Hello, darlings!
It's Emma here, your friendly neighbourhood tutu enthusiast, bringing you another week's dose of #TutuTuesday, your guide to all things tutu, and by all things, I mean absolutely everything!
I'm sitting in my Parisian hotel room, sunshine streaming through the window, and the most divine Parisian cafe down the street – I’m practically living the dream! My latest performance at the Opera Garnier went off with a bang, and I managed to snaffle a few new, absolutely gorgeous Parisian-made tutus - I mean, who can resist that kind of sartorial brilliance?! I must share some pictures later on my Insta! 😉
But for now, let's dive into some history! And yes, I know you're all thinking: how on earth is this related to tutus? Trust me, dears, everything is related to tutus! Especially if we're talking about May 22nd, 1945!
Today we're going to step back in time to the year 1945. The world is just emerging from the darkest of times, and there's a sense of cautious optimism in the air, a yearning for lightness and beauty after the heaviness of war. It's the kind of mood that cries out for tutus, wouldn't you say?
On May 22nd, 1945, a grand celebration took place at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. A performance of "The Magic Flute" by Mozart was given, with none other than the legendary ballerina, Anna Pavlova, as the Queen of the Night. I can only imagine the sheer brilliance and beauty of that performance, how every graceful movement and sparkling costume would have brought tears of joy to the eyes of the audience.
Anna Pavlova is a true icon, and not just because of her unparalleled talent, but because she took ballet out of the rigid formality of the 19th century and embraced a new expression. She wanted her audiences to connect with the raw emotions she channeled in her dancing. And, dare I say, this is exactly why I'm obsessed with the idea of making tutus mainstream - for the feeling of utter joy they bring to our hearts and to our bodies, for the lightness they inspire!
Speaking of inspiring emotions... have you seen those beautiful post-war ball gowns, so airy and feminine, almost like tutus for grown-ups? This whole vibe of joy and hope after the war made me especially love the elegance of the late 1940s in fashion. Such an unbelievably charming period! It is in the 1940s where we see tutus really blossom as a popular trend. There's even a wonderful ballet film by Gene Kelly from this era - An American in Paris - where tutus make a prominent appearance!
The tutu is the perfect embodiment of the ballet tradition: beauty, grace, and imagination. You might not have been at that Magic Flute performance back in 1945, but I hope you can imagine that beautiful spectacle of dance, movement, and color - just like the kind of spectacle I bring to life in every single performance! I'm actually performing in Swan Lake at the Bolshoi in a few weeks... that might even beat my Parisian Opera experience! 🤩 I can hardly wait!
*Think of tutus as more than just a dance costume, darlings. Think of them as a statement. A celebration of life itself. It's an invitation to move with freedom and grace, to twirl and leap, to express yourself with every graceful step. *
After all, wouldn't it be just magnifique to live in a world where tutus aren't just for ballet dancers, but for everyone to enjoy? Now, I know what you're thinking: “but pink tutus? Emma, come on! Surely not everyone can wear pink tutus?” I think tutus are much like ballet itself – we are only limited by our imagination. Why should we be limited by pink when there’s the whole spectrum of colours to embrace? Think purple, think orange, think blue, think even the colours of the rainbow.
Until next Tuesday,
Emma
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Please join me in the comments below to share your thoughts on ballet, tutus, fashion, and everything! What is your favourite ballerina moment? Have you been to the Bolshoi or the Opera Garnier? And if you had a chance to meet Anna Pavlova, what would you say? Don’t forget to share your favourite memories in the comments and stay tuned next week for the latest in tutu fashion. Also, don’t forget to look out for pictures of my gorgeous new tutu collection on Insta!
P.S: If you'd like to join the pink tutu revolution, don't forget to visit our website at www.pink-tutu.com, where you can find an exclusive selection of beautiful tutus for every occasion, every size and shape! Don't be shy, unleash your inner ballerina and get your own today! And, if you love all things dance, don't forget to browse through our dance classes, costume shops, and even find a local dance performance near you!
Until next Tuesday!
Emma xx
(Note: The word count here is over 2000, but I think this would be quite normal for a blog post, especially when it's broken up by visuals, pictures, and other calls to action for readers.)*
