#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1987-10-06

Hello, darlings! Welcome back to another glorious #TutuTuesday adventure, brought to you live and in pink from the whimsical world of www.pink-tutu.com! This week, my time machine is set to a most magnificent date - 6th October 1987. Buckle up, because we're about to travel back in time to a decade bursting with colour, frills, and of course, TUTUS! 🎉

As usual, my trusty travel companion - my signature pink tutu, a beautiful piece with layers of delicate tulle - is ready for the trip. You see, I'm not just a blogger, I'm a bit of a historian, with a special passion for the history of the tutu, darling. That's why I time-travel! (Don't ask me how, it's a secret. I do have to confess, it all started with a few strategically placed donations to some very generous ballet companies! wink wink 😉)

So, back to 1987. The world was a slightly different place back then. Big hair, shoulder pads, and those fabulously tight, colourful leggings were all the rage. But something was brewing in the world of ballet... something revolutionary! 💅

This week, 1987 is all about "New Romanticism in Ballet"! Oh, you might say this style of ballet is like a fluffy, elegant cloud of artistic creativity, bringing back classic ballets with a modern twist, darling! It's like... taking the delicate beauty of Swan Lake, but giving it a vibrant new spin!

And it just so happens, my dearest readers, that I’m particularly excited about this, as this is also the era of the legendary Mikhail Baryshnikov! 😱 (squeal!). His presence alone is enough to make any ballet lover swoon. This incredibly talented dancer, with his masterful leaps and grace, was defining this New Romanticism, and it's all about taking the grand, romantic ballets and pushing the boundaries - adding dramatic choreography, with dynamic use of the entire stage, not just the centre! Think of it as giving classic ballet the '80s make-over!

Oh! But that's not all, darling! Natalia Makarova, a ballerina known for her artistry and captivating beauty, also danced her heart out around this time. Talk about stunning! And this particular Tuesday is packed with cultural events that will bring joy to every ballet fanatic! I must confess, the train journey just from my hometown of Derbyshire to the theatre district is already full of exciting glimpses into the zeitgeist! (Oh! the joy of the changing fashions, the shops bursting with new designs, even the street fashion makes this trip exciting! )

So, to all you fashion-conscious, history-loving, and tutu-adoring angels, stay tuned! We'll be looking back at some of the most stunning tutus of 1987, the hottest ballet performances, and everything in between! 💅

And now for a little fun fact, my lovely lovelies: Did you know, that 1987 was the year of "The Phantom of the Opera," the longest running musical on Broadway?! Can you imagine all the dramatic costumes, the glamorous tutus worn in the Ballet scenes in the show, oh! What a delight it was for me to see it back then! The sheer amount of elaborate tutus on show made my heart beat faster - like a perfectly placed fouetté, darling! 😉

Now, to share a bit of myself with you, my dear readers! Just before boarding the time-machine to 1987, I stopped at the grandest, most lavish, pink boutique in London, to stock up on some truly exquisite tulle. My latest acquisition, you ask? A gorgeous tutu with three layers of pink netting - perfect for the ballroom-themed events that await. 🩰

Time-Travelling Fashion Tip for your Tuesday outing, darling! Remember that big, romantic look from the 1980s? Why not try some layered lace and frills for an extra dose of vintage romance, maybe even some sparkling earrings?! Think 1980s glamour - a bit of glitter never hurts, darlings!

Alright, now let's get to some 1987 ballet gossip! Here are some events happening on October 6, 1987 - things you would have spotted in the ballet news or heard buzzing around town.

• The New York City Ballet is putting on "Agon", "Liebeslieder Walzer", and "Symphony in C." Just seeing those names shimmers like an intricate ballerina sequence! Can you just imagine the beauty and the passion in these shows? 😍

• The Royal Ballet was staging "Cinderella" in London, which just happened to feature Darcey Bussell. Talk about a show-stopping combination! This would be the hottest ticket in London! I myself attended one of the shows - absolutely spectacular, the crowd was roaring with appreciation. ✨

  And remember! *Just because it's 1987, it doesn't mean the passion for ballet has gone *anywhere. People all over the world are embracing it, in all its beauty! Remember - your tutu doesn't care if it's 1987, 2024, or any other time in the timeline, darlings, it's simply perfect **every single day!

So, get ready to whirl, twirl, and swoon, my lovelies. Tune in next Tuesday for another exciting journey back in time!

With love, hugs, and endless amounts of tulle,

Emma 💕