#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1876-10-17

Hello darlings! Welcome back to another Tuesday adventure through time on www.pink-tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things tutu, fabulous, and pink! 💖

This week, I'm taking you all the way back to the 18th of October, 1876! My latest escapade involved hopping aboard a delightful steam train and landing smack-dab in the heart of Paris - the city of love, of course, but also, as you all know, a place where tutus absolutely flourish! 😉

This journey has been especially exciting because 1876 was a real turning point for tutus, a moment when the style we all know and love today really started to blossom. Before this, tutus were more about swirling fabric and romantic notions than precise structure. But in 1876, something very special happened...

The Rise of the Romantic Tutu:

My dear friend, the brilliant dancer, Marius Petipa, was busy crafting the masterpiece that is "La Bayadère", a ballet so breathtakingly romantic it made the audience swoon. In this ballet, Petipa incorporated the "Romantic Tutu", which was shorter, lighter, and more streamlined, showing off the dancer's legs in a captivating way. The impact? Well, imagine it! Gone were the old cumbersome skirts, replaced by a delicate cloud of tulle, swirling gracefully with each pirouette and arabesque! 💖

Petipa wasn't alone in embracing this revolutionary style! Other choreographers were also beginning to create ballets where movement, lightness, and even a hint of playfulness were emphasized. Think "Coppélia", "Giselle" and even "The Nutcracker" which premiered just a few years later - the impact was undeniable. This era truly marked a turning point for the way tutus would be seen on stage forever.

The Tutu - A Reflection of Society:

As always, we see in tutus a reflection of the time they were born. The "Romantic Tutu" was not just about elegance; it was also a representation of changing societal expectations. In 1876, the Romantic era was in full swing, a period of heightened emotions and exploration of personal expression, both artistically and socially. The new ballet reflected this by placing a dancer's athleticism, beauty, and expressive grace at the center, and this was highlighted perfectly by the graceful "Romantic Tutu"! 💖

What Was Going On In 1876?:

Just to set the scene for you lovelies, a few little details that happened this week in 1876, alongside our tutus and their story:

• Queen Victoria celebrates her 57th birthday. I wonder if they celebrated with cake and tutus at the palace!
• The American National League of Baseball was founded. Go team! Maybe they should have uniforms featuring pink tutus. 🤔

• The city of Chicago officially adopted a plan for its World’s Fair. What an incredible milestone! Perhaps this is where my dream of having a whole ballet extravaganza celebrating the pink tutu comes true. 😉

  Parisian Inspiration and Pink Dreamy Dresses:

So I ventured around the streets of Paris in my own dreamy pink tutu - it’s amazing what you can do with a good dose of tulle, glitter, and a sprinkle of fairy dust! I popped into a few delightful Parisian boutiques and soaked up the Parisian fashion scene. The clothes are all so chic!

For this blog, I am wearing my darling new tutu with its exquisite ruffles and a blush pink silk underskirt that shimmers in the Parisian sunlight. I paired it with my new blush pink feathered fascinator. It's absolutely enchanting! It's just too much fun and elegance! I really feel like a ballerina, but perhaps more like a Parisian ballet dancer as it’s Paris where the tulle shines brightest and the elegance reigns supreme.

My dear, fellow tutulovers, I urge you to experiment with the romantic tutu, especially if you are a performer. You won’t be disappointed! Go explore this beautiful world, discover what brings you joy and don’t be afraid to add a little sparkle to your life! After all, that’s what life is all about - tutus, glamour and dancing to your own tune.💖

Stay glamorous! Emma www.pink-tutu.com

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