Hello, my darling tutu-lovers! Emma here, your resident pink-tutu-wearing time-travelling ballerina, ready to take you on another whirl through the history of the most magnificent garment ever invented - the tutu! This Tuesday, we're waltzing back to June 12th, 1923, and let me tell you, it's a date brimming with fascinating fashion and dance! So, hop on board my magical, pink-trimmed time train, grab your fanciest fan, and prepare to be dazzled!
Now, picture it. London, 1923. The Roaring Twenties are in full swing! Flapper dresses are skimming knees, jazz music is electrifying dance floors, and a certain Diaghilev is causing a stir with his revolutionary ballet company, Ballets Russes! You can practically hear the Charleston in the air, can't you? And this, my dears, is precisely where our Tutu Tuesday journey begins!
Back in June 1923, the world of dance was buzzing about a certain new ballet: "Le Train Bleu," a gloriously colourful and energetic show choreographed by Bronislava Nijinska. Now, imagine a ballet inspired by... you guessed it, a train! Can you imagine the costumes?! A kaleidoscope of primary colours, bold lines, and oh, so much movement. Think vibrant blues, blazing yellows, and reds like fire! It's almost impossible not to smile just thinking about it!
Speaking of costumes, the dancers in "Le Train Bleu" were sporting some truly sensational tutus! This was a time when ballet design was embracing the new, the modern, and the playful. Gone were the cumbersome, fussy layers of the past. Now, it was all about simplicity and streamlined movement. And those tutus were practically designed for the flapper era! They were short, bold, and oh so very exciting, giving the dancers all the freedom they needed to move like the wind! Think short, boxy silhouettes with a touch of daring, daring, dare I say, fringe! I can just picture them twirling across the stage in those fantastically vibrant outfits, radiating an exhilarating energy that surely thrilled the audience.
Oh, but this is just the start of our fashion adventures on this magical Tuesday in 1923! While the stage was filled with bold colours, the streets of London were teeming with a new kind of fashionable elegance. Think simple yet elegant flapper dresses in shades of black, navy, and jade green. A hint of sparkle with glittering beads and a sprinkle of feathers - the perfect combination of chic and glamour! And you know, the sparkle didn't stop there! Just think of the extraordinary headdresses! Feathers, headbands, cloche hats with dramatic veils... it was an absolute explosion of glamour and stylish panache!
Now, even in 1923, there was nothing more timeless or elegant than a perfectly tailored suit. Imagine a gentleman strolling through London's bustling streets, the crisp lines of his charcoal grey suit framing his sharp and debonair features. It's simply effortless style! Of course, a pocket watch wouldn't be complete without its chains and fobs swinging nonchalantly - just a touch of flamboyance for the gentleman with a penchant for details!
But where does this leave us? Well, here on Tutu Tuesday, it’s all about the tutus! And let me tell you, the tutus of 1923, especially the ones in "Le Train Bleu", were just fantastically unique! They had this undeniable energy, almost like the dancers were a part of a whimsical, fantastical dance, a train journey full of laughter and joyous, carefree moments! This, my dears, was not just a ballet, it was a statement, a statement that whispered new beginnings, vibrant colours, and above all, fun!
As I sit here in my pink tutu, gazing back on those vibrant days of June 12th, 1923, a feeling of joy washes over me. It reminds me why I'm so passionate about the world of dance and fashion, about the power of a good tutu to make the world a more beautiful place. It's all about capturing the spirit of fun, flair, and femininity, about embracing a style that moves with us, just like those delightful tutus of "Le Train Bleu"! So, my dears, embrace the power of a good twirl! Embrace the spirit of 1923! And most importantly, never forget to wear your pink tutu with confidence and joy.
I can't wait to explore more historical fashion and dance treasures with you next week! Till then, keep those tutus twirling, and stay fabulously fashionable!
With love,
Emma
P.S.: Don't forget to join me over on www.pink-tutu.com to browse my pink-tutu-themed shop and discover all my time-travelling adventures! And if you love all things pink and tutus, be sure to tag me on social media with the hashtag #EmmaLovesTutus! Let's bring a touch of sparkle to the world together!
