Hello dearies! It's Emma here, back from another whirlwind adventure in time, this time landing in the glorious year of 1922. I tell you, this century's fashion is absolutely delicious! From the exquisite Art Deco lines of dresses to the heady charm of flapper fashions, there's something here to make every ballerina's heart skip a beat.
Today's topic, dear readers, takes us to the glorious stage of ballet. And wouldn't you know it, the tutu, my beloved, is very much still alive and well! But let's take a step back in time to see just how far our tutu history has come.
Imagine stepping into the Grand Theatre of Paris in 1922. The air buzzes with excitement, and you're enveloped in the plush scent of velvet and the rich perfume of the ladies' evening gowns. A symphony of light plays across the stage, bathing it in an otherworldly glow, as the music swells and the curtains rise.
Oh, to see these graceful ballerinas glide and leap, each movement a symphony of grace! But what truly captures your eye are those beautiful tutus. They aren't the voluminous, poofy creations we see today - not yet, at least! No, these are slender, simple, and oh-so-chic. Imagine the shape of a blooming lily, delicately sewn and carefully gathered, forming a beautiful shell around each ballerina's frame. They flutter with each step, each leap, each pirouette, an absolute joy to behold!
The fabrics are ethereal and light - chiffon, silk, tulle - making those pirouettes and jumps truly dance in the air! And of course, pink! Iām never surprised to find that pink has been a consistent fashion darling over the ages! It's simply divine, isnāt it?
But hereās the fascinating thing - this style of tutu was a rather recent development. Before this, weāre talking long, trailing skirts that hindered movement. Talk about a step backward! Thank goodness the creators of this lovely new silhouette knew that the dancer needs freedom to move, a light, graceful way to express the magic of ballet.
This tutu era truly ushered in a new golden age for dance. It celebrated the womanly form without sacrificing elegance or flow. What an amazing advancement for all ballet fans!
And if you're lucky, perhaps youāll catch the most sought-after dancers, like Anna Pavlova. Imagine watching her grace and beauty move in a delicate, diaphanous tutu. Pure enchantment!
I tell you, I almost didnāt want to leave this vibrant world of 1922 ballet. And what's more? There's something in the air, something magical, about 1922! Perhaps itās the vibrant energy of this decade. But letās talk about more than just ballet, dear friends.
What else is hot in the fashion scene right now? Oh, let's just say you couldn't imagine a better year to be a young lady. Itās a time for chic silhouettes - think a slim waistline and loose flowing lines - all enhanced with glorious beaded embellishments and charming, feathered adornments.
And letās not forget those iconic bobs! So short, so sleek, and a complete departure from the long tresses of previous decades. Oh my, these young ladies are practically defying gravity, and their styles have caught everyoneās imagination!
But alas, we're off to another date on the tutu timeline. Iāve already set my sights on the glorious fashion scene of 1950s. Now there's a dance to prepare for, full-bodied tulle tutus, those grand-style costumes that give us a completely new understanding of dance and fashion.
Until then, dear readers, stay tuned for more exciting Tutu Tuesdays on Pink-Tutu.com! Keep those tutus swirling, keep that love of ballet strong! Remember to always keep dancing and dreaming of pink, beautiful pink tutus!
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Until next time,
Your dearest Emma xo
Emma took the train from Derbyshire to London and spent several days on a whirlwind tour of the city. She began at the Victoria & Albert museum, then took in the art nouveau and art deco designs in Bloomsbury before hitting the boutiques and department stores of Knightsbridge. In her diary, she penned the following thoughts:
"London 1922 London is vibrant! Fashion-forward, that is, and the people are just so elegant. Itās such a pleasure to stroll down Bond Street in this lovely weather and bask in the sunshine. I just feel such a rush seeing all these fashions, so new, so bold, so avant-garde, especially the gorgeous beaded embellishments and feather trims that are everywhere. These are times for glamorous evening wear and cocktail dresses. What a contrast to whatās been worn over the years!ā
* āOn the 11th of July, I took in a matinĆ©e at Covent Garden. Such elegance! Such style! There were many notable figures, but, dear me, I simply must get my hands on one of those little Art Deco gowns. I see, of course, why all the fashionable ladies are getting themselves bobs. I adore the clean look of a bob! Maybe next time I journey to the future Iāll get my hair done this way.ā*
āOh, I have to tell you about the dance, it's glorious to see how all the ballet moves are adapting with this new leotard, what a fascinating creation it is. Imagine this lightweight fabric, and then the short tutu that hugs their beautiful limbs - oh, this was a grand production! I canāt wait to show you some of these beautiful ballet illustrations that I bought here. They were just begging to be featured on my website. ā
As she boarded the train, homeward bound, she already had an idea for next week's post, "Tutu Tuesday #4725, 1920s Couture - An ode to elegance!" She grinned. London is magic!
