Hello my lovelies! Welcome back to www.pink-tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things tulle and twirling. This week, I'm thrilled to take you on a time-traveling adventure back to July 1st, 1913, a date that holds a special place in ballet history, and, of course, in my pink-tutu-loving heart!
It’s been a whirlwind week! Just last week I was twirling with the Bolshoi in Moscow (such glorious costumes!) and this week I've arrived, via steam train, to Paris - the City of Lights and the heart of the ballet world. Can you believe I found the most stunning pink silk scarf in a vintage shop? It's the perfect accessory for my #TutuTuesday outfit, don't you think? 😉
Now, back to our journey. You see, July 1st, 1913 was the grand opening of the legendary Théâtre des Champs-Élysées! Can you imagine being one of the first to see a show in such a magnificent theatre?
This wasn't just any theatre, my darlings. This was a masterpiece designed by the architects Henry van de Velde and Louis Süe. It was a vision of the future, modern, stylish, and filled with stunning decorations! Can you picture all the exquisite costumes, glittering jewellery, and beautifully dressed people flocking to the opening night? Just imagine, it was like the Paris Fashion Week of its day!
The opening show, you ask? It was "La Damnation de Faust" with Serge Diaghilev's Ballets Russes. It was a sensation, and truly marked the beginning of a new era in ballet! Now, Diaghilev, the founder of the Ballets Russes, was a genius when it came to production. Everything, from the music to the costumes, was an unforgettable experience, a spectacle for the ages! The Ballets Russes' costumes, oh my, they were pure glamour, full of bright colors, shimmering jewels, and extravagant embellishments! Let's just say they set the stage for all the modern-day ballets with dazzling costumes that you and I know and love!
For this performance, there were some notable tutu moments:
• Diaghilev loved using colourful, unconventional tutus and the dancers were dazzling in creations made of pink, turquoise, silver and gold!
• The Russian dancers like Anna Pavlova, who is famed for her graceful, light-as-a-feather ballet style, graced the stage with a series of flowing tutus that became the envy of the ballet world!
This period, the early 1900s, was an explosion of creativity in the ballet world! This era witnessed the emergence of revolutionary choreographers like Mikhail Fokine and Vaslav Nijinsky, who weren't afraid to push boundaries.
But let's not forget the stars of the show! Imagine, darling, the beautiful, gifted dancers in their elegant costumes, moving with effortless grace and incredible agility! I would have adored to witness this breathtaking spectacle first-hand!
Now, just a quick fashion note: imagine the scene in Paris, the chic cafes, the stunning dresses, and of course, the fabulous hats! Did you know that in 1913 hats were an absolute must-have accessory? From extravagant feather plumes to elaborate headbands adorned with jewels, these hats were as important as the clothes! So, in 1913, you could be dancing in your perfect pink tutu, and then stepping out into a world of stylish elegance and fashion.
So, darling, let this #TutuTuesday remind you that the love for ballet, and the glamour of costumes, stretches back to a golden age of beauty and creativity. This July 1st, 1913, reminds me that nothing can quite compare to the pure joy of a ballet performance. It's an unforgettable experience that fills your heart with elegance and grace! So, why don't you grab your own pink tutu, channel your inner ballerina, and make your own grand entrance today? Remember, with a little bit of imagination and a whole lot of twirls, every day can be a #TutuTuesday!
Don't forget to keep your eyes peeled for my next #TutuTuesday blog post - it's going to be a fascinating journey to another point in history, filled with fashion, tutus, and of course, loads of fun!
Love, Emma www.pink-tutu.com
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