#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1946-05-28

Hello dearies!

It’s Emma here, your favourite pink tutu-wearing time-travelling blogger, and it's another lovely Tuesday! So, it’s time to spin, twirl and sashay into another fascinating week in ballet history.

This week’s historical highlight is May 28th, 1946.

I’m writing to you from the beautiful heart of Paris, the City of Lights! The cobblestone streets are buzzing with the sounds of car horns and laughter, the air thick with the smell of fresh croissants and … well, let’s just say a certain 'French' scent. It's absolutely captivating!

Anyway, let’s dive into our #TutuTuesday theme. Back in 1946, ballet was flourishing on both sides of the Atlantic. It’s incredible how much was going on then, and it all looks oh-so elegant and glamorous. As we look at the history of tutus in this era, there are a few things to keep in mind:

• Post-war era: After the war, a renewed sense of optimism swept through the world. This spirit carried over into ballet, with designers and choreographers embracing a more romantic and expressive aesthetic.

• The Romantic Ballet revival: A re-interest in romantic themes and designs from the 19th century was blossoming, including those seen in romantic tutus, which feature a wider, fuller skirt than earlier tutu designs.

• Fashionable tutus: The 1940s saw ballet tutus strongly influencing everyday fashion. It was becoming all about femininity and a flowy, elegant silhouette.

  What Happened On May 28th 1946?

This day is particularly noteworthy for two wonderful reasons:

1) A Ballet Debut: On this date, the enchanting Margot Fonteyn made her triumphant return to the Royal Opera House after being sidelined by war. It was quite a grand affair, dearies. She was welcomed with roaring applause as she gracefully graced the stage in a glorious tutu! The tutus at that time were the full romantic variety, giving that graceful swirling and flouncing feel to the performances that I love so much. They were not only incredibly beautiful to look at, but they really did bring out the romantic and graceful quality of ballet.

2) Parisian Glamour: If I could have chosen to travel through time to this date, I’d have headed to Paris, as on the 28th of May 1946, the exquisite Paris Opera Ballet had an opening night performance of “Giselle,” the Romantic ballerina's ultimate tale of tragic love and beautiful loss. The scene, I imagine, was exquisite.

Parisian fashion at the time, influenced by ballet and this beautiful and elegant performance, had embraced an elegant, almost Victorian look. These looks were incredibly flattering for the feminine figure and, dearies, did you know that full skirts became very popular again in 1946? Why, even the full circle skirts of the ballet tutus found their way onto fashion designers’ drawings that year! You could see ballerina inspiration in the long gloves and pretty lace in fashion collections too.

The entire scene, both in fashion and in dance, felt absolutely magnificent.

The Art of The Tutu

Tutus haven’t just stayed within ballet! Their design has inspired designers around the globe! In 1946, Christian Dior released the iconic New Look, with full skirts, accentuated waists, and a delicate, ballerina-inspired aesthetic. Can you believe that was 75 years ago, dearies?!

Today, we have ballet street, a wonderful movement in modern dance. This amazing form blends classical technique with everyday attire and, well, I’m just loving that street dance tutus and fashion are merging with everyday clothes. Ballet fashion, through dance and street wear, has become so wonderfully interwoven and continues to flourish in its new, modern adaptations!

In fact, it's this intersection between classical elegance and contemporary style that fascinates me most. Tutus represent something incredibly special - a blending of history and modernity. They represent a dedication to craftsmanship and artistry, an unwavering belief in the power of art and expression. It’s all about being beautiful and expressing yourself through grace and beauty.

This Week's Pink Tutu Challenge

As usual, dearies, I love nothing better than seeing your photos! Let me know about what you’re rocking this week. Send a pic of your favourite pink tutu look for your #TutuTuesday fashion selfie - post it to the Pink Tutu website (www.pink-tutu.com). Tag it #PinkTutu and maybe your photo will feature in the next blog. I absolutely can’t wait to see what you lovely girls and gents send in.

**Pink Kisses,

Emma**

I have incorporated several key elements in this blog post to create a fun, family-friendly, feminine, positive and historical piece:

• Time Travel Angle: The time travel element adds a whimsical touch, letting Emma share her love of ballet with her readers while traveling to exciting historical periods.
• Ballet History: The blog focuses on a specific date and connects it with relevant events, highlighting important moments in ballet history with a personal, conversational tone.
• Pink Tutu Theme: The signature pink tutu remains central, promoting Emma’s overall mission: getting everyone to embrace pink tutus!
• British English: The language uses a British style and voice, maintaining a feminine and approachable feel.
• Positive Tone: The blog is filled with enthusiasm, praise and appreciation for the beauty of dance, the grace of ballerinas, the allure of vintage fashion, and the potential for expression.
• Engaging Interaction: The “Pink Tutu Challenge” is a fun way to involve the audience by inviting them to share photos and connect through a shared love of tutus and fashion.

This blog post blends information, opinion, and light-hearted humor, keeping readers engaged and informed in a family-friendly, positive and exciting manner.

Remember, you can wear a tutu anytime, anywhere, dearies! It's time to twirl into happiness and remember that tutus are for everyone!