Hiya, darlings! It's your favourite pink tutu-wearing, time-travelling blogger, Emma, back with another fabulous edition of Tutu Tuesday! This week, we're whizzing back in time to 21st February 1989, a date that's full of ballet brilliance, iconic tutus, and a whole lot of fashion fun!
Hold onto your tiaras, ladies, because this trip down memory lane is going to be utterly delightful. 😉
As you all know, I adore tutus. And if there's one thing I love even more than tutus, it's exploring the glorious history of dance and the iconic costumes that grace the stage. Now, you might think that tutus are a recent invention, something that sprung up in the last few decades, but oh darling, that's so not the case! Tutus have a rich history, evolving over centuries to become the iconic symbol of ballet we know and love today.
Speaking of iconic tutus, 21st February 1989 marked a special occasion: the Royal Opera House in London hosted a performance of "Swan Lake." The performance, of course, featured the iconic white tutus worn by the corps de ballet, a visual reminder of the pure and graceful swans they represent. Can you imagine, darlings, being a dancer swirling and gliding on stage in those beautiful white tutus, creating an ethereal dream for the audience?
However, tutus weren't confined to the grand stages of ballet, darling. In 1989, fashion embraced the tutu's undeniable appeal. There were tutus galore on the runways, and the iconic dancewear became a symbol of femininity and playful elegance. From tutus with extravagant embellishments to simpler, more streamlined designs, tutus were everywhere. Designers took inspiration from the classical elegance of ballet to create both sophisticated eveningwear and playful street fashion.
And oh, let's talk street fashion! Did you know that, darling, a little-known fact, tutus were already making their mark on the street? They were being used in a casual, carefree way. It was quite a fascinating time to see the elegant silhouette of a tutu finding a home in a more casual world!
So what can you do on this very special #TutuTuesday, you ask?
Well, why not dress the part, darlings! Whip out your favourite tutu (I always recommend a bright pink one!) and strut your stuff. Maybe even a little twirl on the train platform or during a casual walk through your town – after all, a bit of ballerina chic never hurts! You can get creative with a simple, layered tutu or make a statement with a grand, theatrical design, you are a shining star and can make it all come alive. Be the ballerina you are at heart, darlings, be bold and wear that tutu with pride!
I love seeing what you’re all wearing. If you're sporting your tutu, make sure you snap a pic and tag #TutuTuesday! Let's get that tutu love going all over social media! 💖
And hey, if you’re ever in Derbyshire, England, darling, you can find me at one of the local dance classes, sharing some tutu love and teaching new routines with some fantastic local dancers. A little bit of ballet practice does wonders for the soul. ✨
Well, darlings, it's time to hop back onto my time machine, or shall I say my vintage carriage (with matching pink tutu pillows of course!) Join me next week, for more fabulous tutu adventures!
Stay gorgeous, darlings, and remember,
"Life's too short to wear a boring tutu." - Emma 💖
