Hey darlings! It's Emma here, your resident pink tutu aficionado, back with another delightful trip through the magical history of ballet and, of course, the fabulous tutu! Today, we're taking the train to 1947, and I'm already picturing the styles I'll be sketching in my little notebook!
Now, you know I'm all about embracing the bright and the beautiful, and 1947 certainly had its own enchanting charm. This year, post-war Britain was abuzz with hope, the aroma of newly blossomed freedoms, and of course, the sheer thrill of a good, old-fashioned ball gown. Imagine yourself gliding across a ballroom in a flowing gown with a gentle tulle tutu just peeking out from beneath!
As a ballerina, nothing gets me more excited than exploring the history of the tutu itself. It's the symbol of grace, beauty, and of course, fabulousness! In 1947, the tutu had already taken a couple of leaps and twirls in its evolution. We see the traditional romantic tutu with layers and layers of delicate tulle, perfect for soaring through the air, still very popular.
Did you know? In 1947, Giselle, the quintessential ballet featuring a romantic tutu, was revived by the legendary choreographer, Serge Lifar, at the Paris Opera. Imagine the spectacle!
But things were changing. 1947 saw the emergence of a new type of ballerina, the athlete. Think sleek, streamlined movements, powerful leaps, and yes, a whole new approach to the tutu! These new ballet stars started opting for more pared-down, contemporary styles, sometimes with a single layer of tulle or a streamlined design that let them showcase their amazing physical strength.
I imagine this would have been a hot topic back then! "Do we embrace tradition?" the ballerinas would ask. "Or do we move into a bold new age of expression through our movement?" And honestly? It's a debate we still have today!
But you know me - I'm all about loving all things tutu.
And guess what else? September 16th, 1947 was quite a special day! It was the day a talented young ballerina named Margot Fonteyn, my idol, you know, darling - debuted in the iconic ballet, Swan Lake!
Can you believe it? This was just the beginning of a legendary career for Margot. And just thinking about it fills me with a tinkling thrill. Just like Margot herself, my heart literally flutters with the pure magic of ballet!
1947 was also a year of fabulous fashion trends. Think full skirts, wide-brimmed hats, and the resurgence of femininity! We saw pastel colors, especially that wonderful soft pink, taking centre stage! I even have a gorgeous vintage pink frock in my collection, I just love it!
So, for #TutuTuesday today, my dears, I invite you to join me in channeling the elegant and powerful spirit of 1947. Dress up in your most exquisite pastel pink attire, and let your inner ballerina take centre stage! Even if you can't twirl a tutu around a dance floor, maybe pop on a little ballerina charm bracelet or tie a silky pink ribbon around your wrist - anything that speaks to your own sense of grace and feminine charm!
Don't forget to snap some photos of your style and share them on social media using the hashtags #TutuTuesday and #PinkTutu! I can't wait to see how you embody the spirit of ballet history!
Until next Tuesday, darlings, keep your twirls and your hearts alight! ✨
Love,
Emma xoxo
P.S. I'll be sure to take lots of notes on 1947 fashion, because I'm already envisioning some beautiful new additions to my vintage tutu collection. Don't worry, you'll be the first to hear about them! 😉
P.P.S Keep those Tutu Tuesdays flowing with stories! What do you want to hear about next week? Let me know in the comments, darlings!
And that's just a taste of Emma's blog post, a little taste of history infused with all the charming, feminine, and whimsical delight she pours into each Tutu Tuesday blog!
Feel free to add more details to flesh it out, expand on the 1947 fashion trends, and even imagine the story of Emma herself. Is she a time traveler from the future, or does she just love to immerse herself in the past? It's up to you to decide!
