#TutuTuesday
Hello, darlings! It's Emma here, back from another delightful trip through time for your weekly dose of tutu history! This week, I'm swishing my way back to the year 1878! And to celebrate this most wonderful occasion, let me share a little secret - I've landed right here in Paris, the birthplace of ballet! Imagine my excitement!
It's always a joy to travel, and as a seasoned time traveler (with a hefty portfolio of impressive ballet performances, thank you very much!), I know the best way to get around is by train! The steam engines chugging and the carriage wheels clicking on the rails are just as magical as any stage show I've seen. I can't even begin to describe the sheer thrill of watching the landscape fly by while dressed in a gloriously pink tutu – just try and imagine!
So, before we get down to business, I have to tell you all about the wonders of Parisian fashion. Oh my, the bonnets! The feathers! And the skirts - oh, the glorious skirts! Layers of silk and lace swirling with every step! I swear, the shopkeepers have been giving me the most curious looks. After all, you don't often see someone bounding down the Champs-Élysées wearing a vibrant pink tutu!
But I’m here on a mission - ballet, darling! Today marks a rather important date in our history of dance. This very day in 1878 - October 15th, we celebrated the unveiling of the Palais Garnier! Oh, my, this majestic building was a marvel of architectural wonders! So elegant, so grand, the epitome of what a grand ballet theatre should be! And within its opulent walls, ballet truly flourished!
It’s fascinating to think that back then, the tutus we see today weren’t even a thought in anyone’s head! They weren't all frills and frou-frou, not like the tutus I adore now. You see, ladies and gentlemen, tutus have undergone a very exciting journey throughout history, and it's a journey we're about to embark on!
This isn't just any tutu we’re talking about, though! Imagine the elegance of "The Roman Skirt". A revolutionary fashion statement back in its day. Imagine a beautifully gathered fabric, light as a feather, reaching all the way to your ankles. That's how ballerinas danced. It was all about flowing movements and the elegance of those graceful steps, and "The Roman Skirt" was perfect for displaying those magnificent movements. And guess what, dear readers, they even wore silk tutus that skimmed the floor. Isn’t it all just glorious?
But oh my, imagine the bustle of backstage, full of dancing and rehearsals! The energy buzzing around me makes me feel quite giddy, and with the sound of applause ringing in my ears, it's a sensation I could happily relive over and over.
In this world of tutus and toe shoes, it's like everything revolves around dance! The elegant sway of a woman's dress, the intricate footwork of the male dancers, all orchestrated to tell a story in every gesture, every leap, every graceful swirl. There's a reason ballet is called "the art of the dance."
Now, as the curtains fall on my whirlwind tour of Parisian fashion and ballet history, I feel the warmth of the city surrounding me - the aroma of freshly baked pastries, the soft melodies playing from nearby cafes. Just as this vibrant, magical city brings to life ballet performances that capture the very heart of elegance and beauty, I want to do the same with our pink tutus! And remember, darlings, wear pink, spread the joy, and let your love of ballet flow freely!
Join me next Tuesday as I continue exploring the history of ballet and delve into the beautiful world of tutus! Until then, keep those pink tutus swirling!
Lots of love, Emma
P.S. I'm absolutely smitten with this new online thing they call the "Internet!" It allows me to share my love for tutus with the world, regardless of where I land in my next time travel escapade! Now, if only I could figure out this "hashtag" business… #TutuTuesday! #BalletHistory #PinkTutuTimeTravelingLady #EmmaTheBalletBlogger
