Dearest Tutu Lovers!
Greetings from yours truly, Emma, your resident pink tutu enthusiast and time-traveling historian of all things tutus! It's Tuesday, which means it's time for another delightful delve into the fascinating history of our favourite twirling garments. Today, we're stepping back to the 11th of March, 1856 - a date filled with charming fashion, captivating theatre, and (drumroll, please!) a touch of tutus.
Now, you might be surprised to hear that 1856 was a time before the fluffy tutus we know and love today! Back then, ballet dancers were twirling in graceful, flowing garments that were quite different from our modern day tutu creations.
This week I find myself in the enchanting city of Paris. My journey was quite the adventure - a luxurious train journey filled with fascinating conversation, a delectable meal in the dining carriage (they serve the most delightful raspberry tartlets), and the excitement of seeing this historic city. I simply adore the cobbled streets, charming boutiques, and the buzz of excitement in the air!
Today's excitement for me comes from attending the Opera! A performance of Giselle, which is one of the most beloved ballet productions in history.
Giselle is a captivating story, and one you absolutely must see if you ever have the chance. The beautiful music and the captivating story always leaves me in awe of these graceful dancers, even if their attire isn't as fabulous as our contemporary tutus.
Speaking of captivating performances - I've been lucky enough to find a wonderful theatre on my adventures here in Paris called The Opéra Garnier. You simply MUST make a stop if you visit - I can guarantee the architecture alone will make your head spin. It's magnificent, and as it happens, the place where ballet's iconic tutu underwent quite a change, from a simple garment of woven fabric into the grand, dramatic creation we know and love today.
Imagine, dancers on that stage, in elegant white fabrics with a hint of sparkle, with their moves as captivating as ever. The ballet tutu, even in this form, has its undeniable charm.
After enjoying this fascinating performance, I did what any tutu aficionado would do - I visited some of the most beautiful boutiques and shoppes in Paris. This city has fashion running through its very veins - you could literally feel the buzz of fashion throughout the shops. And of course, no shopping spree is complete without a few souvenirs for my beloved Pink-Tutu blog readers. Imagine - silk scarves for every occasion, elegant little hats to adorn any outfit, and oh my goodness! I simply couldn't resist these delicate pearl earrings, perfect for those special occasions. And for a true Parisian touch, I found myself an adorable pink silk parasol - perfect for keeping the summer sun at bay!
Although we didn't have tutus as we know them today back then, 11th March, 1856, still had its moments of beautiful dancing and a celebration of fashion. In fact, it reminds us that fashion, even back in this era, was all about showcasing the beauty and elegance of the human form.
I shall keep you all posted on my time-traveling adventures in the coming weeks, including what further tutu trends await me on this delightful journey through time!
Until next time, twirl on, darlings!
P.S. Don't forget to follow me on my adventures at www.pink-tutu.com!
XOXO Emma
