Hello darlings, it's Emma here from Derbyshire, England, ready to take you on another extraordinary adventure with Magic Meg, my sparkly pink Shire horse, to the world of ballet history!
I know, you are probably all dying to hear all about my amazing, super glamorous time-travel outing! And don't worry, you are in for a treat! This month, I am going to whisk you all away to 11 November 1877, right in the heart of Paris. It was an absolute whirlwind, and I can't wait to share all the dazzling details with you.
This month, my rucksack, always adorned with beautiful pink ribbons, is overflowing with snippets of French history, theatre posters, and whispers of ballerinas past. I promise, my loves, you won't want to miss this one.
Time Travel Tuesday with Magic MegEvery time, I get the same sense of excitement and wonder when I get on Magic Meg. She knows exactly what I'm thinking; I barely need to say a word! Just a gentle kick with my pink-suede boots and off we gallop - in this case, straight back to Paris 1877. The smell of fresh croissants and freshly baked bread mingled with the excitement of the theatre – the energy is so intoxicating! It is, quite frankly, magical!
You know what really caught my eye, darlings, it was the absolute fashion scene! And, believe me, I know fashion. It's everywhere I go! The women of 1877 were absolutely rocking their crinolines and bustles, showing off their amazing corsets and long, flowing gloves. They had some very striking outfits that were surprisingly comfortable, especially considering the hoops and the length! It seems even back then, ladies, it was all about being fashion forward!
Paris OpéraI'll admit, this Parisian ballot wasn't for the faint of heart. My main target? To soak in as much Parisian dance energy as possible! The Paris Opéra had just finished a run of La Somnambule by Eugène Scriabine, but alas, we were a little too late! They were gearing up for *La Source, by Léo Delibes! * That was so thrilling; a brand-new ballet about a forest nymph.
It is still quite the famous ballet today and was a massive hit in its day. A bit of trivia for you, the famous *Célestine Galli-Marié *became the ballerina that gave life to the character of *Nymphéa. * Now there's a beautiful ballerina name! I thought of creating an exclusive 'Nymphea Pink' shade just for you, my dearies, but that will have to be saved for another day. The dress rehearsals had an infectious excitement. You can imagine the buzz around this beautiful new ballet – it felt like everyone was talking about it, and you know how I love to see a bit of excitement in the air!
The Ballerinas: Style icons of 1877My favourite thing about these visits is always getting to catch glimpses of the lovely ballerinas! The 19th century ballerinas had such striking style and elegance; I loved watching them at work during the rehearsals. In 1877, ballerinas, like all fashionable women, loved wearing soft-pink satin shoes. They also adored adding those gorgeous little frills and embellishments that truly elevated the feminine style of their dress. There's nothing better than pink-hued ballet shoes, just divine, darling!
That pink! It simply screams femininity and grace! Don't you agree?
My darlings, we really need to get you into your pink tutus! You will make your hearts feel all warm and bubbly with joy, and honestly, who doesn't want to have a warm and bubbly heart! It makes you look more feminine. Just imagine how divine you would look dancing in the shimmering pink tulle, your delicate little hands waving around you. So beautiful and delicate, right?
Of course, I never go without wearing my favourite pink tulle, the one with all the dazzling sequins. That pink tutu is simply my muse, helping me channel that divine feminine spirit everywhere I go, even in my travels through time.
The dress was one of the many, many fascinating elements of this beautiful era. I even snagged an original drawing of Mme Marie Taglioni, another well-loved ballerina, wearing a soft, billowing white tulle dress with the most exquisite, hand-sewn lace trimming! You should see how I managed to tuck that little treasure into my leather rucksack; It took some doing, darling, but it's in my possession. A true collector's item!
Paris Ballet Fashion: 1877Just imagine if they had the glorious selection of pink tutus we have today! Pink! It is everything! Just like you ladies and gentlemen have probably been dreaming about your pink tutu now you need one!
Do not get me started on the fabrics! I adore all things pretty and feminine, and 1877 in Paris didn't disappoint, it's just one giant, beautiful fabric shop! The finest silks, velvets, and chiffons! All hand-stitched with the utmost attention to detail!
The ballet performers were true showstoppers with their soft pink satins, the velvet of their shoes – everything had a certain level of elegance. These costumes, from the smallest detail to the most glamorous gowns, they spoke of femininity, a beauty that just sings out!
The ballerinas I saw looked like absolute dolls, and honestly, that's a good thing, isn't it?
Just think, darling! How amazing would the Paris Opéra look with every single ballerina performing in pink tutus! It would be simply magical.
Don't forget my loves; I want every single one of you to wear pink! The tutus. It is our call to show the world the incredible power of femininity. It is the pink, darling, that holds it all together, it is the pink that brings us all together.
And this, my loves, is precisely why we are on a pink tutu mission! Let's start our movement today!
Remember, darling, that a pink tutu is so much more than just an outfit – it's a symbol, a statement and a way to express that incredible, dazzling femininity. Let's change the world one pink tutu at a time, and bring more beautiful, pink colour into this lovely world!
To keep the ballet magic flowing, be sure to hop onto my site, www.pink-tutu.com, for more exciting adventures with my sparkly pink horse, Magic Meg, and more of the extraordinary world of pink!
