Hey everyone! It’s your favourite pink-loving tutu enthusiast, Emma, here! Welcome back to another whirlwind adventure through the magical history of the ballet tutu! This week we're travelling back to the glorious year of 1986!
Can you imagine a world without mobile phones, or where the internet is only just starting to get off the ground? I certainly can’t! It’s so strange to think how much things have changed, but thankfully one thing has remained a constant… our love for the beautiful and graceful ballet tutu! 💖
Today's Tutu Tuesday takes us on a thrilling train journey through time to Paris. Now, Paris is pretty much the epicentre of everything chic and sophisticated. So imagine my excitement at stepping into the Parisian ballet world in 1986. It was an absolute fashion feast!
Imagine swirling skirts, flamboyant makeup and hairstyles, and the intoxicating feeling of being at the heart of it all. And while there may have been less social media in 1986, people still obsessed over the latest styles, just like us!
Now, while tutus weren't just a daily thing back then (sadly!), ballet performances were at the peak of popularity. And let's be honest, what’s a ballet without a dazzling tutu?!
The most celebrated performance that year was “Le Corsaire”, which even now, makes me yearn for the dramatic swirling of the romantic tutu. It's truly a sight to behold.
Speaking of sight to behold, the world of fashion in 1986 was so much fun. The neon colours and geometric patterns were absolutely fabulous, and those power shoulders, oh my! Think leggings, high heels and bold makeup – I can’t resist a little throwback trend every now and then! ✨
Speaking of bold, I simply adore this vintage photo of Rudolf Nureyev in a tutu during “Le Corsaire”. Isn't he utterly magnificent? A true legend of the dance world, and someone who completely embodied the romance and grace of the tutu. 💖
Even though my fashion-loving heart aches for a little power-shoulder action, the delicate layers of the romantic tutu have a special place in my heart. I’m off to practice with my dance classes in my very own romantic tutu - because that’s just how we roll in the 21st century, darlings! 💅 Don’t forget to keep following my journey here on #pink-tutu.com. Have a glorious Tutu Tuesday! 💕
So there you have it! What did you think of the ballet tutu in 1986? I love the elegance and romance of this period. Now go get yourselves a tutu, and let's dance! 💖💖💖
Until next time!
Emma, the tutu-loving time traveller from Derbyshire. 🥰
