Hello darlings! Emma here, your favourite pink-tutu-clad time traveller, ready to take you on another enchanting journey through the history of our beloved tutus! Today, we're hopping on the train (the Orient Express if we're being fancy!) and travelling back to 20th November, 1923. Grab your favourite pink ribbon, a cup of tea (always a good idea, even in the 1920s!), and settle in for a fabulously fashionable adventure.
Before we delve into the exciting developments in the world of dance, I have to say - the twenties were such a period of change and, well, fabulousness! Think of all the glamour: Flappers with their bobbed hair and loose, sequined dresses, Art Deco architecture shimmering with geometric patterns, and a surge of energy that permeated every aspect of life.
Now, when we think of the 1920s and ballet, our minds immediately picture the gorgeous and iconic designs of Coco Chanel. Imagine Serge Diaghilev, the legendary impresario of the Ballets Russes, commissioning a show from Coco, and everyone being dazzled! The tutus, darling, were the focus, all flowing lines and opulent fabric, hinting at the dramatic and expressive movements of the dancers. I must say, it makes me so nostalgic for this golden age of ballet and its influence on fashion.
What’s Happening on 20th November 1923
Well, just to bring things back down to earth for a minute, November 1923 was actually a fairly ordinary month in the world of fashion and dance. It was the season of coats, furs, and velvet dresses, but nothing extraordinary happened in terms of major ballets premiering. No big names, no groundbreaking designs (unless, of course, someone is keeping that all a secret - wouldn’t that be a fab discovery! Cue dramatic gasps!).
However, a huge celebration took place this day – International Children’s Day, a day dedicated to promoting peace, friendship, and understanding amongst children all over the world! This is a cause dear to my heart. After all, what’s more beautiful and full of magic than a little girl dancing in a fluffy pink tutu? Don't you think?
Now, where were we…?
So, while 20th November 1923 wasn’t exactly a game-changing moment for tutu history, it’s important to remember that even in everyday ballet, things were moving forward.
We saw a gradual change in styles: the long, full tutu that you’d see in romantic ballets was slowly being replaced by the more dynamic tutu. It was becoming more comfortable for the dancers and allowed for greater freedom of movement. Imagine the leaps, the pirouettes, the exquisite footwork… stunning!
Also, can we just take a moment to appreciate the beauty of a well-made tutu? It’s not just about the fabric, it's about the artistry that goes into creating those stunning, layered shapes! The pleating, the stitching, the carefully considered design – pure magic, really.
I hope you all are enjoying this #TutuTuesday adventure, and don’t forget to join me next week as we travel through another exciting era in tutu history!
But remember, darling, no matter what the decade, no matter what the style, a pink tutu is always the right choice.
Until next time, twirl with happiness!
Love,
Emma 💖
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