Hello darlings! It's your favourite tutu-wearing time traveller, Emma, and welcome to #TutuTuesday, post number 2359 on your favourite website, www.pink-tutu.com!
This week, we're waltzing back to 13th March 1877, a time when gaslights flickered over the cobblestone streets of Paris, and the theatre buzzed with the excitement of the latest ballet productions. My train ticket landed me in the City of Lights, ready for a glimpse into the fascinating world of ballet tutus just over a century and a half ago.
The Big Changes In Tutu History:
Now, in 1877, things were shifting a bit in the world of tutus! The romantic tutu, with its long, flowing layers of tulle, was still a staple, but a new style, known as the "Classical Tutu", was starting to make its grand entrance. It was shorter, with a fitted bodice, allowing ballerinas greater freedom of movement and grace.
Imagine it, darlings, twirling in a cloud of tulle that barely brushes the floor. Such elegance! I must admit, this new wave of tutus really set my imagination ablaze. Imagine the stunning silhouettes and dazzling pirouettes made possible by this lighter style!
A Night at the Opera
As the theatre lights dimmed, I settled into my velvet seat and watched in awe as the ballerinas gracefully flitted across the stage. The tutus, both romantic and classical, shimmered under the stage lights, creating an ethereal effect. I could feel the thrill of the crowd as the dancers executed breathtaking leaps and turns. Ballet, darlings, truly is an art form that never fails to leave one breathless.
Fashion, Fashion, Fashion!
Of course, no journey back in time is complete without a touch of shopping! Parisian boutiques were buzzing with activity. A wide range of fabrics and styles were available, but for the fashion-conscious ladies of 1877, a dress for the opera, made from a luxurious material like silk or satin, was a must-have! They also adorned their heads with stylish bonnets and hats.
Parisian Style Inspiration:
The fashion was just as exquisite, ladies! Lace and frills were everywhere, as were dramatic bodices and flowing skirts. Imagine a charming afternoon spent browsing the wares at the most fashionable Parisian milliners, admiring their exquisite creations, and then stepping out with a new hat that makes you the belle of the ball!
Living It Up!
It was quite the life, darlings, this waltz back to the 19th century! The cafes, the grand ballrooms, the fashion, and of course, the ballet - I was living every bit of the Parisian dream. The only thing missing was, you guessed it, a splash of pink! More than anything, I wished I could have whipped out my favourite pink tutu and turned heads!
Sharing My Journey With You
However, fear not, darlings! Just because we can't travel back in time doesn't mean we can't still indulge in a little historical fashion inspiration. And with my next tutu design, I'm planning on incorporating some of the elegant flair of the Classical Tutu. Be sure to keep an eye out for it on www.pink-tutu.com!
Until next time, keep twirling, keep smiling, and remember, there's a pink tutu out there for everyone!
Love and Tutu Hugs, Emma
