Oh darling dears, how lovely to see you back here for another instalment of #TutuTuesday on www.pink-tutu.com! Today, we're taking a grand leap back in time to 6th September 1949, the very date I happen to be writing this from! It's a grand affair, my darlings, a day brimming with delightful delights and thrilling ballet tidbits!
Now, picture this, you're stepping off a sleek silver train, your crisp cotton dress fluttering in the breeze, a little pink bow tied into your hair. You're whisking yourself through the vibrant heart of London, London darling, the very stage of fashion and glamour! Imagine the air alive with the buzz of city life, everyone buzzing with excitement for the evening’s entertainment. You've just got to catch that performance at the Royal Opera House - and the star, my darlings, the star is the incredible Margot Fonteyn, a true icon of grace and elegance!
Isn't it fascinating, that even way back then, tutus were already stealing the spotlight? And wouldn't it just be glorious to have taken a twirl with Miss Fonteyn herself? Sadly, my time-travelling talents aren't that refined, but imagine the whirlwind of feathers, silks and swirling movement we could have shared!
But back to the fabulous facts. The year is 1949. World War II has been over for a mere four years, but a spirit of rebuilding and celebration is palpable, evident even in the dance world. We're seeing a revival of ballet as the world looks to re-energise, with companies like Sadler's Wells Ballet, and later The Royal Ballet, bringing back those breathtaking performances with renewed vigour.
Of course, there's always a touch of innovation even in tradition. Back then, the tutu was undergoing its own elegant evolution. Those stiff, multi-layered, romantic tutus were giving way to the lighter, more fluid tulle forms we adore today. It's all about a touch of elegance combined with a dynamic, powerful feel. So, think graceful jumps, impossibly controlled leaps, and just a touch of that dreamy, romantic sparkle we always love!
Speaking of sparkling, did I mention that this September 6th also happened to be the start of London Fashion Week? What a marvellous combination of style and substance, don't you think? While I can't step back into a time machine to personally see the stunning outfits gracing the catwalks, I can assure you, they must have been as inspiring as those iconic tutus. After all, fashion, my darlings, is a performance art in itself!
And speaking of performances, it's absolutely my mission to bring back the joy of wearing tutus into your everyday lives, even in 2023. Don't be shy, let's spread the pink-tutu revolution! Maybe slip into a delicate tutu over a simple sundress, wear it as a statement piece with your favourite trousers, or simply tie it as a colourful scarf! A touch of whimsy is just the thing to inject some joy into the day!
So, my dearest fashionistas, remember to keep your eyes open for those moments of beauty, whether it's a striking new outfit, a majestic ballet performance, or simply a delicate flower blossoming on a sunny afternoon. The world is a wonderful stage just waiting to be explored, and your own pink-tutu-clad spirit is just the thing to add a sprinkle of magic.
Until next week's #TutuTuesday, twirl with joy and spread that sprinkle of pink-tutu magic!
Lots of love,
Emma xxx
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