Hello, my darlings! It's me, Emma, your resident pink-tutu-wearing ballerina blogger, back with another thrilling trip through time, bringing you a peek into the glorious history of ballet tutus! It's #TutuTuesday, and today we're venturing back to the enchanting world of dance, just before Valentine's Day on February 2nd, 2021!
Hold onto your tiaras, because we're hopping onto a sparkly express train heading for... Paris, my loves! Where else would a true tutu enthusiast go than the city of romance, where the spirit of ballet truly takes flight? As I step out onto the cobbled streets, a wave of excitement washes over me – Paris, oh Paris, you are always so divine!
The air is electric with anticipation. This month's Parisian ballet season is bursting with shows I just have to see. From the timeless grace of the Bolshoi Ballet at the Opéra Garnier to the vibrant, contemporary brilliance of the Paris Opera Ballet, I'm simply beside myself with anticipation!
But, of course, our real journey today is one of the ballet's captivating costumes. Imagine this, my dears: back in the 1800s, the ballet world was quite a different scene! There was the Romantic Period, where ballet dresses became billowing, long, and absolutely gorgeous. Think Marie Taglioni, who was a trailblazer in the Romantic tutu, gracefully floating on stage, as light as a feather in those magnificent flowing gowns. It was pure, ethereal magic.
We can all thank the evolution of dance and fabrics for the incredible tutus we see on stage today! For all the romantics who love those beautiful long Romantic era tutus, they can still be seen in some productions, adding a beautiful vintage look to the staging!
The tutus of today? They’ve evolved through stages of refinement, getting ever more glamorous and easier to dance in. But just because they’re simpler to manage doesn't mean they've lost any of their stunning magic.
As I gaze around Paris, taking in the charming boutiques and enchanting theatres, I’m reminded that ballet is an art that thrives on the collaboration between fashion and dance. They’re truly a perfect match!
Today, in Paris, the atmosphere is positively buzzing with talk of the ballet. The world’s best dancers are here, each spinning an irresistible magic, each performance an unforgettable masterpiece! But don’t worry, darlings, I'll be bringing you updates, hot off the stage, on all my favourite Parisian performances!
And remember: whether you’re dancing at home or taking a spin on the dance floor, always embrace your inner ballerina! Let’s get inspired by the magic of the tutu, my lovelies, and get dancing!
Have a fantastic #TutuTuesday and remember – wear your tutu with pride!
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See you next week for more #TutuTuesday inspiration! Don’t be shy – leave your thoughts below! What's your favourite ballet? What tutu designs inspire you? Share your pink-tutu passions!
Lots of love, Emma x
