Hello darlings! It's your favourite tutu-clad traveller, Emma, back from another cosmic adventure! Buckle up, because this week's post is all about ballet, beauty, and the utter joy of travelling by spaceship. And you know me, I just have to wear my pink tutu everywhere, even if it's out in space! 🪐
So, grab your favourite sparkly teacup (because we all need a bit of glamour in our lives) and let's dive into my latest adventure! This week, I touched down on dear old planet Earth, oh, you know, the one we call home. Funny that, isn't it? We all go hurtling about in space in search of exciting places, only to find we really love our home planet after all!
Now, as some of you know, my travels are funded by my performances. I dance ballet for a living, you see, and wouldn't trade it for all the galaxies in the universe! This week's show was a real treat. I landed in Derbyshire, you know, my little corner of England where it all began. There's something truly magical about performing near where you were born, especially in the place you learned your first pirouette.
Ballet Through the Ages 🩰
Speaking of pirouettes, have I ever told you about the incredible history of ballet? It's like the universe unfolding in the most beautiful way, and believe me, I have travelled far and wide in the universe to see some fantastic ballet performances.
You see, ballet's roots lie way back in the 15th century in Italy. Now, imagine this: it all started as a dance to entertain at the royal court! And it evolved over time into the elegant, storytelling form we know today, bursting with emotions, graceful movements, and of course, those stunning costumes! Did you know the tutu, the symbol of a ballerina's power and femininity, has been around since the late 1800s? I absolutely adore its evolution. Imagine that little dance skirt, originally made to cover the diminutive skirts of women (imagine the restriction! Why would they do that!), has come to represent the power, elegance and magic of women in dance. It just shows how beauty and art can transform from practicality to something incredible over the years.
Speaking of beauty and transformations, you just have to see my latest tutu! It's a vintage, pale pink number I found on my travels – oh, it was such a thrill to find it tucked away in an antique shop on a moon with an oddly familiar feeling! I just knew it was the right one for my return to Earth. Let's just say my blog followers were rather delighted with my new old outfit when they saw my Instagram stories. 💖
Fashion is Everywhere, Even on Planet Earth 👗
While I was in Derbyshire, I had to treat myself to some retail therapy. You see, shopping and fashion are just as essential to a good trip as star charts and intergalactic snacks! A shopping trip would never be complete without a gorgeous pink dress – this time a flowing silk dress that feels like sunshine on my skin. The beauty of our Earth planet's clothes are really special. And don't forget a new, vintage, pink clutch bag that looks like it's straight out of a 1920s Hollywood movie, to match my new ballet shoes. Did I mention they are pink too? I just can't resist pink!
Back on Planet Earth! 🌎
After my whirlwind Derbyshire trip, it was back to the stars for me. It's not just a blog title, you know – I do really travel between the planets. And even after seeing so many amazing worlds, there's something magical about Earth's unique charm, its lush forests, beautiful oceans, and oh, let's not forget those tasty English scones! (Though they don't always taste as good in space.)
Don't forget, you can find me on www.pink-tutu.com every Wednesday, where I'll be posting about my latest adventures. And hey, if you see a pink tutu whizzing by in the night sky, it just might be me!
Until next week, darlings, remember: be fabulous, be kind, and always wear your pink tutu!
Love, Emma xx
P.S. Did I tell you about the incredibly sweet ballerina I met at the theatre in London this week? Her passion for the art was truly infectious, and she reminded me why I started this blog. We talked for hours about the power of dance, its history and how much beauty lies within our world! This little gem made the whole trip worth it, for sure.
P.P.S. On a less serious note: if you see a pair of pink tutu's in your garden this Wednesday, that's me! Come on out! The kettle's on and I've got more than enough tea and cakes! (And, yes, I know how silly that sounds!)
P.P.P.S. I found out, for the date 19th of September, 2001, it is believed, was a Wednesday. I had to double check this - and I did. 2001 was a special year and this date would mean I could post my blog on the internet for that week. And guess what, folks, there would be a fabulous show on the Wednesday for me to dance in at The Lyceum theatre, London! How much I'm loving all this time travelling! You'll find out in next week's blog!
