Hello darlings! Welcome back to Pink-Tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things twirly, fabulous, and undeniably pink. Today, I'm taking you on a Tutu Tuesday journey back to the 11th of September, 1951 - a date filled with fashion flair and graceful dance!
As always, it was the train that brought me to my destination - a whistle, a sigh of steam, and then, voila! Paris. Just the word conjures up visions of chic boutiques, glittering cafes, and the enchanting Palais Garnier Opera House, a ballet lover's paradise!
It was a whirlwind of excitement, darling! This particular date was a Thursday - but a day just as fashionable and captivating as a weekend! I was drawn to a stunning shop window display. The colours were all the rage that year - pale pinks and soft blues, perfect for a tutu, don’t you think? They were styled with graceful floral motifs, giving a delicate touch of romance that was utterly timeless!
Walking inside, the air was thick with the scent of expensive perfume and elegant fabrics. Oh, the silk! Such a lovely feeling! They called it “the new look” in these times, so elegant and sophisticated!
And of course, I had to try on a new pink tutu. The shops in Paris were a tutu paradise, especially back in 1951! A shop assistant, a darling lady with bright eyes and an enchanting smile, assisted me as I tried on an array of skirts, ribbons, and frills. We finally settled on a beautiful pale pink tulle tutu with dainty lace trim, fit for a ballerina of any age.
Afterward, it was time to venture to the Grand Ballet de l’Opéra de Paris. Just seeing the stunning facade, even with the building covered in scaffolding because of a restoration project, sent shivers down my spine. The Palais Garnier, with its opulence, grandeur, and history! The performance that night was a masterpiece. I’m a ballet buff, darling! I just love the combination of elegant movements, soft costumes and beautiful music. Ballet just transports you to a place where anything is possible, especially if you’re wearing a perfect pink tutu, like mine!
That evening, I discovered the biggest trends. It was a period of artistic revival and inspiration, the styles for evening wear being so elegant and flowing with long lines. Imagine a beautiful pastel coloured satin ball gown paired with a pale pink tulle ballet tutu - the epitome of fashion, glamour, and sheer brilliance. It made me wish I was a ballerina!
My heart felt happy with the grace, artistry and fashion in Paris - not to mention the train journey! But alas, dear friends, it was time for me to depart for my next travel adventure. Who knows where I’ll pop up next!
*Don't forget, darling, you can find me over on Pink-Tutu.com. Stay fabulous! Let’s dance! *
Your Tutu Tuesday adventures await, darling.
**XOXO,
Emma **
