Hello, darlings! It's Emma, your friendly neighbourhood pink-tutu-wearing time traveller, ready to whisk you away to another era for our weekly #TutuTuesday adventure! This week, we're stepping back to December 24th, 1940, a date filled with both wartime tension and the magic of Christmas, even amidst the gloom of the Blitz.
Oh, it’s a whirlwind being back here! London feels buzzing with excitement - though not quite in the same way it does during the festive season today. But as I meandered through the streets, past shop windows still decorated with holly and baubles, I felt that same warm and fuzzy Christmas feeling that never seems to fade, no matter the century.
However, I must admit, the constant rumble of aircraft overhead reminded everyone that a war is still raging. That festive cheer, it has a gritty edge to it!
The Dance of Fashion:
Oh, but what's this?! On my adventures, I popped into a grand department store! Talk about a step back in time - just look at these exquisite displays of silk dresses, feathered hats, and gloves! And, dear readers, the most divine dresses with cinched waists and flowing skirts, oh so ready to be twirled upon a grand ballroom floor!
Speaking of grand ballrooms... whisper whisper... I'm thinking a fabulous, glamorous pink tutu-inspired gown, a dance back to 1940! Picture it – an extravagant party gown of the most vibrant shade of pink imaginable. You see, despite the war, people were still yearning for a bit of glamour and sparkle, and that's exactly what the world of fashion delivered. The dresses, those glorious gowns, are just screaming to be worn for a waltz or two!
A Ballerina's Christmas:
Oh, and speaking of waltzes... I managed to slip into a local cinema, tucked away from the wartime chaos, where they are showing an absolutely lovely dance movie, “Bitter Sweet,” starring the wonderful Constance Bennett. A truly delightful production with gorgeous costuming! (And you wouldn't believe, they even had a full ballet scene, even though Bennett was actually a singer.) Imagine, folks! Ballet, film and music... oh, the magic!
Speaking of magic... there’s a delightful story for you all! One of the most special events in this particular time of year is the annual “Dancing for a Cause” gala. Each Christmas, people come together to celebrate with dance, music, and donations to charity. It’s a fantastic example of how even amidst adversity, communities come together. It’s an honour to experience it.
The Evolution of the Tutu:
As we stand in the heart of this iconic decade, we can already see the seeds of the modern tutu blooming. These tutus aren't quite the fluffy clouds of tulle we know today. They're still mostly shorter, with layered, ruffled tiers and romantic details, perfect for those ballroom twirls! But as you travel with me through time, dear readers, we'll discover how the tutu has morphed and grown, blossoming into the modern masterpieces we see adorning the world’s most talented ballerinas today.
Remember, tutus are about so much more than just the dress. It's a way of life, an emblem of joy, and a reflection of the artistry that brings our heart to dance!
And, as I said in the beginning, every Tuesday is #TutuTuesday!
Don't forget to share your stories, your dance-filled memories, and your passion for all things tutu by leaving a comment below! Until next week, dear friends! And don't forget to twirl on!
XOXO
Emma
Emma's Blog is all about inspiring women to wear pink tutus, and enjoy themselves. It's been such a hit with its weekly blog post on www.pink-tutu.com since her first post was a complete hit with its #TutuTuesday post " The History of Tutus" a story which is a whirlwind tour about ballet through the ages - which took her around the world. She really wants to visit the big ballerina events, which are: The Royal Opera House in London, Bolshoi Ballet Theatre in Moscow, the Metropolitan Opera in New York and The New York City Ballet and in fact she’s about to jet off there to the next Gala - the biggest ballet party in the world.
She gets most of her income from appearing at corporate functions, such as performing at fashion shows, giving tutu talks and doing fashion shows for stores like Debenhams and John Lewis in her pink tutu which has to have sequins and a huge pink flower.
And for TutuTuesday Emma travels all over the world on a Tuesday using her magic Tutu machine which allows her to to pop in and out of the space-time continuum - where the machine is made up of some of the latest technology and a secret family recipe made up of sugar, spices and everything nice. She then makes enough money from a few tutu-related performances at big events at various theatres around the world, on Fridays to pay for the trips and her accommodation which is her favourite part.
This blog will go on forever in its mission to encourage others to express their individual creative style and let loose with a little bit of twirling. You don't have to be a dancer to be able to have a bit of fun and be imaginative with the way you express yourself through a dance. Just imagine it!
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