Hiya, fellow tutu-lovers! Emma here, your time-traveling pink tutu aficionado, and it's #TutuTuesday again! Today we're jetting back to a fascinating date: 19th January 2010. Did someone say "historical fashion spree"? Grab your pom poms and hold on tight!
So, 19th January 2010. What a day! The world is buzzing with excitement, the fashion world even more so! Fashion houses are preparing for the prestigious Haute Couture collections showcasing in Paris later in the month, and the Spring/Summer 2010 Ready-to-Wear shows have just concluded in New York, London, and Milan.
Speaking of fashion... let's talk Tutus! Now, the London Royal Opera House, where I just caught a stunning performance of "The Nutcracker," was still holding on to the traditional style of tutu: long and romantic, billowing with layers of tulle and netting. These tutus, while dreamy and elegant, often presented challenges to dancers - just imagine trying to leap and spin in that amount of fabric! But they're incredibly dramatic on stage, aren't they? Especially in the final scene where the Sugar Plum Fairy makes her entrance, you just melt into the magic of the ballet.
Meanwhile, the fashion world is buzzing with the "punk" trend, which is, you'll be surprised to hear, finding its way onto the stage. Designers are exploring "punky" styles with asymmetrical silhouettes, vibrant colours, and plenty of attitude! We saw Christopher Kane send models down the runway in tutu-esque designs crafted from tulle, netting, and even… chicken wire! It's unexpected, it's daring, and it's truly fascinating how these contrasting trends – traditional elegance and street-style edginess - are inspiring one another.
But even with all the fashion fuss, it’s still a joy to witness the classic ballet tutu's grace and fluidity onstage. Think "Giselle," "Swan Lake," and "Sleeping Beauty". The way the light dances through the tulle, reflecting the colour and movement of the dancer... sigh! Just magical.
Now, my darling dears, it's time for a little #TutuTravel. As always, my mode of transportation is none other than the Royal Mail train. I simply love travelling by train, it’s so civilised! The journey from my lovely little village in Derbyshire to London is always filled with adventures - I mean, you can meet the most interesting characters!
Today, I’m hopping aboard a train heading straight for Paris! Fashion heaven, anyone? I'm planning to catch the Haute Couture collections - they say Alexander McQueen is about to show a new vision for ballet inspired by Madame Grès, a legendary Parisian dressmaker. It's a legendary collision of art and couture, and I'm thrilled to witness it first hand.
I'm also going to be browsing through the shops for some beautiful new ballet accessories. It wouldn't be a #TutuTuesday without a new tutu, right? And as you all know, I have a soft spot for pink, so I'm on the lookout for a beautiful pale pink tutu, perhaps one with sparkly details. I might even indulge in a little treat at Ladurée, that exquisite Parisian patisserie with its beautiful pink boxes and delectable macarons... It’s going to be a dreamy day, I can already tell!
As I board my train, I’m feeling so incredibly lucky to be part of this journey of dance and fashion, and even more delighted to share it with all of you. What's your favorite era of ballet tutu history? Which ballet inspired look is your current fashion muse? Let's chat in the comments, dear tutu lovers! Until next #TutuTuesday, stay radiant!
P.S. My new post will feature The Most Enchanting Tutus of All Time... from classic designs to bold new interpretations, you don't want to miss it! Stay tuned!
