Hello my darling tutu-loving friends! Emma here, back from another whirlwind journey through time, and trust me, I've got a tale that's simply divine! Today, we're going to go way back, to the 1890s. Can you imagine - a time when the iconic tutu, our symbol of grace and beauty, was just beginning its reign? Pinch me, I must be dreaming!
The 1890s: A Tutu Transformation
Picture this, my dears: Paris, 1898. Imagine the air abuzz with chatter, the grand avenues alive with ladies in exquisite gowns and dashing gentlemen. The year's all about drama, spectacle, and romance! It's no surprise that even the world of ballet was bursting with life.
You know how much I adore history, don't you? Well, back then, ballet wasn't just about graceful pirouettes and grand jetés. Oh no, it was a spectacle - a whirlwind of elaborate costumes, intricate scenery, and stories that swept you away to distant lands. Think "La Bayadère," "Swan Lake," - absolute classics!
But the most fascinating thing? The ballerina's attire. You see, by the 1890s, the "tutu" as we know it had just arrived! The short, floaty skirt, oh-so-light and whimsical, replaced the previous cumbersome costumes that often hampered the ballerinas' movements. What a breath of fresh air!
And what a colour palette! We're talking frothy tulle, silk ribbons, shimmering fabrics in an explosion of pinks, yellows, and blues. You can almost see the ballerinas flitting across the stage, each graceful move catching the light like magic. Talk about sartorial triumph!
But My Love, The Tutu is Always Pink!
As I journey through time, one thing stays constant - the magic of the pink tutu. It's a classic, a symbol of feminine power, grace, and utter loveliness. In 1898, though, pink wasn't quite as ubiquitous as it is now, my dears. The fashion of the era favoured pastels, and pale pink was certainly favoured! But it was the pale shade of pink that I found myself captivated by in my 1898 trip.
I have to admit, my trip to 1898, was most unexpected. A little twist of fate on a tour of Paris and a chance meeting with a fellow dancer led to an accidental trip to the Opera. Oh, how lovely! But not only was I whisked away by the stories of the dancers, I fell completely head over heels for the pale pink tulle tutu, the embodiment of the most lovely fairytale.
I even made friends with a little ballet student who had just bought herself her very own tiny pink tutu. "You can't be a real ballerina unless you own one!" she giggled, as her eyes shone like a million twinkling stars. And she was right! That’s where my Pink Tutu passion began.
From Paris To The World!
This tiny pink tutu, however, wasn't just for Paris. Imagine this - a whole wave of fashionistas embraced the tutu as an essential! The theatre, ballet and opera – they were abuzz with it. Women everywhere began to adopt this delightful trend, bringing it into everyday life, incorporating it into ball gowns, party dresses and even in their more casual outings.
Oh, how I longed for those Parisian streets and those magical evenings of ballet! Such a lovely scene to witness.
So here's to the 1890s, my dear tutu lovers! It's a testament to the ever-evolving fashion of ballet, and a true tribute to the grace and artistry that makes it such a captivating art form! I just hope we keep these trends moving along – the power of pink is never too far away!
Onwards to Next Tuesday!
Next Tuesday I will have a very special Tutu Tuesday treat in store for you all. We'll be going on a most spectacular adventure! Be sure to pop by www.pink-tutu.com and let me know where you'd like to travel to next!
*Remember my dears, pink tutus for every occasion - don’t let life go by without your tutu! *
Lots of love and twirls
Emma 💕
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