#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1858-03-09

Hello, lovelies! Emma here, your pink tutu-wearing guide to the history of ballet. It's #TutuTuesday, and I'm whisking us back in time, to a date I'm rather excited about - March 9th, 1858. Why? Well, hold onto your tiaras, darlings, because today, we're heading to the Paris Opera Ballet and we're about to witness a fashion revolution!

Oh, but before we hop aboard the time train, a quick word about funding. You all know I adore travelling. I simply must visit those fabulous, far-flung corners of the world that inspire such breathtaking ballet and, let's be honest, such wonderful fashion. I’m talking about places like Italy, with its stunning gowns, and France, where the air itself seems to crackle with elegance. However, this travel costs a pretty penny! Thankfully, I'm blessed with the talent to perform on stage. My beautiful ballets are what make my adventures possible. Now, isn't that splendid?

Let's head back to the Parisian Ballet! It's the 1850s. The ladies are a-flutter. The music, oh, the music is so dreamy! But what's that? An incredible sight has just emerged! A young woman named Carlotta Grisi has taken to the stage and … oh, my, darling readers, the very first tutu is upon us! Now, this is truly something revolutionary! You know I've said it before, ladies, a tutu can make you feel a thousand times more elegant and graceful. And believe me, there's nothing quite like a ballerina, dancing under the soft light, spinning like a fairy in a wispy tutu!

This first tutu was a rather dramatic affair. I'm talking a skirt of shimmering gauze reaching almost to her ankles! But in an innovative twist, it was much, much shorter than the heavy, frilled, billowing skirts women of the era were accustomed to. This little spark of change started a fire! And so, the era of the tutu began, transforming not just the world of ballet but fashion at large.

And now for the pièce de résistance, darlings: Carlotta, in her extraordinary tutu, danced La Fille du Régiment. Can you imagine? A whirlwind of music and motion! You see, this new type of tutu - airy and light – revolutionized the ballet. Think about it! Ballerinas could leap, twirl, and glide with an unparalleled grace. This movement, this dance was so fluid, so effortless – all thanks to that wondrous garment. Can't you feel the sheer excitement in the air?

This incredible event, my lovelies, had ripples throughout fashion! Yes, we see the impact of Carlotta Grisi's brave dance and fashion move today in our clothing! Imagine a world without the grace and elegance of the tutu! We may not be dancing La Fille du Régiment quite yet (I am sure it would be lovely, I mean just imagine!) but, the tutu truly allows for more flowing movement. Think of tutus in everything from skating dresses to party dresses to… and there are SO many fashion choices I can’t even think of right now. That's right, ladies, tutus have taken the world by storm!

Now, let's have some tea! The Parisian air is crisp today. I’ve noticed a few ladies, out for a promenade in their new tutus. It is simply delightful. And of course, it just goes to show that anything is possible if one believes in the magic of dance, fashion, and yes, a pink tutu! Now, back to the ballet, I'll leave you with a little thought… wouldn't you love to twirl around in your own, dreamy tutu? Go on, darlings, think about it… it's the little things that make life oh, so grand. And if you're still dreaming, why not wear a tutu for a day? It is always a fun little experiment and so, so very much a part of my story – a story that began here, in the 1850s, with Carlotta Grisi and the magical Parisian air. Until next Tuesday, keep dancing your way, my dears!

P.S. Do visit my online shop at www.pink-tutu.com to get your own! It will go lovely with any gown, so get yourself down there for some inspiration. You just never know! And as always, remember, darlings, every single one of you can look amazing in a pink tutu. Now, go out there and dance, you lovely little things.