Hello darlings! It's Emma, your favourite pink-tutu clad time-travelling ballerina, back with another thrilling voyage into the glorious history of the ballet tutu! I'm currently nestled in a Parisian café, surrounded by the scent of freshly baked pastries and the chic whispers of fashionable ladies. You see, this week I'm waltzing through the Parisian dance scene of 1934, and believe me, there’s nothing quite as exciting as a trip to Paris during the glamorous age of the 1930s!
Before we dive into the twirls of tutu history, let's have a chat about how I got here! You see, as a ballet-loving lass with a passion for travel, my life isn’t your average 9-to-5 routine. My trusty pink tutu and my passion for performance allow me to fund these wonderful time-travelling escapades! Think of it as a time-hopping travelling dance scholarship. This week, it’s Paris!
Now, to the history! It's 11th September 1934, and Paris is buzzing with ballet fever. We're at the peak of a particularly glamorous era in ballet history, a period infused with artistic creativity and dramatic innovation. And what was the centrepiece of it all? Why, the glorious tutu, of course!
Think of this era as the reign of the "Romantic" tutu - long, billowing skirts, made of layers of tulle, creating an almost ethereal and ethereal effect, like clouds floating over the stage. It was an era of soft beauty, romanticism, and feminine elegance! These delicate, fluffy tutus emphasized the grace and agility of the dancers, and I absolutely adored seeing them. Oh, they truly embodied the spirit of ballet in all its beauty!
So, what were the most fashionable tutus this week? Well, one of my absolute favourites is a magnificent white, tulle tutu created by a famous Parisian designer, Madame Marie Rose. It’s intricately designed, with delicate embroidery, adding an exquisite touch to the flowing layers. The tutu I saw at the Opera House, called "La Sylphide," has beautiful embroidery woven into the tulle. The shimmering white tulle reflects the spotlight so beautifully - it creates such a magical effect on the stage! It was sheer romantic perfection.
Remember, ladies, the "Romantic" tutu is all about that ethereal, whimsical feel, evoking the grace and fragility of fairies and nymphs. Just as today, tutus are all about expressing your personality, right? Whether you prefer classic or modern, the tutu truly helps a ballerina shine.
And while Paris was buzzing with a fantastic ballet scene this week, what was going on in the world beyond the ballet stage? Well, back in England, my own little corner of Derbyshire was brimming with the news of the arrival of the very first mass-produced colour television. You see, dear friends, my travels in time allow me to witness such incredible events as the beginning of television as we know it. Imagine! Seeing dancers like Tamara Karsavina on your own home screens. Oh, how the world changes so quickly, and the power of art and dance never fails to enchant and inspire.
My #TutuTuesday journey continues next week - maybe I'll even end up seeing a ballet performance in a palace in the 18th century! Who knows? The magic of travel is all around, and I cannot wait to see what awaits!
Until then, remember - never be afraid to twirl, dear friends!
Yours in the love of pink tutus,
Emma xx
