Hello my gorgeous twirling darlings! It’s Emma here, your friendly neighbourhood tutu enthusiast, back with another whirlwind of a #TutuTuesday blog post, taking us back in time, as always, on a trip through ballet history. Today we're pirouetting back to a simply smashing time, the 18th of May 1954!
As I stand here in my favourite pink tutu, which I must admit, is positively shimmering under the Paris sunlight, it’s easy to imagine the air buzzing with the thrill of anticipation for a beautiful ballet performance. You see, my darlings, ballet was the thing in 1954. It was sophisticated, it was elegant, and it was just downright fun. Imagine a world where everyone, even your Gran, could talk about the latest ballet performance. They'd discuss the amazing dancers, the stunning costumes and the music that just took them away. It was a time when you could feel the magic in the air every time you walked through the doors of a theatre!
And speaking of theatres, you won’t believe where I'm writing from this week: the Théâtre de l’Opéra Comique, in Paris! A haven for all things theatrical and utterly exquisite, I just had to write this week's blog from the very heart of Parisian ballet history. Imagine the incredible tutus I'm seeing here! My love of ballet wouldn't let me just peek into the Theatre – I actually saw a ballet this morning! The French Ballet of Paris - they just brought down the house. Honestly, it’s been an absolute dream. And I even managed to score myself a couple of absolutely fabulous silk scarves, right here in Paris!
It seems like everyone's wearing tutus this week in Paris - it's the most fashionable thing you can do, darling.
So what were the big events on 18th May 1954? Well, besides all the incredible performances, the fashion world was all a-flutter over the Dior "New Look" – all nipped in waists and flowing skirts, oh darling, the dresses they're making! Dreamy. But here’s where it gets really exciting. Imagine this, you're all dolled up, rocking your most fabulous pink tutu, in this elegant Paris atmosphere and the scent of Parisian pastries floating through the air… Suddenly, the world’s top ballet dancers, all swirling in their gorgeous tutus, are performing right before your very eyes. Could anything be more magical?
You know, one thing I adore about going back in time with my #TutuTuesday adventures is watching how things have changed - like how people viewed tutus. This period wasn’t so very different from the time I’m living now (well, with a touch of fabulousness!), but you know, this was just after the war. Everyone needed some sparkle in their life, a chance to let loose and celebrate! The sheer beauty of a delicate, flowing tutu was a sign of hope and pure joy, something we really need in our modern-day lives.
I cannot stress this enough, my lovely readers - You know that twirling feeling you get when you spin in your tutu? That's magic, pure and simple. This magic of the tutu, it’s so much more than just a piece of clothing. It’s a symbol of freedom, grace, and dreams coming true!
So next time you’re feeling down, think about those stunning dancers and their breathtaking tutus twirling under the Paris lights – remember to let your inner-tutu spirit fly, embrace that freedom and always twirl with confidence!
As for me, darling, I’m off to a private performance in the heart of London later today. Of course, I’m rocking a tutu with that gorgeous touch of pink… It wouldn't be a #TutuTuesday without it! Until next week, remember, you're all wonderful and beautiful in your own unique way - *keep twirling! *
XOXO
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
PS: I'm adding my new Parisian scarf to my Tutu-tastic wish list - any other budding ballerinas have a wish list to share with me?
