Hey there, fellow tutu enthusiasts! Emma here, your pink-loving, tutu-obsessed, time-traveling blogger, back again with another blast from the past for your #TutuTuesday dose of ballet history! It’s always such a joy to share this journey through the fascinating evolution of the tutu with all of you. This week, we’re venturing into 1962 – a time when the world of ballet was truly ablaze with innovation and excitement.
And you know what? 1962 holds a special place in my heart – not just for its place in tutu history, but also because of something else. Remember that grand, romantic trip I took to Paris last week? The one where I wore that breathtaking fuchsia tulle tutu with the perfectly draped velvet ribbon around the waist? Well, guess what?! My Parisian escapade is how I’m funding this next exciting journey through time. All those hours of practicing in my Derbyshire ballet studio have paid off in the form of some stunning ballet performances – those wonderful, glittering performances make time travel possible. Isn't it fabulous? It just goes to show: anything is possible when you're passionate and you love to twirl!
Right then, let’s step into the world of ballet tutus in 1962, shall we? This era saw some really amazing changes that shaped the tutu’s evolution - we’re talking some really exciting and game-changing stuff, darling. You see, up until the early 1900s, ballerinas mostly wore classic Romantic tutus, those elegant, full-length tutus that gracefully flowed in every graceful movement. It was all about delicate artistry, ethereal charm, and ethereal movement. They truly were beautiful and elegant – but I feel sometimes a bit too frilly, if you know what I mean.
Then, along came the ‘revolutionary’ mid-century. The time of a change in movement! George Balanchine, this utterly brilliant choreographer (and, of course, the legendary figure of ballet), brought in a fresh breeze to the tutu landscape, revolutionising dance with his innovative choreographies that demanded flexibility and freedom. Balanchine took a fresh look at what was being worn. The rigid lines of the Romantic tutu felt like an absolute constraint. To give his dancers that dynamism and freedom, Balanchine opted for a more streamlined look. We’re talking shorter tutus, those ones that revealed more of the leg, giving that bold, sleek look with dramatic, intricate movements.
Let's put ourselves into this fascinating world in 1962, the early 1960s... the air buzzes with creative energy. A* huge movement, darling, happening in ballet, in London's West End, with shows like "The Sound of Music." (I simply adore that one - the musical genius!) and all over Europe, the whole world is watching it unfold!* A fresh sense of excitement, infects not just fashion, but everything. * This excitement also touches the * tutu. * You could feel this amazing sense of freedom! * The tutu had to *follow these shifts in attitude – we have a change in perception! * It had to be free, as well as boldly *dramatic , as much a part of the storytelling and powerful as a dramatic costume in a theatrical performance! *
So, this was 1962, the beginning of a tutu revolution - and *my dear fashionistas, it just wouldn't stop there! *
Remember to keep your eyes peeled for next week’s #TutuTuesday blog post – we’re diving deep into a tutu story in 1972, darling. Oh, this is gonna be sensational! * And *make sure to drop by www.pink-tutu.com. It's all about the wonderful and amazing world of ballet tutus and you're all invited to join the fun, darling. Let’s share this exciting journey into the magic of dance!
See you next week!
With twirls and love,
Emma
xx
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