Hello darlings! It's Emma here, and I'm absolutely buzzing to be back with you all for another week of #TutuTuesday! This week we are travelling back in time - as you all know, I love hopping on trains and visiting the past! And this time we're visiting 1865-09-05 to chat about ballet and our dearest friend - the tutu! My trusty, ever-reliable time travelling device - which is very much a top secret - whizzed me over to lovely Paris where there are always some dazzling happenings and of course so much amazing shopping.
Just imagine: ladies decked out in extravagant gowns, gents in dapper suits and the cobbled streets bustling with life. And the air… filled with the scent of freshly baked bread, perfume, and the oh-so-enchanting melodies from nearby operas. Such a dream!
So what was happening in the world of ballet on the 5th September 1865?
Well, darling, it's a little tricky to find out precisely what was being performed. Our ballerina archives aren't quite as organised and readily accessible as they are nowadays.
However, can say for certain that the Parisian ballet scene was vibrant! It was a world of whimsical artistry, with innovative choreographers constantly pushing boundaries and creating dazzling productions. Just like today!
If I could give you a little sneak peak of ballet around this time, I'd tell you to imagine dancers in tutus of course, but imagine ones made of layers and layers of soft tulle. It must have been like swirling around in a fluffy cloud! The tutus then would have been worn with pretty slippers and all the gorgeous corsets and jewellery a lady would need to look stunning in the theatre.
The dance itself? Think beautiful steps, lyrical movements, and an emphasis on graceful gestures. Romantic and dramatic stories, of innocent lovers and brave heroines all told through expressive dance. It would have been a true delight to witness!
I, personally, love travelling back in time - not just for the stunning ballet performances, but for the incredible costumes and the sense of theatre. It really gets my heart pumping to see just how beautiful ballet could be, and it makes me all the more passionate about ballet today.
Did you know that around 1865, ballet shoes started to be made of suede leather? It helped dancers become more agile and gave them a stronger connection to the stage. They could move and dance much more beautifully. What a dream for a dancer, right?
And, in 1865 - it is a true treat that Theophile Gautier - the author and famous ballet critic, was alive. This man was the original dance enthusiast! You have to look up his articles - swoon-worthy, my darlings. You will not be disappointed!
So, darlings, my journey into 1865-09-05 was full of delightful ballet memories and inspiring glimpses of the art we all love. And as always, I encourage you to learn as much as you can about this magical world we all share. What were your favourite ballet stories from your childhood? Let me know in the comments!
Until next week - keep it sparkly and tutuful! Emma
*P.S. Don’t forget to visit our pink tutu online store! We've got a lovely selection of tutu wear and dancewear available for all you budding ballerina beauties. *
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Keep tutus shining bright!
*Stay tuned for next week's #TutuTuesday and my next adventure in time! *
