Bonjour, my lovely tutus! Emma here, ready to whisk you back through time with another thrilling trip through Ballet Tutu History. This Tuesday's adventure takes us to a most curious date: 11th September 1866. Hold on to your bonnets, darling, we're about to take a train ride into the past!
Oh, my, my! Have you ever considered how a little dance called ballet could influence fashion history, revolutionise the way women move, and leave a trail of tulle shimmering through the ages? I tell you, tutus are everything, from those heavenly swishy skirts to the intricate detail of their design, the tutu is the cornerstone of the ballerina look.
Now, imagine a London ballet school – all gleaming floors and the smell of leather dance shoes. This week we're whisked to London for our Tutu Tuesday adventures. Imagine, it's almost 1866 – just think, it wouldn't be too long until the wonderful Sleeping Beauty premiered by the mighty Russian Imperial Ballet! Just think of those tutus... dreams! (You just have to check out the pictures online for a true taste of ballerina bliss.)
On this special date in history, in 1866, the world watched the ever-so-stylish ballerina, Marie Taglioni, take centre stage at the Her Majesty’s Theatre (how wonderful does that sound?) for a specially commissioned ballet, a whirlwind of talent and glamour! Can you imagine, tutus just dancing in front of all those important people? Marie, one of the best dancers of all time!
So, this must mean, dear reader, a brand new style of tutu just waiting to be brought into the spotlight – what could be better?
While the designs might be lost to the dusty attic of time, the thrill of this historical ballet shines brightly like a crystal ballerina shoe in the dark. (Speaking of sparkle – imagine being able to shop for ballet-style clothing like it is today! I think I'd pick up everything in the store - wouldn't you?)
In 1866, there was no Instagram to capture this glorious event – not even Pinterest! The idea of sharing an image of a stunning tutu would have to wait a few more years! What a shame! Isn't it glorious though? Such gorgeous ideas and wonderful dresses would only be appreciated by those who witnessed this spectacular event! How wonderful if you could see your beloved Tutu Tuesday post pop up on their timeline! (A little daydream for us – now don't let your mind wander – I know what you're thinking….)
Let's step back into reality. 1866 was a grand time to be a ballerina and we have the wonderful Tutu Tuesday blog posts to help you relive this moment!
Did you know, dearest tutus, ballet as we know it developed in the Italian Renaissance. Think elegant ladies in long, sweeping gowns gliding around the court... It transformed the dance as we knew it. Now we have ballet schools, choreographers planning and performing, and gorgeous shows every night - imagine! Just imagine! Don’t forget, my tutus, to share Tutu Tuesday with all of your fellow dancing and fashion enthusiasts!
Speaking of enthusiasm - isn't the idea of getting dressed up in pink tutus fabulous – maybe wearing a tutu every Tuesday would make us famous! Just imagine the possibilities.
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Until next Tuesday, don’t forget to let me know what you love most about tutus. And remember - everyone looks good in pink! 💖
