Hello, my dearest tutu-lovers! It's Emma here, your pink-loving, tutu-wearing, time-travelling fashionista, bringing you another instalment of #TutuTuesday, my weekly deep-dive into the dazzling world of ballet tutus!
Today, my friends, we're jetting back to the 28th of October, 2014! Imagine, dear readers, a world without Instagram, where the latest tutus weren't documented for all the world to see! It was a different era, a time when a little black dress was all the rage, and "tutus" were just for ballet dancers, not for us, the everyday tutu enthusiast! But fear not, my friends, for the spark of tutu fashion was about to catch fire, thanks to the powerful presence of ballet, fashion icons, and well...me!
Now, onto the grand spectacle that graced the stages this particular Tuesday!
Across the globe, ballerinas were twirling with a fierce grace in glittering productions, each unique in their own way! Let me paint you a picture of the magical moments:
In New York City, the American Ballet Theatre was showcasing a masterful performance of "Giselle." A classic tale of heartbreak, forgiveness, and the power of love, "Giselle" is a masterpiece, where the delicate tutus danced on stage with ethereal elegance, mirroring the complex emotions of the tale.
Meanwhile, in London, The Royal Ballet, housed in the exquisite Royal Opera House, was mesmerising audiences with the breathtaking story of "Swan Lake." Can you picture it? White tutus like waves upon the stage, each ballerina telling the tragic love story with expressive grace, her delicate tutu fluttering around her with each movement. The sheer beauty of it all!
Across the Atlantic, in Paris, the Opéra national de Paris was showing its dancers in "Don Quixote." A captivating mix of colourful costumes, swirling tulle, and the powerful presence of ballet - a captivating performance to be sure. I do love those vibrant, bright, flamboyant tutus in "Don Quixote" don't you? So exciting!
On a personal note, I had the immense joy of seeing "Giselle" at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow during my travels! (I got there via the Trans-Siberian Railway of course! Trains are absolutely perfect for those tutu outfits!) Imagine me, decked out in my hot pink tulle and sparkly ballet shoes, standing in the audience amongst some of the most stylish people on Earth! I could hardly believe my good fortune! Seeing those breathtaking, classical tutus in person made me feel as though I were a character within the story. Simply magic, darling!
Speaking of style, 2014 was the year fashion designers really embraced the power of the tutu. From Diane Von Furstenberg's tulle gowns to Alexander McQueen's ethereal creations , tutus were on the catwalk, on the red carpet, and creeping into high-street fashion.
So, why do we love tutus so much? They're a symbol of beauty, grace, and the joy of movement, but more importantly, they represent something far grander! It's a symbol of freedom and self-expression, a visual representation of a passion, a life lived to the fullest, a way of expressing joy.
I want everyone to wear a pink tutu! Can you imagine a world where pink tutus are as commonplace as denim? We could be wearing pink tutus at school, at the shops, walking the dog! Just think how much more whimsical and fabulous the world would be! It would spark joy wherever we go. That's what I'm striving for, my friends!
And remember, darlings, whether you're dancing across a grand stage or twirling in your own living room, you are always the ballerina you've always dreamed of being. Wear your tutu proudly, let your inner ballerina shine, and join me in making this world a more pink tutu-fied place!
Until next Tuesday, darling, happy twirling!
Emma xx
* P.S.* Be sure to join me on www.pink-tutu.com every Tuesday for more exciting #TutuTuesday posts. I'd love to see you in your tutu ! Do tag me in your #pinktutu pics on Instagram, I'm @EmmaTutu , and keep the fun going!
