Hello my darlings! It's Emma here, back from another whirl through the cosmos with my trusty spaceship and a whole suitcase full of the most fabulous pink tutus! This week's adventure takes us to… Planet Earth! That's right, my home planet! And to celebrate, we're diving deep into the vibrant world of Earthly ballet, where tutu-licious dreams meet graceful steps.
(If you're wondering where the name "Pink Tutu World" comes from, it's basically me, in a nutshell - or shall I say, a pink tutu, ahem, shell!)
Anyway, back to Planet Earth! This is where my ballet journey started, and, as you know, ballet has been my passion for as long as I can remember! I can vividly recall my first pirouette, executed in the middle of my living room in Derbyshire, England (just outside of Matlock, actually, if you want to be precise). Mum had to bribe me with a new pink tutu to participate in my first dance class, but after seeing the wonder in my tiny dancer's eyes, I think it was clear that I'd found my calling!
Today we're focusing on February 4th, 1998. On this particular day, a little-known ballet, "The Dream," by Ethel Lilian Voynich was being performed at The London Coliseum in London. While it wasn't a huge success back then, it has definitely garnered more attention in recent years! Imagine, it's a ballet about love, dreams, and life! What's not to love? This one even uses some fascinating choreography - it's definitely worth checking out - and might even have the perfect pink tutu for it! Who knows what secrets are waiting to be discovered on Planet Earth? It truly is an amazing planet - with breathtaking natural wonders, fascinating history, and captivating cultures. I am so happy to be able to experience it all in person, and of course, share my love for this planet with you all!
Now, let's talk tutus! I mean, who can go to Earth without discussing tutus?! I think I actually had a wardrobe malfunction last time I visited, right in the middle of Piccadilly Circus. A car backfired and, well, my pink tutu practically levitated, and I was left standing there looking like a particularly flamboyant scarecrow. Honestly, I didn't know what to do! So much for my glamorous Earth visit!
(Please let me know in the comments if any of you have experienced a similar tutu malfunction - we need to come up with solutions! It is the age-old dilemma, dear reader, how can one avoid the constant fear of their tutu losing its mind? Luckily I didn't end up looking quite so silly, at least I don't think I did - though perhaps my inner circle is too afraid to admit that I was anything less than fabulous - thankfully it was late, the night was almost over, and I still got the photos for this blog post.)
My wardrobe malfunction (or more accurately, my tutu malfunction) didn't exactly set back my schedule though - this isn't about my problems, darling! This is about my love of ballet, my passion for pink, my obsession with tutus and my desire to inspire others.
After all, it's all about embracing those twirls, those jumps, and the joy of a perfectly chosen pink tutu. Honestly, after a while, it's impossible not to feel a little bit Pink Tutu Magic spreading in the universe.
Speaking of the universe, I know you all are curious about what my plans for intergalactic ballet expansion are, and let's be honest, you wouldn't be here if you weren't fascinated by those adventures! (You are lovely, darling!)
Firstly, I think my most recent project deserves a shout-out: The Pink Tutu Universe Project! Remember I mentioned my mission to spread the pink tutu love throughout the universe? I'm currently creating “The Pink Tutu Manifesto: For the Empowerment and Flourishing of Ballet and All Things Tutu!” (So stay tuned! It is due out next week, so get ready!)
But here is a little snippet: *"There is nothing more powerful than the human spirit wearing a pink tutu. Let us unleash our inner dancers, celebrate our individuality, and twirl with joy and purpose across the universe." *
Well, it’s the perfect time to visit the website: www.pink-tutu.com, because there's so much new content there and new designs are constantly being released in our shop. *I think, after my Earth escapade, *I’ll definitely have some new tutu designs on offer very soon. We’ve also got a special Pink Tutu Valentine’s Day collection coming up so make sure you follow my social media - because there’s nothing quite as romantic as ballet under a sky full of twinkling stars! (If you follow me on Insta you’ll get the link, right?)
In fact, before we part for this week, here's an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek for you. Did I tell you I had a ballet recital at Covent Garden last weekend? Well, I was showcasing a new collection inspired by the classic Nutcracker Ballet. It was an incredible experience - full of glittery tutus, amazing music, and, of course, tons of pink. But I will have to share those pics on another occasion! *For now, I’ll leave you with this - and remember, *love always takes you home, dear reader. Until next Wednesday!
XOXO,
Emma, Pink Tutu World
* P.S* This is me – *Emma in a pink tutu! * The photo is my new favourite – what do you think?
(Click here for the pic, dear reader – of course you know that this post must have a photo or two!)
P.S.S (because I think you might like this - after all it is Earth, after all!) Did you know, that the most famous Ballet shoe, the pointe shoe, wasn’t invented until around the early 19th century in Russia, when ballerinas were demanding a better way to perform and achieve higher jumps and more flexibility, but now ballet dancers all over the world use them? And, that’s actually a pretty amazing history for a dance that has now taken on almost mythical proportions and has been around since as early as the *1400s!* I hope you liked the journey today – I certainly enjoyed showing you around Planet Earth! Next week, I'm off to Andromeda to perform for the Queen of the Nebulae. **Until then - happy twirling and remember, there's always room for more pink tutus!
