ballet. It makes me feel so connected to the past, and so full of gratitude for the extraordinary artistry and beauty that has been passed down to us.
Tutu Tuesday Tips:
Just remember, darlings, as you revel in this little peek into the history of tutus, why not pay homage by embracing the elegance of these fine garments today?
This #TutuTuesday, embrace the delicate grace of these historic garments:
- Whip up a tutu of your own! The world is your oyster!
- Recreate your favourite tutu looks from a performance – just think of the fun of doing a bit of your own interpretation!
Don't forget to check out our "Pink-Tutu" Pinterest board! I'm constantly posting pictures of the latest tutus, both historic and modern, as well as inspirations for all your own tutu dreams!
Until next week, darling! Keep spinning those tulle skirts, keep dreaming in pink, and keep spreading the joy of ballet.
XOXO, Emma
(Don’t forget to comment below with any tutu musings, your own time travelling tips or if you’re making your own pink tutu! I can't wait to see all of your photos.)
