Hello my darlings! It’s Emma here, your favourite pink-tutu-clad time-travelling ballerina blogger, bringing you another fabulous #TutuTuesday! Today, we’re taking a little trip back in time to October 2nd, 2001. I’m wearing a blush pink tutu that would have made me right at home at any soirée that year - a bit pouffy, a bit sweet, but oh so elegant!
I’m a little sad to tell you that this year, the news cycle was pretty heavy, filled with what everyone seemed to call "the war on terror." It made me so sad to see that there’s so much hurt in the world. Honestly, a bit of dancing would be just the thing to take everyone’s mind off things, don’t you think? But there was good news too, so let’s focus on that!
Let’s dive right into this trip back in time, shall we? Remember how much I love taking the train? Well, on this particular Tuesday, 2001, a lovely lady named Janet Jackson was at the very first UK concert ever at the Wembley Arena! And to get there, she took the tube! So even with the world feeling a little unsteady, we had the glorious Miss Jackson sharing her music with us. Now that’s something to celebrate!
This time around, I didn’t manage to catch any shows - imagine that! All my performances took me back to different time periods, so I didn’t make it to Wembley that night! You know me, I’m always running around, doing my thing.
But never fear! Just because I wasn’t dancing, doesn't mean you won't get some fashion insights. This particular date, it was all about The Sopranos! They had the season 3 premiere, and it seemed like every outfit in the show had something I could bring back to the future. Remember those killer fitted suits, my darlings? Oh, they’re just begging to be paired with a fabulous pink tutu, wouldn’t you say?
Of course, no look is complete without some serious hair inspiration. We were definitely rocking the big-volume look in 2001, especially if you were a woman of style! So remember, just a few strategically placed curls or pin curls, and you can get that classic look for any party. Or, you could, you know, just buy a big fluffy wig. Honestly, that's just always the answer!
Speaking of fun times and celebrations, October 2nd, 2001 was the last night of the Nottingham Fringe festival! It was filled with art, performances, and creative talent! I love it when cities embrace the creative spirit and put on a little something extra to showcase their talents! What a beautiful, vibrant, and welcoming city Nottingham was!
And that wasn’t all! In 2001, London was going nuts for their Royal Opera House production of Aida! I may not have been in London, but my ears sure did get a little flutter from all the beautiful, beautiful music I heard. You know how much I love opera. Oh, what would my life be without a good, solid dose of beautiful music, a stunning set, and the powerful expressions of emotion? A true joy.
But even if I was far from London, it was just such a joy to know that opera, one of my all-time favourite things, was thriving! Did I mention opera is my absolute favourite? There is nothing that compares to opera - I’ve even heard it’s where ballet itself was born. We are so lucky to have these wonderful traditions carried on from generation to generation!
Now, just imagine my little pink-tutu heart if I were in the Royal Opera House right this very minute. A fantastically fluffy pink tutu and those dramatic Italian notes! Pure perfection, if you ask me. And we all know how much I love drama! A girl who loves a tutu, loves some drama!
But my dearest tutu enthusiasts, the past wasn't the only place where beautiful things were happening. This year, you could actually walk onto the real set of a very well-known movie. That’s right, the folks at Harry Potter released Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, and folks, it was HUGE! A real film set experience in the real world. That’s so incredibly exciting! A place for imagination to bloom and dreams to come to life.
All this while, we had some seriously wonderful music to keep us moving and grooving. It was truly a beautiful year to be a music fan! And wouldn't you know it, our darling Christina Aguilera released her album Stripped. It was just pure joy. A reminder to me of all the beautiful female singers out there inspiring all the future artists - it makes me proud to be a ballerina!
Remember to visit my website at www.pink-tutu.com and leave your favourite ballet-inspired outfits for me in the comments section! Maybe I can time-travel and go see those shows! As I’m still planning my next trip back in time, if you have a particular show or event I absolutely must see let me know!
So there you have it! The fabulous, stylish, and dramatic world of October 2nd, 2001. A time full of fun, inspiration, and just a bit of magic. And remember, a tutu is always appropriate. Especially in pink! So, grab your pink tutu and your biggest smile, my darlings. Because in the end, all we have is this beautiful world to enjoy and dance in. Until next Tuesday, may all your tutus be fluffy and all your performances fabulous. Keep your dreams pink and your smiles bright!
