Welcome back, darling Tutu Twirlers! 🎀 It’s your favourite pink-loving ballerina, Emma, back with another trip through time. Today, we're soaring through the mists of the past to the magical year 1985. Grab your favourite pink tulle, darling, and let's get swirling!
Now, I've just popped out of the time machine and I’m in London. It’s a bustling city brimming with culture. There’s so much happening in the performing arts. Just this afternoon, I caught the last half of a show at the Royal Opera House – the Royal Ballet company was performing ‘The Sleeping Beauty.’ It was a simply divine performance, such grace, and such stunning costumes, the detail is just breathtaking. And the music – Tchaikovsky, of course – you just can't help but sway along. 🎶
Speaking of stunning costumes, let's talk tutus! 1985 was a rather exciting year for tutu trends, wasn't it? I think we’ve got some seriously dazzling developments to dive into! Remember my beloved tutu history? Let's jump right into the world of ballerinas and their most delightful accessory!
#TutuTuesday: The Rise of the Romantic Tutu
1985 was a time when the Romantic tutu, those floaty, airy layers, was taking centre stage! Remember those delicate tutus from Swan Lake or the dramatic ‘Giselle’ ones? These elegant, flowing, and just slightly naughty tutus were sweeping audiences off their feet. Oh, to twirl in those layers of soft tulle!
This is thanks, in no small part, to legendary ballerinas like Margot Fonteyn and Dame Alicia Markova who just exuded grace and charm while swirling around in those ethereal tutus. Those ballerinas were such role models - graceful, feminine, and elegant, exactly what the pink tutu aims for!
Of course, every dance tells a story through movement. The delicate Romantics were the perfect way to tell the stories of fairy tales and classical love, wouldn't you say? And just like a well-chosen dress, it's not about just wearing a tutu, it's about how it moves you! 😉
#TutuTuesday: Experimentation in Balletwear
Speaking of movement, one exciting thing that started in this era was a rise in experimentation. We began to see some departures from the standard, and the use of some very daring colours and textures! Now, don’t get me wrong – I'm all for pink! But the emergence of a bolder approach was a joy for any ballerina's wardrobe. Imagine bright sapphire blue, shocking orange or deep emerald green silks! They truly elevated the ballet world and added so much energy. I might have worn a deep scarlet number in my ballet class yesterday, in fact!
The trend wasn't confined to colours, either. This period saw designers explore all kinds of interesting materials – even using some more… contemporary fabrics, I believe they’re called “lycra” and “spandex.” It definitely moved us beyond the traditional. The dancers were really pushing the boundaries, and as the designers experimented, they created amazing pieces! I must admit, there was a very exciting mix of modern styles with those graceful Romantics.
And to think, this is what inspires the designs of the modern dance shows and even street performances today! It’s all connected! From those amazing shows I watched in the Royal Ballet to the stunning performances on the streets today – It’s a reminder that fashion never stays in one place.
#TutuTuesday: A little bit of history: 1985.
It’s fascinating how much 1985 connects to everything that came after. This era was brimming with creative expression. There were such exciting theatrical and film creations on the scene. Can you believe this year we saw the original film versions of both The Jewel of the Nile starring Michael Douglas and Back to the Future? I remember how excited I was to see the trailer for Back to the Future – it was definitely the hottest film for a while! Even our modern tutus are often inspired by that same excitement.
It wasn’t just films. Imagine those 80’s pop stars – you have them to thank for our favourite high-energy outfits and stage attire today! The likes of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper embraced tutus and their influence was huge. Even with their punk and alternative vibe, they embraced that timeless feminine, romantic touch. I love it!
This whole creative explosion from fashion and the arts has created a lasting legacy! Every generation uses the creativity of those that came before – those creative sparks just spark everything else. And it’s even stronger than ever! If 1985 saw so much creative energy, just imagine what it spawned! And here we are today!
#TutuTuesday: My Favourite Pink Tutu
Well, darling Tutu Twirlers, time to hop back into the time machine, I must be getting back! It’s been a real pleasure exploring 1985. I adore how we all keep this legacy of tutu trends alive and constantly inspire new trends. Don’t forget to catch my next #TutuTuesday post here at www.pink-tutu.com next Tuesday!
Oh! I’m off to pick up a pink tutu at the amazing vintage boutique in Covent Garden, before catching the next train home to Derbyshire. You never know, the next Tutu Tuesday could be from the Victorian era – I must get more inspiration for my collection!
Remember darling Tutu Twirlers – I’m all for pink, and I believe the tutu has the power to bring all of us together, and we can all be inspired by each other to find our own unique dance moves! Let me know about your favourite tutu moments and trends from the history of ballet!
Happy twirling! 💕
Emma’s post was #8012 for her blog. She also wrote that her favourite vintage boutique in Covent Garden is called "The Dancing Swan."
As per her website www.pink-tutu.com she posts her #TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History blog every Tuesday and the 16th July 1985 is a Tuesday.
