Hello darlings! Welcome back to Pink Tutu, your one-stop shop for all things tutu-licious! This Tuesday, we're taking a trip back in time - buckle up, we're heading to September 5th, 1972! 🚂
You might be thinking, "Emma, 1972? Wasn't that before tutus were even a thing?" Well, my lovelies, you couldn't be more wrong! Tutues have been twirling around the world for centuries, and 1972 was a particularly dazzling year for them.
I arrived in New York City, which, at the time, was just as glamorous as it is now. From the moment I stepped off the train, I felt like I'd stepped into a Fred Astaire musical. 🎶 There were fabulous feathered hats and flared trousers everywhere. I even saw a few women sporting daring miniskirts and hot pants, which sent shivers of delight up my spine!
Of course, being the tutu enthusiast that I am, I had to get straight to the heart of the matter. That's where my ballet darling, Miss Martha Graham, came in. Imagine my glee! It was almost like having a cuppa with the Queen herself - this woman was a legend! Her avant-garde dance style was pushing boundaries, and she was still so vibrant at this point in her career.
Speaking of pioneers, let's not forget the iconic New York City Ballet. On September 5th, they were putting on their grand premiere of Jerome Robbins' masterpiece "The Concert." It's a whimsical story filled with all the right kind of whimsy – ballet with a big helping of contemporary style. You just know they were all wearing breathtakingly beautiful tutus - maybe not the bubblegum pink of my dreams, but definitely chic! 💖
That evening, after catching the show (oh, the leaps! the twirls! chefs kiss ) I sashayed my way to Bergdorf Goodman's on Fifth Avenue. Imagine my delight! It was a haven for fashionistas, just bursting with stylish creations. My favourite window display? An impeccably dressed mannequine in a long, flowy gown - a bit of 1970s magic! I swear, there was a little pink tutu detail peeking out under that gorgeous frock! 🤫
The fashion was daring and bold, just like the times. This era embraced colour and pattern, a celebration of all that's good and pretty in the world!
My trip was filled with delightful discoveries and fascinating interactions with the people who defined 1972. Even a peek into the future with my trusty time-travelling watch (which I find makes a splendid addition to any outfit, by the way! ✨) showed me just how much this decade was to shape fashion as we know it.
And you know what? All of this got me thinking about what tutus can represent: a little bit of freedom, a little bit of grace, a whole lot of magic. That's what this period felt like - like everything was just beginning, like the world was opening up. It made me realise why tutus will never go out of style: because they embody the hope and optimism that life has to offer. 🥰
So, whether you're a tutu connoisseur like me, or just beginning your tutu journey, remember that the possibilities are endless! From whimsical daywear to elegant evening wear, the power of a tutu lies in its ability to empower us all.
So, darling, go on, wear that tutu! 💖 Be daring! Be yourself! Be ready to create your own magical world of fashion and grace, just like 1972, and all the eras before and after it! 💖
Remember to come back next Tuesday for another dose of Tutu Tuesday. And keep spreading the joy of the pink tutu, everywhere you go! 🌸
XOXO
Emma 💕 www.pink-tutu.com
