Hiya darlings! Emma here, your pink tutu-clad time-travelling guide to all things tutu-rific. Today, I’m taking you on a whirl through time back to April 27th, 1926!
Hold onto your sequins, my lovelies, because this decade is all about glamour, jazz, and a dash of rebellious chic! And yes, even back then, tutus were a-twirling!
It’s a Tuesday, which means it's #TutuTuesday, so let’s get into the history of this magical garment!
A Twirl Back in Time:
1926? Well, darling, that's smack bang in the middle of the Roaring Twenties! Picture it: flapper dresses, short bobs, Charleston dancing, and a sense of freedom like never before. Women were changing their style – and tutus were a part of this revolution!
Remember, back then, ballet wasn't the household name it is today. But you bet your bottom dollar that those on the dance floor, in the most glamorous halls of Europe and America, were rocking tutus! They weren't exactly the fairytale, full-length tutus we know and love today, but they were a precursor, think romantically ruffled knee-length creations, oh so stylish, oh so ballet!
Now, a little secret, these twirly numbers weren't just for the ballet stage, you know! The fashion set was all about embracement and tutus – think of them as a mini dress of the time! They were sported by flappers and debutantes alike, even those without ballet shoes on their feet!
The Grand Performance:
Back to that date, April 27th, 1926, you ask? Well, it’s a Wednesday, so unfortunately not the most glamorous of days in my little time machine calendar. BUT – I bet there were still loads of rehearsals, classes, and performances taking place around the world!
My bet? A ballet or two popped up somewhere on that date – think London, Paris, New York – probably a new rendition of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, oh so beautifully tragic and oh so very romantic, or perhaps a dazzling Diaghilev Ballets Russes production – absolutely in those elegant tutus!
My 1920s Twirling Picks
Fashion: Picture cloche hats, loose-fitting dresses, shimmering flapper-style gowns with drop waists! Add a smattering of pearls and oh-so-fancy feather boas. Let's not forget shoes with tassels and buckle embellishments! For that extra wow factor, darling, top it all off with a pink tutu! Yes, just like yours truly! Pink is, after all, the colour of dreams and romance,* wouldn’t you agree?
Performance: The Ballets Russes was THE place to be. It's the legendary dance company founded by Sergei Diaghilev and responsible for all sorts of revolutionary dance movements. Their ballerinas, absolutely stunning in those tutus, captivated audiences, making tutus THE item to see and be seen in. If you were lucky enough to snag a seat to one of their shows back in 1926, I'm sure you saw something truly unforgettable!
Pink-tutu.com Inspiration
We can bring the spirit of 1926's freedom and whimsy to life today. I think our modern-day version of the 1926 tutu could be a fabulous mini skirt in a pretty pale pink with beautiful flowing layers and delicate ruffles! I could absolutely see a vintage beaded belt with it – just fabulous!
I’m off to see what fashion treats await me in the 1926 fashion world.
Catch me on the blog next week, darling, for another whirl back in time. Until then, remember to dance your worries away! And don’t forget to embrace that fabulous inner ballerina and rock a tutu at any time of year – even on Tuesdays.
Yours truly,
Emma xx
Remember, Tutus are for everyone. Be you, be free, and dance in a pink tutu. That’s my life’s mission! And you know what, darling? I think it’s a wonderful one. ✨
*(p.s. Let’s talk! What's your favourite era for tutu inspiration? Share your ideas in the comments below! I love to hear your twirling thoughts! )
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