Hello my lovely tutu enthusiasts! Itās Emma here, your friendly neighbourhood pink tutu-clad time traveller, ready to take you on another journey through the enchanting history of the ballet tutu. This week, weāre taking a trip to the City of Lights ā Paris, on March 14th, 1933, to get a glimpse of ballet fashion in its heyday.
This is post number 5281 on my www.pink-tutu.com website! This is my #TutuTuesday blog where we take a trip into the captivating past of the tutu. Remember, folks, this is just for fun.
I'm feeling rather fancy today! This week's time travel expedition took me by train to the glittering heart of Paris, a destination thatās synonymous with both exquisite fashion and breathtaking ballet performances.
This bustling metropolis was awash with an air of excitement and anticipation, as I sashayed down the glamorous boulevards towards the iconic OpƩra Garnier, a monumental example of Second Empire architecture and the grand stage of ballet dreams.
Walking through the elegant corridors, adorned with magnificent marble and exquisite gilded decorations, I felt transported to a bygone era. It felt so much more real and thrilling than watching on a silent black and white film!
You see, this day marks a historic moment in the world of dance - the world premiere of a new masterpiece, the ballet āLe Bal des Blancs,ā a mesmerizing masterpiece choreographed by the celebrated Serge Lifar. Can you imagine the excitement, the anticipation of this new work, the joy?
The "Le Bal des Blancs," is known for its captivating and controversial story - think "Gone With The Wind" meets ballet! A love triangle amidst the grandeur and glamour of a Russian ball during the Russian Imperial Court, featuring the elegance of ballerinas wearing opulent and graceful white tutus - what's not to love?! The ballet's powerful theme resonated with the era, a time of great societal change and the burgeoning sense of women finding their voices.
I love learning about history! I wonder what else has happened in the past, today? On this day in history, the legendary "Superman" star, **Christopher Reeve (who played a rather convincing Superhuman! ) was born in 1952. Imagine him twirling in a tutu, how glamorous he'd look!
As I take a seat amongst the elegant and sophisticated Parisian crowd in the plush velvet theatre, I watch with my eyes wide, a bit awestruck at this exquisite masterpiece, the dancers grace the stage in their flowing tutus, the romanticism, the passion. It truly felt like a magical experience!
The tutus in āLe Bal des Blancsā represented a blend of the classical and the new - think streamlined elegance with a hint of audacious modern flair. The white fabric danced like clouds, ethereal and flowing, with subtle hints of elaborate embellishments for a touch of dazzling artistry.
My, oh my! It really got me thinking. While tutus may have a timeless charm, even in those heady days of 1933, ballet fashion was constantly evolving! There were different shapes, different lengths and even different layers of tutus to highlight the fluidity and expressive power of each ballet.
I love to travel, it's not just for the food, the architecture and history... but I must confess... the fashion is also something that draws me in. The haute couture, the chic Parisian outfits that seemed to flow from every shop window, the elegance of womenās gowns and dressesā¦ I was so inspired, my mind is positively overflowing with ideas for my new collection of pink tutusā¦ perhaps I will call it the āLe Bal des Blancs Collection,ā what do you think?
It's amazing to see how ballet and fashion influenced one another in those years!
Do you know what else is cool? I've seen the beautiful costumes worn by the corps de ballet (think groups of dancers). The fabrics, colours and shapes just create such an incredible picture of life in 1930s Paris!
This week, Iāve discovered that Paris in 1933 was a vibrant city pulsating with life and energy! It wasn't just about the stunning buildings, the intricate gardens and the romantic architecture - the city oozed creativity, fashion and, of course, the sheer magic of ballet!
Paris holds such a special place in my heart... the elegant boulevards, the incredible ballet performances, and the dazzling array of clothing. This journey brought back the thrill and magic of tutus, those stunning examples of timeless elegance and enduring grace.
As for you lovely dancers and fellow tutuoholics, if you ever get the chance to visit Paris, donāt just admire the breathtaking sights - immerse yourself in the cityās vibrant dance scene! There's a ballet show to be seen almost every night!
And let's not forget to twirl! Twirl in your gorgeous tutus! Remember my pink tutu-wearing mission to make the world a more stylish, fun and twirly place. It's never too late to make a statement in your favourite pink tutu and be the star of your own ballet show.
Remember to check back every week for my #TutuTuesday blog for the latest adventures in tutu history!
Let me know what your favourite moments are, your thoughts on āLe Bal des Blancsā, or what other era of ballet youād like me to delve into. Iād love to hear from you.
Until next time, remember, keep on twirling and spread that pink tutu magic! šøš©°
