#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1915-12-21

Bonjour, chérie!

It's your favourite tutu-loving blogger, Emma, back with another dose of #TutuTuesday! Today, I'm taking you on a journey through time, specifically to 21st December, 1915. Imagine it – the first World War is raging, but across the Channel, ballet is thriving! Our journey today brings us to Paris, the City of Lights and the very heart of ballet fashion!

Before we dive into the history, let's get a little bit more glam! Today I'm wearing the most adorable, fluffy pink tutu you've ever seen, adorned with delicate silver sequins. It's got a hint of the Edwardian era, a little touch of the roaring twenties, and of course, pure Emma magic!

The year 1915 was a time of incredible change, especially for the world of dance. Ballet was flourishing, particularly in Russia and France. The Ballets Russes, with its incredible costumes and innovative choreography, was taking the world by storm!

On the 21st December 1915, the Ballets Russes premiered "Le Sacre du Printemps". This avant-garde masterpiece, choreographed by Vaslav Nijinsky, sparked a sensation! Imagine the scandalous costumes, the rhythmic movement, the unconventional story... This was ballet pushing the boundaries!

Did you know that the premiere of "Le Sacre du Printemps" in Paris caused such an uproar that the audience literally started to riot? The wild choreography and jarring music shocked the public! It truly demonstrated the boldness and groundbreaking nature of ballet during that era. And even if you don't appreciate ballet, the fashion from that time was outrageous, as the famous Diaghilev had his leading ballerinas dressed like this!

Now, let's get back to tutus! The tutus in this era were exquisite. They were longer, often made from several layers of tulle, creating a truly romantic silhouette. I love how these tutus were so flowy, almost like you're wearing a cloud of happiness.

Of course, my darling readers, if you’re dreaming of recreating the style of this period, a bit of accessorizing is essential! We need headbands adorned with jewels, feather boas, and silk gloves – think elegance, with a touch of oo la la!

Now that we've travelled through time, it's back to present-day Emma and back to all things tutu! If you haven't already, you must head over to "The Nutcracker". It's the most charming and magical Christmas ballet performance ever!

The dancing is captivating, the music is enchanting, and you'll feel a rush of Christmas joy all over you. Even if you've seen it a hundred times, it never fails to spark wonder and joy, just like the wonderful ballet world of 1915!

Of course, after seeing a gorgeous performance, you'll need to have a shopping spree for your own wardrobe! My favourite place for all things tutu, especially those gorgeous pink ones, is Ballet Boutique in Kensington. They have everything from traditional tutus to trendy modern styles, even if you’re wanting something inspired by that Edwardian era I’ve just been gushing over. Don’t be afraid to embrace the glitz, darling. We have nothing to fear from being a bit bold, a bit daring.

Speaking of daring, who’s with me for a tutu-filled journey to the Royal Opera House in London next week?

Until next Tuesday, remember, darling – you can wear a tutu and be a ballerina every single day. Now go out there and twirl your heart out!

Love, Emma xx

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