Hello darlings! Welcome back to another fabulous edition of #TutuTuesday on Pink-Tutu.com, where every Tuesday, we're diving headfirst into the enchanting history of our beloved tutus! This week, we're taking a train ride (in style, naturally, with my trusty pink travelling case filled with tutus, of course!) back to November 14th, 1893. Let’s raise our ballet shoes and get ready to pirouette into the past!
I do love travelling in time - though you can't beat a good carriage ride through the English countryside - my adventures usually take me by train, particularly if my next performance or shopping trip is taking place in a large city like Paris or London. They have the best fashion boutiques, naturally.
On the 14th November 1893, we're stepping into a world just bursting with exciting fashion developments. The late Victorian Era was all about dramatic silhouettes and opulent fabrics, perfect for giving my tutu a touch of glamorous inspiration. Can you imagine wearing layers of silk and velvet? Divine!
As always, we must talk about our glorious tutus. Imagine this! - while tutus were becoming increasingly popular for ballet dancers, the style was evolving with more graceful lines, lighter materials, and of course, those delicate layers of tulle, oh my! It was quite a revolution for dancers at the time - think airy and flowing! Now that’s how to spin!
This year, 1893, was an exciting one for the ballet world! I've been lucky enough to witness the debut of La Boutique Fantasque - it’s utterly charming! Oh, and did you hear about this beautiful production of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake that's captivating all of London? I can’t wait to see it, but for now, I'll be savouring the elegant artistry through whispers of gossip amongst my fellow ballet enthusiasts.
Let’s delve deeper into our Victorian fashion. Lace and frills were a major trend! Now, while the Victorian women often donned those frills and layers upon layers, I confess that my sartorial choice involves keeping my own fashion frilly but with more space to perform those intricate turns and elegant arabesques. Think lace appliques, delicate ribbons, and the ever-present blush-pink colour which compliments any complexion! Pink, after all, is the colour of happiness, love and of course, tutus!
To my dear readers - remember to wear pink, embrace tutus and above all, keep twirling!
Stay stylish,
Emma xx
P.S. I'm simply bursting to tell you about my upcoming journey to the enchanting city of Vienna! I've got my eyes on the most exquisite tutus in the finest silks, all set to dance beneath the chandeliers of the world-renowned opera house! Until next week, stay beautiful!
