Hello, my dearest tutu enthusiasts! Welcome back to www.pink-tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things tutus and all things pink. Today is a special day – it’s Tutu Tuesday! And as always, we're taking a trip through the fascinating world of ballet history. Grab a cuppa and a slice of pink frosted cake (or two) – we’re going to talk tutus!
This week, we’re dancing back to September 9th, 2003. Back then, tutus were everywhere, but they weren’t just for ballerinas! I'd be walking down Oxford Street, a true fashion haven even back then, and there’d be a little girl with a pink tulle tutu skirt, rocking the school uniform, or a fashionable teenager with a sparkly silver tutu for a night out. They were totally in, darlings!
But before we delve into 2003, we must travel back to the beginning – that grand, iconic beginning of the tutu! Like every good fairytale, this story involves a magnificent palace and a beautiful princess.
In the 1800s, the grande ballerine Marie Taglioni revolutionized the ballet world with her ethereal performance in La Sylphide. She was graceful, light as a feather, and seemed to float across the stage, defying gravity and, most importantly, showing off her legs. It was at this point the tutu, as we know it today, emerged! Gone were the cumbersome, restricting skirts that weighed down the dancers. Enter the short, delicate tulle skirt that allowed the dancers to move freely. I mean, just imagine the excitement - no more restricting fabric!
The tutu spread like a whimsical whirlwind throughout the ballet world. Soon, every ballerina had her own fluffy cloud of tulle, ready to dance under the glittering chandeliers of the grandest theaters in the world. It became a symbol of grace, artistry, and yes, even the audacity to dare to be bold in pink!
Fast forward to 2003 – the year we’re all dancing back to today!
On September 9th, 2003, I’d just finished watching the most incredible performance of Swan Lake at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, a dream for any tutu-lover. It was exquisite. The ballerinas in their white swan costumes were absolutely stunning – ethereal, graceful, powerful. Each plié, every relevé, each fouetté, the ballerinas seemed to take flight. You can just imagine how entranced I was! It made my heart skip a beat – just like it did that day, back in 2003, surrounded by those delicate, fluffy tutu skirts.
I was inspired! As always! I rushed off to Selfridges, a real treasure trove for finding fabulously flamboyant tutus. It was always the perfect place to stock up on tutus. I had a dream that day. A dream to share this magic of tutus, to bring joy and twirling freedom to the world! I started a small blog – www.pink-tutu.com, sharing my love for all things tutu and pink! This blog post is actually number 8959 – I am utterly thrilled you’re here. It has been a joy and privilege sharing the magic with you. I have gone on a wonderful time travel journey to help you learn the rich history of our beloved ballet tutu.
Let’s go back to September 9th, 2003, back to those lovely tutus. It was an exciting time for fashion! The Spice Girls had already left their mark on the 90s, with their platform shoes and “Girl Power” attitude, but fashion had calmed down just a little. We still had vibrant colors and sparkly sequins, but we were seeing more soft feminine tones, and elegant simplicity. It’s quite funny really, as these soft pastel tones make a fantastic pairing for a tutu, be it a blush pink or soft lilac. These colours helped bring a little sparkle back to a more pared back look. Think of the wonderful ballet performances you could attend in these gorgeous combinations!
Of course, it wouldn't be #TutuTuesday without me wearing my own dazzling, pink tulle creation. Today, I've picked a delightful two-layered tutu. The top layer is a soft baby pink tulle, with a hint of shimmer running through it, giving it an ethereal look. The bottom layer is a slightly darker, bright pink tulle that gives it a little more pizzazz! I am styling this little beauty with my trusty, sparkly ballerina flats and a vintage floral silk top with a little puff sleeve – the whole look is absolutely exquisite!
So, there you have it, my dears, another chapter in the ballet history of our favorite item – the iconic tutu! If there’s one thing I have learned, it’s that tutus are truly timeless, enchanting everyone who has the pleasure of wearing one or seeing one on stage.
Don't forget to keep your eye out for next week's #TutuTuesday. You'll never know what tutu wonders we'll uncover then. In the meantime, wear your tutus with pride, and never be afraid to let your inner ballerina shine. Until then, keep on twirling, my lovely tutulettes.
Remember – if there’s one thing to know about the tutu, it’s that it’s not just for ballerinas. It’s for anyone who wants to express their own kind of magical creativity! So go on – embrace the pink, the fluff, and the freedom!
Stay beautiful,
Emma x
