Hello my lovelies! Emma here, your pink tutu-clad time traveler, ready to take you on another enchanting journey through the history of our beloved tutu! Today we're stepping back in time to 30th April 1907, a date brimming with fashion, performance, and all things tutus, of course!
This week I'm perched on a plush velvet seat in the grand Palais Garnier Opera House in Paris. Just a moment ago, I was in Derbyshire, sipping tea and dreaming of ballerinas. But wouldn't you know it, a sudden shimmer of time travel dust and a click of my enchanted ballet slippers transported me right here to the heart of ballet!
Oh, Paris is simply magical! I'm just thrilled to be surrounded by all this exquisite elegance and creativity. And let me tell you, 1907 was a real heyday for the tutu. Imagine, ladies, just a few years ago, dancers were still whirling around in those cumbersome knee-length skirts. Thankfully, those days are long gone!
But, the best part of this historical escapade is that today I'm seeing La Bohème, by Puccini, which is all the rage at the moment. It's so utterly beautiful - the drama, the romance, the tutus. Talk about dramatic flair! The ballerinas are shimmering in their soft, delicate tulle, all layers and graceful movements. Each pirouette is like a whisper of joy in the air, every plié a story whispered through movement. Truly, I'm utterly captivated by their performance and utterly enchanted by their tutus.
The Rise of the TutuRemember, the tutu we know and love is the product of an evolution - just like our own personal style! Imagine a time when ballerinas had to navigate those weighty, floor-length skirts. Talk about a struggle! Fortunately, by 1907, the tutu had taken a new form, offering more fluidity and movement.
These elegant garments have gone through so many phases. First, those earlier forms - the tutu romantique, as we call them now - those delicate knee-length skirts. But by the late 19th century, a shift occurred: the tutu à la danse, which was all about brevity and movement. Imagine - all the way up to the knee! Now that's some freedom of expression, don't you think?
And here's a fun fact: Did you know that it wasn't long ago that dancers wore pink shoes? Well, it's true! Now I suppose that might sound a bit jarring - but think of the elegance of that subtle color! Imagine ballet shoes the color of a rose petal… Absolutely lovely, wouldn't you say?
But the 20th century, of course, brought about the tutu classique we see on the stages of the world today! Just as stylish, and with just as much dramatic flair. The length? Just enough to let the leg muscles flex, making every pose a work of art!
Oh, how I adore the way the light dances through the tulle as they jump! How it twirls with each pirouette, like a vision spun of pure, airy elegance!
Fashion Trends Inspired By the BalletI just love how ballet and fashion influence one another, don't you? They have a history together - like a dance of creative expression!
Right now, as I'm writing to you, tulle is all the rage! I'm spotting it on the boulevards of Paris - beautiful gowns shimmering in soft tulle, hats and wraps with fluffy, frilly trim, all evoking that air of grace and delicate movement! I just know, dear friends, that the tutu has had a significant hand in bringing us to this fashion era, a perfect symphony of fashion and artistic inspiration! It's truly amazing to think how ballet shapes the fashion world, both in the present and in the past.
The Power of PinkOf course, I'm in Paris, so naturally my outfit reflects the artistic spirit here! This week, I’m wearing a beautiful soft-pink tutu, its delicate tulle billowing around me with every movement. As I’m sipping a coffee in a quaint café overlooking the Eiffel Tower, the local ladies are admiring the hue, I can feel their smiles! After all, everyone feels good in pink - it’s an elegant, joyous colour that suits every style!
But my love for the pink tutu goes beyond simply aesthetics. It’s a symbol of a movement – a world where everyone is embraced, every expression of creativity is valued! Isn't that fabulous, darling? So, do keep spreading the tutu love!
Let me know what you think about today's journey, darlings. Did you enjoy your little tour of the ballet world of 1907? Don't forget, if you see a dancer or a beautiful piece of ballet-inspired fashion - do share your pictures with me! After all, #TutuTuesday is all about sharing the love of this lovely garment, its rich history and its graceful charm!
Until next week, dance with joy, love pink and always remember – Every day is a day for tutus! 💖
Love,
Emma
