Hello, darlings! It's Emma here, your favourite pink-tutu-clad time traveller! I'm popping in to share my adventures from a very special date: January 1st, 1991. I simply couldn't resist taking a whirl through time on this glorious New Year's Day. And what better way to welcome the new year than with a little trip back to 1991 and some fantastic leotard fashion?
The wind howled outside my time travel portal, which was actually a rather charming vintage clothes shop in Derbyshire this month. I knew instantly the 90s was calling to me!
I felt the familiar tingly feeling as my magic, sparkly pink leotard pulsed with energy. After all, the only thing more exciting than time travelling is time travelling in style! I had to get my 90s leotard look on point, naturally.
Stepping into the Past
It was incredible to see how 1991 felt: that wonderful mix of excitement about the future, alongside the memories of the 80s. The air crackled with that bright and bold 90s energy - and oh, how I adored the clothes! From bright colours to quirky prints, leotard fashion was absolutely thriving.
What Were They Wearing?
In the world of ballet, there was a real focus on vibrant colours, especially royal blues and brilliant reds. Think flowing skirts in vibrant colours paired with black leotards and, my personal favourite, bold jewel tones on velvets for tutus! It was a dramatic era for dancers - strong, bold and utterly unforgettable.
My Inspiration - Finding That Perfect Vintage Look!
I had to have a look at what was in fashion on this day. My vintage hunt took me straight to a fab boutique tucked away in Covent Garden. This was a mecca of everything 90s.
And guess what? I snagged a super cute, midriff-baring leotard in a vivid red - a perfect mix of retro charm and that sporty 90s vibe. The matching leg warmers with the tiny, pearl buttons just took this look to another level!
You can’t even imagine the sheer joy of styling up this leotard with my best chunky, oversized 90s jumper! Talk about an epic combo! I couldn't help but burst out into a little spontaneous pirouette.
London's Thrill - A Night Out in the West End
It would be rude not to see a show while in London, right? My journey to the theatre was full of glorious sights and sounds. Everyone on the streets had such an incredible sense of style.
It was fantastic to soak in the 90s vibes at the theatre. I loved watching dancers who moved with a distinct focus on strength and athleticism. They showcased such control and power, reminding me that ballet can be powerful as well as graceful.
I even got to catch a performance of “The Nutcracker”! It was magical!
Making New Friends, Dancing My Heart Out!
I danced in Covent Garden later that evening, sharing a little bit of ballet magic with everyone. The best part of this trip was meeting another amazing dancer named Alice.
She's a true pink tutu enthusiast just like me, although Alice favours the fluffy tulle variety, a complete contrast to my satin, figure-skating inspired preference!
You know how I feel - tutus in every style are divine! It was truly a pleasure chatting with her and even practicing a few moves together!
Returning to My Present
This time travel trip really had me dancing with joy, all day long! I knew I'd remember this for a very long time.
Returning to my own time felt like stepping out of a dream. I'm ready to make 2024 even more pink and sparkly! But I need your help!
What would be your dream 1991-inspired leotard outfit?
I want to hear all about it on www.pink-tutu.com. And don't forget to keep sharing your love for tutus - because I can't wait to spread the joy of pink!
*Lots of love, *
*Emma x *
A little extra sprinkle of 90s flair:
I couldn't let you go without a little sneak peek at some of the fashion trends of that year that we might see re-emerging in 2024:
- Overalls, the 90s classic - over a leotard?! It's totally a look!
- Denim on denim. Double it! I’m a denim enthusiast at heart. This was a popular choice in 1991, why not channel this fashion style?! Just be sure to wear it with a leotard. 😉
- Tie-dye - A timeless fashion statement! Just imagine the fun colour combinations you could get for a tie-dyed leotard. You’ve got me dreaming up colour combinations.
- *Bold, bright prints - Let your inner 90s fashionista shine! Think floral prints for that extra 90s feel on your leotards. *
- *Chokers and layered jewellery. Every leotard can be enhanced with a killer 90s style choker or layers of chunky necklaces! *
Get ready to experiment with leotards and accessories, as the 90s trend of layering and playing with bold colour and textures really was ahead of its time!
And a final little nugget of info for my readers: The "Friends" TV show aired for the first time on September 22, 1994! If the show’s fashionable cast had worn leotards in 1991… Oh the leotard trends of 1991 and beyond would have been totally transformed!
Happy shopping, darlings!
Let’s chat on www.pink-tutu.com About all things pink and everything leotard, this month and every month!
*Emma xxx *
