Helloooo darlings! It's Emma, your friendly neighbourhood tutu enthusiast, here for another dazzling edition of #TutuTuesday! I’m taking you on a whirl through the world of tutus – from the misty cobblestones of Victorian England to the glittering stages of New York, I’m pulling back the curtain on a little piece of dance history that’s very close to my heart. 💕
Now, today I’m feeling extra fancy and travelling all the way back to April 30th, 1991, a year where big hair reigned supreme and the airwaves buzzed with Michael Jackson. I was just a little chick in Derbyshire then, my toes still not quite strong enough to turn out properly, but even then, the enchantment of tutus was already pulling me in. ✨
And, my lovelies, what was happening in the ballet world on this day? Let’s see… Oh, the Royal Opera House, our beloved Covent Garden, was hosting a rather special performance of Giselle, one of my all-time favourites! Just imagining the beautiful swirling tulle and delicate, flowing steps of the iconic second act makes my heart skip a beat! 💓
And don't think for a moment that fashion didn’t take a peek into the magical world of ballet that year! Tutu-inspired trends were definitely gaining traction! Think layered tulle, frilly details, and romantic pastel colours. Fashionistas were incorporating that "ballerina chic" look into their everyday style, and let’s be honest, what’s more elegant than a splash of tutu-inspired flair? 💖
To me, this was a time of incredible change in ballet - there was such a beautiful movement toward a new type of freedom in how stories were told through movement, which translated so gorgeously into fashion and dance alike. The world of ballet wasn't afraid to experiment with the familiar, and to me, it seemed as though every step brought an opportunity for growth, discovery, and maybe even just a teensy tiny pinch of magic! 🪄
My fellow tutu enthusiasts, you know my heart belongs to these timeless masterpieces, and let's face it, wearing a tutu makes everything instantly brighter, even travelling to the past! Right now, I’m sitting at a vintage Parisian cafe with a latte and my very own handmade pastel pink tutu - it matches my pastel polka dot handbag perfectly, of course. It’s all part of a delightful vintage fashion exploration, I must tell you! And trust me, I have my trusty camera with me to capture it all – you’ll have to wait for the blog posts! 📸
I can just imagine those stunning sets at the Royal Opera House! So full of life and color – I’m so tempted to sneak in a quick ballet lesson right in the heart of London. I might even try on a beautiful ballerina-inspired ensemble - let’s just say my vintage shop adventures have taken a very exciting turn. 👠👗 The excitement, it is positively overwhelming!
And since you all love seeing what I'm up to, here's a little teaser of the fantastic costumes I've picked up: a delicate baby blue satin dance dress with a full, sweeping skirt of the most delightful, pale-blue tulle. My oh my! Imagine dancing on stage under a single spotlight in this beauty! Just thinking about it makes me feel positively…enchanted. 💖
Right, darlings! It’s getting rather late here, but the train home awaits, and I’ll have stories of another exciting day to tell. Remember to stay tuned for all the exciting discoveries! What stories of tutus do you have from this time? I'd love to hear them! Comment down below and let’s keep spreading that tutu magic together. 🥰
And lastly, my sweet little tutu lovers! I just love a great ballet performance - it gives me such an adrenaline rush. I find these fantastic pieces to pay for my time-traveling journeys – let's just say my pink tutus are working hard! 😅💖
Until next time, love,
Emma xoxo
