Celebrating International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a vibrant celebration held each year, shining a spotlight on the incredible women's rights movement. This year Allegro has put together collections created to match the energy of five legendary women in dance. You can learn more about each dancer below. IWD is a day of celebration that also empowers us to confront essential issues like gender equality, reproductive rights, and the urgent need to combat violence against women.
Katherine Dunham
Known for her fusion of cultural dance forms with ballet and modern techniques, Dunham revolutionized dance with her vibrant, rhythmic, and powerful performances. Vibrant colors such as sunset orange, turquoise, and deep plum reflect her dynamic energy and cultural heritage.
Martha Graham
The pioneer of modern dance in America, known for her powerful, dramatic choreography and minimalist costume style. Colors that remind us of this iconic dancer are earthy tones like deep red, black, and beige, reflecting her raw, grounded style.
Raven Wilkinson
One of the first African American women to dance with a major ballet company, the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, known for her perseverance and grace despite facing racial discrimination. Her classical costumes included deep burgundy and gold, representing richness and strength, with accents of ivory for balance. This collection pays homage to Raven Wilkinson’s impact on ballet, celebrating her legacy of breaking barriers while maintaining a sense of classical beauty.
Pina Bausch
A groundbreaking choreographer and dancer, known for her theatrical, emotional works. Reflecting her moody aesthetics, her collection features muted palettes of grays, dusty blues, and soft pinks.
Margot Fonteyn
Celebrated for her elegance, refinement, and legendary partnership with Rudolf Nureyev. Known for roles like Aurora in *The Sleeping Beauty* and Giselle. Reminiscent of her romantic and classical roles, this collection features soft blush pink, lavender, and gold accents. As well as additional elements of subtle lace or floral embroidery on the bodice, evoking the delicate beauty of her performances.
Let’s stand together and uplift each other!
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