#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1910-03-29

Hello, darling dancers! It's Emma here, your resident tutu enthusiast, back with another journey through time on #TutuTuesday! Today we're taking a whirlwind train ride to the elegant and enchanting year of 1910. Now, I'm picturing you all, dear readers, sitting by a crackling fireplace, a cup of steaming tea in your hands, maybe a slice of Victoria sponge, ready to take a little ballet break with me.

Hold onto your feather boas, because we're about to explore a time when tutus were evolving from their strict, classical forms into something a little more daring, a little more playful! Imagine, if you will, a world where tutus were just beginning to experiment with colour and texture, a world where each performance felt like a glimpse into a whimsical dream!

And you know me, I'm all about those dreamlike glimpses.

I always say, a tutu can take you anywhere. Today, it's whisking me to Paris, where ballet is simply a way of life. As I walk the cobblestone streets in my (admittedly very pink) tutu, I feel a thrill of excitement. A new season of ballet performances is upon us! Every theatre is alight with the excitement of new works, new dances, and most importantly, new tutus!

Now, the tutus in 1910 were still very much inspired by the classic "Romantic tutu", a soft and airy tulle skirt designed to accentuate the dancer's movements. You know, the ones that really made you think of dancing fairies! However, the tutus in 1910 were taking on a more theatrical character, incorporating more decorative details like ruffles, ribbons, and even sequins! This new style of tutu felt like a rebellion against the stricter lines of the previous century, a yearning for something bolder and brighter.

This trend reflected a societal change as well, darling readers. As the 20th century began, women were embracing new forms of freedom, in fashion as much as in life. They started taking part in everything from suffrage marches to theatre performances, expressing themselves through their clothes with a newfound confidence!

I know what you're thinking: What about all the fun we could have at the theatre? I can practically smell the delicious perfume in the air and feel the gentle hum of anticipation as the curtains rise! And wouldn't you know it, today's programme features a performance of Tchaikovsky's beautiful ballet, "Swan Lake"! 🦢

Can you picture it? The sheer magic of that ballet? The swans, graceful and elegant, in their shimmering tutus... sighs dramatically It's enough to make any girl want to spin around in her own tutu, right? And wouldn't it be delightful to discuss the show with other enthusiasts after the performance, our pink tutus fluttering with excitement in the evening air? The magic of ballet knows no boundaries. It can turn the simplest cafe into a bustling haven for the passionate dance-loving heart!

Speaking of passion and excitement, darling readers, a trip to Paris would be simply unthinkable without a stop at one of their fabulous boutiques, of course! In 1910, Paris was already establishing itself as the world capital of haute couture, and the city's exquisite tutus were legendary! Imagine being able to choose from mountains of delicate tulle and silk, all sorts of bejeweled trimmings, and even some of the most extraordinary colours imaginable! A girl could spend a whole afternoon in one of these shops and never tire!

My dear reader, when it comes to tutus, 1910 offered a whole world of possibility. Just the thought of those perfectly-crafted tutus is enough to make me twirl right here in my office. I'm going to have to put on a little performance for myself! 🩰

Just the mention of the colour, the intricate detail, the soft textures makes my little ballerina heart flutter. It seems as if the fashionistas and ballet dancers were working together to elevate the art of the tutu to its fullest potential.

So darling readers, take this #TutuTuesday as an inspiration. Don't let anyone tell you there's anything ordinary about a tutu! Go out and dance like no one's watching.

Remember, every single day can be Tutu Tuesday! I'll catch you next Tuesday with a whole new journey through history!

And as always, darling readers, keep twirling, and wear a little pink wherever you go. It's a philosophy that will never go out of style.

Love,

Emma

P.S If you have a story you would like to share with me about your adventures with ballet, or you have any questions, please reach out!

Until next time, my darlings, happy dancing! 🩰💖

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