#TutuTuesday Ballet Tutu History on 1989-03-21

Hello, my darlings! It’s Emma here, back for another trip through time to delve into the wondrous history of the ballet tutu. This week, we're taking a spin on the dance floor to March 21st, 1989, and oh my, are we in for a treat! I feel so, so glamorous this morning, my pink tutu swishing about like a butterfly in a springtime breeze, just itching to tell you all about what’s happening in the world of dance.

Travelling through time is always an adventure, especially in this glorious pink tulle creation. I caught the 7am train to the City, feeling like the most fashionable thing on four wheels!

1989… what a year! We’ve got Mikhail Baryshnikov waltzing across the stage, the London Palladium brimming with the magic of 'The Phantom of the Opera', and let’s not forget, my dears, the most wonderful things happening in the ballet world - we have The Royal Ballet giving their stunning performance of "Sleeping Beauty," The Bolshoi wowing audiences with their production of "Swan Lake," and the American Ballet Theatre showcasing the beauty of "Giselle" - a veritable kaleidoscope of talent and grace!

Oh, and did I tell you, my dears, about the delightful new fashion craze? Pointed ballet flats are taking the world by storm, even celebrities are ditching their high heels for this comfy and elegant option! This shows that ballet’s influence reaches far beyond the stage - a fantastic testament to the allure of those tiny pink satin slippers! I simply must grab myself a pair, darling. Tutu and ballet flats, just think of it, pure bliss!

But hold on, hold on! This isn’t a fashion blog (although I adore those delightful little ballet flats!), I’m here for my beloved tutus! Now, where was I… Oh, right, 1989! Our tutus are in full swing, and I can feel a glorious sense of evolution! More and more designs are emerging, breaking the mold of the classic romantic tutu, daring to experiment, but always with grace and artistry. It’s like watching a beautiful butterfly unfold its wings, spreading them wide to show off every stunning detail, every fluttering shade!

Think sparkles, think ribbons, think bold shapes… the designers of 1989 aren’t afraid to push the boundaries, but they're still anchored in that beautiful ballet spirit - they embrace fluidity, elegance, and an effortless, captivating allure. I see an upcoming dance-a-thon in my future… A giant tutu fashion parade of the 80s and 90s! It's just waiting to be born.

And I'm going to bring it to life! You know, it’s times like these, witnessing such artistic expression - from the graceful ballerina leaping on the stage to the stunning costumes that envelop them in pure beauty - that remind me why I wear my pink tutu with pride! I love how it captures the joy and grace of ballet. It’s a beacon, a statement, a whisper to the world: “Look! This is beauty! This is the spirit of ballet!”

Tutus are magic, they make us dream.

We all need a touch of whimsy in our lives, wouldn't you agree, dears? So don’t be afraid to let your inner ballerina fly! Go on, spin in your favourite dress, skip around in your little ballerina skirt, or even find a tutu at the local shop – you might just surprise yourself with the fun you can have!

Remember, darlings, this is my blog, pink-tutu.com, where we celebrate the magic and history of the tutu! Check in every Tuesday for your dose of tutu history! And, as always, please share your love of the tutu in the comments below.

Until next time, my dears, wear your pink tutu proudly!

Emma