Hello, my darling Tutu Twirlers! Welcome to Pink-Tutu.com, your weekly dose of all things pink and frilly! It's #TutuTuesday again, and this week we're taking a whimsical trip back in time, all the way to 23rd April 1912. Buckle up, ladies, this is going to be a stylish adventure!
You know me, I love nothing more than a good ol' fashioned ballet history lesson - it's like a sparkly journey through the world's most glamorous time machine! 🕰️ So grab a cuppa, put on your fanciest frock (the pinker, the better!), and let's delve into the glorious history of the tutu.
1912: A Time of Change and Glamour
The year 1912 was a year of huge change in the world, and fashion was no exception. We're talking Edwardian elegance, ladies! Imagine, swirling, billowing skirts with cinched-in waists, adorned with exquisite lace and delicate embellishments. The Gibson Girl silhouette reigned supreme, with hourglass figures celebrated. It's no surprise that tutus followed suit!
This was also a period where the ballet was evolving. The "Romantic Ballet" era was waning, paving the way for new choreography styles. You can definitely see this influence in the design of the tutus. Gone were the romantic, long, flowing tutus that billowed around ballerinas. They were being replaced by tutus with shorter skirts, revealing a more athletic physique and a hint of leg.
What's a Tutu History Post Without a Blast From the Past?
On this particular 23rd April, back in 1912, the ballet world was buzzing! You know me, I can never miss a chance to see a fantastic show, and I hopped aboard the train for Paris (because, what's a trip through time without some serious Parisian flair?!). The city was positively alive! There I watched, spellbound, a stunning performance by Anna Pavlova, one of the most revered dancers of her era.
Anna Pavlova was simply mesmerising, and her grace was something I'll never forget. You could practically see her shimmering like a magical star in the soft lights of the theatre! (Now you see why we just HAD to talk about her). She even did a daring, graceful "Grand Jeté" (that's a huge, soaring jump, for you non-ballerina folk!), and the whole audience held their breath!
Of course, the show was not without its drama. I even managed to get a seat next to a gentleman in the audience who exclaimed about the "slipshod construction" of one of the tutus! It's amazing how fashion is always a hot topic, isn't it?
But I digress! It’s all about the tutus for us! That night, those Parisian ladies, dressed in their very latest fashions, made me realize that we must make the most of what the tutu offered. The delicate beauty of the "Romantic Era" tutu, combined with the elegant and athletic new style was simply captivating. I wanted a tutu that could show the world how a simple, graceful garment could have so much power to both enhance and elevate the female form. We are beautiful, aren’t we?
*What's A Time-Travelling Tutu Blogger Without A Little Pink? *
Here's something else that stood out: the color scheme in the 1912 performances! Pastels, creams, and hints of delicate peach - very beautiful, but oh, so demure!
Now I understand that every decade has its unique aesthetic, but don’t get me wrong, I love a bit of colour! What is fashion without some fabulous colour?! Especially the divine pink. What is more inspiring than a pink tutu?
I bet that some pink feathers, sparkles and a touch of hot pink satin, could take that performance to a whole new level, wouldn't it? It’s a good job we have me here! I mean, come on, what’s better than pink, my loves?! We could give Anna Pavlova a pink, custom-designed tutu fit for a queen!
So why does pink even matter?
Pink is about embracing individuality. In a time of grey-beige conformity (we all need our monochrome from time to time, but still...), it’s so refreshing to see a ballerina in an absolutely glorious pink tutu.
Just think: if you had been one of those ladies in the audience that night, wouldn’t you be in awe of someone sporting a pink, sparkly tutu? It would add that certain "je ne sais quoi" that makes an entire outfit truly sparkle. I mean, come on, a girl needs a bit of fun, right?! Especially if she's on the stage.
We want to see some fabulous outfits, ladies. And to inspire others to get creative and try something new! Who says that you need to just follow trends blindly? Go forth, dear friends, and rock the fabulousness of your own pink, pink, PINK tutu! Make a statement. Tell the world, "Here I am, and I love my pink, fabulous life, thank you very much!”
Until next Tuesday!
P.S: Don’t forget to send your #TutuTuesday pink tutu pictures! We love to see what YOU have in your wardrobe. We might just feature your photo on next week's #TutuTuesday!
Your friend in pink,
Emma xx
(This post is part of Emma’s **#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History blog. Check out her website, www.pink-tutu.com , for more ballet fashion and historical tidbits!).
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