Hello my dearest tutu lovers! It’s Emma here, your resident pink-tutu-wearing, time-travelling ballet enthusiast, ready to whisk you away on another journey through the fascinating history of the tutu!
Today, I'm hopping back in my trusty time machine and heading all the way back to 13th May, 1890. This was a momentous year for the ballet world! Imagine, we're just over a decade away from the start of the 20th century, a time of incredible change and upheaval across the world, and the world of ballet is beginning to bloom and evolve right alongside it!
We’ve left behind the voluminous, cumbersome skirts of the Romantic Era, which while undeniably elegant, restricted movement. Now, the tutu has begun to take shape - and oh, what a glorious evolution it’s been! This transition towards lighter, more revealing designs allowed ballerinas to showcase their stunning agility and artistry. Imagine twirling, leaping, and soaring across the stage with such freedom - just glorious!
I find myself, as always, right in the heart of Paris - the epicentre of dance! We’re not in the opulent opera house quite yet, but let’s have a little peek behind the scenes of the grand ballet studios of Paris! I can just imagine the air buzzing with excitement and the clatter of shoes on the wooden floor as dancers practice their steps. Can’t you just smell the scent of polish and sawdust, a blend of sweat and artistry that makes me long to be in that world right now!
So, what exactly is going on in the world of tutus on this particular date? Well, the biggest event happening is the development of a new ballet technique, focusing on strength and agility. These changes have meant shorter skirts and tighter, more streamlined costumes! This shift towards streamlined shapes emphasizes a dancer’s graceful and powerful physique, creating a new visual aesthetic for the stage. And oh, my lovelies, how beautifully this aligns with my passion for all things pink and flowy! Imagine this beautiful form being highlighted by a soft, flowing pink tutu, don’t you just love it?
Of course, this change in fashion has been met with both admiration and criticism. While some have applauded this more revealing style, others are clinging to the romanticized ideas of the past, bemoaning the ‘too much skin on show’.
But my darling, don’t you just love how bold it is?! The ballet world is changing, adapting and becoming even more breathtakingly beautiful. We have to move forward! As for my pink tutus - well, I say embrace the revolution! Why stick to tradition when we can create our own stylish, empowered path in the ballet world?
Now, for a bit of fun! This week’s #TutuTuesday challenge is to try incorporating some ballet-inspired elements into your everyday style. Think about using fabric that swishes, adding a touch of colour with a ballet slipper-style flat, or experimenting with elegant shapes that evoke the elegance of ballet.
And remember my lovelies, every day is a day for a beautiful, fun and feminine outfit. I know you’re ready to make the world a little bit pinker and a lot more dazzling with your own fabulous tutu creations!
Until next time, my tutu darlings, happy dancing!
P.S. Don’t forget to check out my website, www.pink-tutu.com for some incredible tutu inspiration!
