Hello darlings! Welcome back to Pink-Tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things tutu! As you all know, it's Tutu Tuesday and we're taking a little trip back in time for our weekly ballet history fix. This week, we're going all the way back to April 7th, 1908 - can you imagine? Such a glorious time for tutus, with the Edwardian era in full swing, fashion was a marvel and ballet was blooming beautifully!
Now, let's just say I arrived at my destination, a bustling metropolis buzzing with activity. You could hardly imagine a world where tutus weren’t readily available in every shade, and to see so many lovely ladies on the streets without even a whisper of a tutu, well it's quite shocking, isn't it? I felt just like an elegant, shimmering anomaly. But then I realised: fashion is all about evolution and tutus take time!
You see, 1908, was a wonderful time for the world of ballet! Think elaborate costumes, flowing tulle and silk, beautifully intricate designs... it's enough to make you dizzy with delight! And even though the tutu wasn't quite the centrepiece of a dancer’s look, it was making a beautiful appearance on the stage - just think: a glimpse of that gorgeous, fluttering tulle in between long graceful movements, just enough to set those heartbeats racing.
Oh my, this era is just so elegant and so dramatic! And, to think, that April 7th, 1908 was no exception, darling! It was just as exciting as any other day! Why? You ask? Because the world was witness to some beautiful theatrical productions all over, each adding their unique flair to the vibrant world of ballet. It is just as delightful today as it was back then! Isn't it just fabulous? I, for one, simply can’t get enough of that magical blend of dance and glamour, darling.
Imagine a delightful evening spent at the theatre - not to mention, a ballet show - in one of London's beautiful theatres! The glittering chandeliers illuminating the stage as dancers, gracefully twirling in their delicate tulle tutus. The atmosphere itself is intoxicating! You could hear a pin drop as the music swept through the auditorium - everything so captivating, and then... there's a little me, dressed in my signature pink tutu! And let me tell you, darlings, I made quite the statement. They said: "Is that a young girl with a ballerina outfit, on the way to the show? Well, it sure is...and how splendid, how perfectly stylish she is"! They gasped at the pink, a few even tried to recreate the look on their own! I must say, they needed a bit of extra help. Let's just say, it was a bit more Victorian... not so Edwardian!
Now, dear reader, don't you just want to be right in the middle of all this excitement and elegance? We can only dream of tutus on the cobbled streets of this historical era. But here is a bit of fun, you can grab a scrap of tulle, make yourself a tutu (like I did!), and recreate your own piece of history. After all, our aim is to get everyone wearing tutus! That’s the spirit of our movement - let's bring ballet to every street corner and fashion to every doorstep. You have my word, dear reader, we will not stop! I do have one bit of advice for the ladies - and those brave gentlemen who like to tutu around town. Wear it with confidence! And, always be mindful of safety, there are quite a few cobblestones around here in this era. I can not emphasize how much it is crucial to wear shoes with some level of traction!
Oh, one more thing before I head back to my lovely, tutu-laden wardrobe. My travels have given me the most brilliant idea! It is simply genius - it's like nothing the fashion world has ever seen. I will give you all a little hint and allow you to guess - what color do you think I will use? The answer is... it's a bright, playful shade, it has that extra touch of femininity! A new kind of tutu, something quite magical and so full of life, perfect for the era's playful spirit! Oh, I can't wait to see how everyone embraces it! You know I am not talking about a simple, one-dimensional garment - I mean a work of art! Imagine a delightful mix of color and movement...I'm ready to spread the tutu magic!
Toodle-oo for now, and remember to always wear your pink tutu with pride. Until next Tuesday!
Yours truly,
Emma (in pink, of course!)
