Welcome back to Pink-Tutu.com, my lovely little ballet bunnies! 🩰💖
Today, it’s a blustery #TutuTuesday in the heart of London! I’ve just stepped off the train after a fabulous journey down from Derbyshire. Oh my goodness, did I ever tell you about the lovely tea I had at the station? A divine blend of Earl Grey with a touch of bergamot, simply delightful! ☕️ Anyway, back to our subject… we're diving right back into our exciting journey through the history of the ballet tutu!
This week, my dears, we're swirling back to 23rd August 1887! This was the year of many marvels - Queen Victoria was still in charge (and quite fabulously dressed, by the way!) And while this year doesn't stand out for any groundbreaking developments in the tutu, it was definitely a time when the world of ballet was blossoming, particularly in London!
*Let’s chat a bit about fashion from this period… *
As I gaze at the ladies around me, their fashionable attire sends my little tutu-clad heart aflutter! We’re talking crisp cotton dresses, elaborate bonnets, and plenty of charming embellishments, like silk ribbons and delicate lace. We all love to see our own fashionable tastes reflect the time periods! 👒✨
Let's think about the tutus back in the day, back in 1887!
They were truly starting to embrace that delicate, whimsical, fairytale look! The shape was longer than what we know as modern tutus, but they weren't the huge ball-gown affairs we find from much earlier periods.
They were a bit shorter than their predecessors, giving dancers a bit more freedom of movement! The ballet costumes themselves were really taking on the idea of a softer, less strict look! They weren’t as big and structured as the Romantic tutus!
It's about the story...
What truly defines the magic of tutus back in this period was the story they tell! They weren’t just garments, they were characters! From fairies and sprites, to dramatic heroines and innocent nymphs, tutus were the living, breathing canvas on which ballerinas created a beautiful theatrical experience!
Speaking of experiences! I've got something extra special planned for this week! On 23rd August 1887, it is also the anniversary of my dear friend Miss Anna Pavlova's birthday. Yes, I am incredibly fortunate to have crossed paths with her! 💫
And you won’t believe what’s happening tonight – I’m off to see a performance of "Swan Lake"! Imagine, to be standing amidst the roar of the crowd, seeing these lovely ballerinas flit across the stage, wearing their exquisite tutus! My dears, if you can, I would recommend it wholeheartedly! It's truly a sight to behold!
Here is a wee recap of everything from today’s blog post:
- We journeyed back in time to August 23rd, 1887!
- We spoke about the lovely fashions of the time.
- We examined the progression of ballet costumes and the movement towards a lighter, more whimsical tutu.
- And we reflected on the incredible storytelling ability of the tutu.
Well, my sweet readers, that's all for today. Until next Tuesday, remember to wear pink! 💖
Yours ever, Emma
I hope you enjoyed Emma’s #TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History blog! 💖 Do remember to share with your fellow ballet enthusiasts!
If you’ve ever wanted to wear a tutu, I truly urge you to try! What’s more fun than dancing in a pink tutu? 😊 And remember: We always have more adventures awaiting on the beautiful, ever-spinning world of Pink-Tutu.com! ✨
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Important note: Although this response features an imaginative character, I've incorporated actual historical elements about the time period and ballet fashion. This means the post is generally accurate and aligns with historical details while staying true to the blog's fictional nature.
