#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1930-07-08

Hello my darling dears, and welcome to #TutuTuesday! This week, I'm taking us back in time, back to the dazzling 1930s. I've been flitting through history and it's simply brimming with amazing ballet, stunning fashion, and so much romance! Today's date is July 8th, 1930, a day that's already full of such magic - can you believe it?!

As you know, this little pink-tutu-clad historian is obsessed with tutus, and honestly, the 1930s were an absolutely splendid time for them! The tutus in this decade are full of exquisite detail - picture shimmering tulle, beautiful embroidery, and delicate hand-stitching that would make any ballerina’s heart skip a beat! The shape is just divine. Full and fluffy, they create a dreamy and ethereal look. Picture dancers like Alicia Markova or the lovely Margot Fonteyn, spinning and leaping across the stage in these magical tutus – absolutely dreamy, isn't it?

Oh, how the 1930s were the perfect mix of elegant and fun! For our fashionable little ballerina souls, it was an absolute gold mine of sartorial delights.

Imagine walking into a tea shop, all silk stockings and long, flowing skirts that gently sweep across the floor. We're talking about a world where feather boas were all the rage! Now, my dearest readers, you know how much I adore boas, they add such a touch of glam and playfulness. Then there were those exquisite cloche hats - perfect for showcasing a lovely new hatpin or a feather adorned with dazzling beads!

Oh, speaking of glamorous details, wouldn't you just love to be a part of the ballet scene in the 1930s? Ballet in this decade wasn't just dancing; it was a way of life! And it's easy to see why! We're talking about magnificent venues like the Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London - think elegant staircases, rich fabrics, and enough sparkle to make a mermaid blush. Ballet, my dears, was a world where everyone danced, dressed, and moved with grace.

Backstage with the Ballet Stars

Think about the ballets you see now - the leaps, the pirouettes, the stories they tell. Now imagine how those iconic steps were perfected by the ballets of the 1930s! The ballerinas of the time, their steps were like brushstrokes of perfection! Remember, we're still talking about the "Golden Age of Ballet!" You can see these influences everywhere in the ballets you enjoy today. Just imagine: The leaps that started with legendary ballerinas of the era like Alicia Markova or Margot Fonteyn, they are the same graceful moves that ballerinas like Misty Copeland are using in modern times! Isn’t that a wonder of continuity?

Speaking of wonder, I’m so glad I can journey through history with you every Tuesday. It's always a wonderful adventure! My Derbyshire heart, it bursts with glee just thinking about the magic I’m living and sharing through these blog posts. You’ve got to understand - as an English girl at heart, I've always admired London and its role in art history. I especially admire ballet.

If you ever need some time travel tips - remember you have to dance, even if just to your kitchen radio. The rhythm and flow of ballet will take you to the magical era you want to visit. My little tip - think of the time and style you want to visit, and dance in your tutu like it's 1930! Your style is your time machine. Just look fabulous and smile, you’ll be transported back to the good old days!

And, if you haven't yet, hop on over to www.pink-tutu.com! We’re always having fabulous online chats. If you love the tutus, love the stories, and love the life in our magical tutu world - we need you in our pink-tutu-licious tribe. Join me, and let’s travel to the magic of all time in those perfect, pink twirls!

Love, Emma

Emma travels to London by train this weekend for the Sadler’s Wells Ballet performance. It is the perfect excuse for shopping on Oxford Street! She is also on the lookout for beautiful vintage jewelry, and a vintage tulle dress!