Helloooo darlings! It's your favourite tutu-loving time-travelling ballerina, Emma, back with another #TutuTuesday post. This week, we're taking a twirl back to 1990 and exploring the glorious world of tutus in that dazzling decade!
So, gather round, my lovely tutu enthusiasts, and prepare for a fashion voyage!
First of all, let's acknowledge that 1990 was an absolute masterpiece for tutu history - the world was dancing with style! We were knee-deep in an explosion of colourful fabrics, daring silhouettes, and oh-so-much glitz and glam. If you thought tutus were all just white and frilly, buckle up, because 1990 took the tutus to a whole other level!
You see, dear readers, back then, we had these amazing creations - short tutus! Yes, my friends, these were the original tutu-fashion icons and everyone loved them. From stage to street, they were rocking the short tutus, pairing them with funky jackets, high-tops, and even some spunky leggings! And for me, the ballerina at heart, that just brings the most joyful memories.
Speaking of those incredible short tutus, one thing that truly captivated the world in 1990 was the ballet performance of The Sleeping Beauty by The Royal Ballet. The production was breathtaking, the costumes a visual treat - especially those delightful short tutus! Everyone was talking about them! It was almost like the tutus had a mind of their own - twirling and dancing with elegance and charm. Honestly, I couldn't resist a cheeky peek at a performance or two.
Imagine, ladies, a stunning, glittering, tutu made from the most beautiful fabric and sparkling with exquisite beading, with just enough layers for a dramatic flair. It was everything! Honestly, it made me wish I had been born a little earlier, so I could have worn these iconic beauties myself! But fret not, I make sure to find opportunities to twirl in tutus whenever I travel through time!
1990 wasn't just about dazzling on the stage, either! Streetwear, my darling readers, had been getting bolder and more expressive! Tutus were starting to appear on the streets, bringing that extra dose of glam to outfits everywhere! And who could forget those super cute ballet shoes we used to wear? Imagine pairing them with your favourite tutu and some jazzy leggings. Pure 1990s style, darling!
Honestly, 1990 felt like an ode to tutus. Fashion and ballet were totally intertwined, and even everyday folks like you and me were taking a cue from the graceful world of dance!
And who wouldn't, right? There was something absolutely magical about that time, a sense of individuality, of breaking away from traditions and making your own rules, which included embracing the playful, fun side of fashion with all its glorious tutus! It's all about being bold and expressing yourself!
Remember that quote - “Ballet is an art that speaks a language everyone understands.” That’s the true power of the tutu - to inspire, to create a magical moment, to uplift, to make everyone happy and empowered, just by its twirl.
I have a special message to all you lovely readers out there - “Get those tutus out, darlings, and let's bring the magic of 1990 back to life!”
And now, before we take our final twirl for this #TutuTuesday, I want to share some fun facts that you might enjoy:
- Did you know that on 16th January 1990, *“Vogue” by Madonna* was topping the charts? It was one of the best-selling singles of 1990, making everyone get those dance moves on the floor - perhaps in their own special tutus, right?!
- In January of 1990, The Royal Ballet Company’s The Sleeping Beauty took to the stage, showcasing a magical performance that included some fantastic tutus!
- Remember *“Pretty Woman,” that iconic movie starring Julia Roberts?! That same month, she was taking the box office by storm.
- Also, just a week before, Queen Elizabeth II got on her very first plane! So, I'd say that was a pretty monumental day for all of England!
Remember, darling readers, it's about embracing who we are, embracing our femininity, and spreading joy - because with the help of a little pink tutu magic, we can achieve anything we set our minds to! Until next time, keep those tutus twirling, and let’s create a world where pink tutus are worn by every single person, everywhere!
Love, your Emma!
