#PinkTutuWorld Ballet on Planet Earth on 2008-12-03

Dearest Tutu Tribe! 💖🩰✨

Greetings from the bustling, glamorous streets of London! It's Wednesday, my dears, and that means it's time for another whimsical journey into the world of pink tutus and interstellar adventures, straight from my very own cosmic diary.

This week's post, my darlings, is all about… well… Earth! Yes, I know, I know, you're probably thinking "Emma, haven't you been here enough already?". And you're absolutely right! But my Earthly heart has a hankering for home, a longing for those familiar, earthy smells (I mean, don't even get me started on the gorgeous scent of a freshly baked Derbyshire Eccles cake!), and a desire for a little dose of home-grown fashion inspiration.

You see, I was a wee bit distracted last week… ahem. Let's just say, my little space adventures took a bit of a "pink" turn. You know me, always following my heart – and my tutu. 😉 Anyway, I’m absolutely back on track, and I have so many exciting stories to share with you. But, before I go off on one of my famous tangents… let's dive right into what makes this Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008, so tres magnifique.

Firstly, it's a brand-new week, my darlings! Which means it's the perfect time for fresh starts, setting intentions, and maybe even treating yourself to a little pink treat… maybe a new sparkly pink ballet shoe charm, or perhaps even a brand new pink tutu, because, honestly, you can never have too many!

Secondly, dear friends, we’re approaching the festive season. Now, I know how much we all adore Christmas, with its twinkling lights, frosty mornings, delicious Christmas feasts… and, of course, the beautiful ballet shows. Oh, speaking of which, have you seen the Nutcracker at the Royal Opera House this year? It was a sight to behold, a masterpiece of delicate choreography and lavish costumes. I mean, a tutu fit for a Christmas queen herself! 💖

But wait, there’s even more! You see, it’s also my birthday this week… which means champagne… dancing… lots of pink… and, of course, a special celebratory blog post for my incredible online community! So let’s raise a glass to celebrating life, tutus, and, of course, the pink colour of joy, love, and endless possibility. 🎉

Now, my dears, let's rewind a little. As soon as I landed on planet Earth, my eyes, like a hungry ballerina, zoomed right to the sights, sounds, and ooh la la - the FASHION! Let's just say I took London by storm with my own brand of Pink Tutu World style… naturally.

I found myself drawn, irresistibly drawn, to Harrods! Who could resist those incredible designer window displays? It’s like stepping into a ballet fairytale. And speaking of fairytales... did you see their Christmas tree this year? It’s an extraordinary thing, complete with shimmering decorations, and shimmering, oh so festive, ballet costumes! Truly, it’s the most beautiful Christmas tree I’ve ever seen in my entire tutu-loving life.

Of course, the next stop on my Earthly expedition was the ballet. And where better than the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Now, dear readers, it’s not enough to just watch a ballet - oh no, you need to experience it fully!

So I went all out, dressing in my most spectacular pink tulle, my favorite sparkly headband and a pair of custom-made ballet shoes. This little ballerina strutted her stuff through the iconic Covent Garden arcade, drawing quite a crowd with her shimmering attire… you should have seen the smiles and delighted gasps! The energy was palpable…

Speaking of energy, that evening was a ballet extravaganza. The Royal Ballet were performing Swan Lake - a classic with gorgeous tutus, delicate grace and such emotive choreography. The dance itself was a testament to the sheer artistry of movement. It had everything… romance, tragedy, beautiful costumes, stunning choreography and just enough camp to have the whole audience completely enthralled…

This whole experience reminded me once again how much I love the world of dance and theatre, especially when it's set against the dazzling backdrop of London, a city that, like my Pink Tutu world, radiates joy and inspiration with every twirling step.

Now, dear darlings, one of the things that makes life on Earth truly delightful are those beautiful, sparkly vintage shops hidden away down side streets, tucked into old buildings… those vintage stores hold so many stories… you can literally feel the past dance around you…

This evening, after the ballet, I absolutely had to have an exploratory shopping session. I found myself in a shop tucked away in Chelsea. You wouldn’t believe the beautiful selection of dresses and accessories. There were sparkling sequined jackets that were so extravagant, they belonged on the stage! And don’t even get me started on the shoe collection - we're talking heels in every colour of the rainbow and enough sequins to make a tutu designer blush.

I even found a beautiful pair of pink, velvet pumps, complete with a little jeweled ballet slipper charm. I immediately snapped them up! I mean, who needs practical shoes when you can have shoes that tell a story, right? Especially a pink story. 💖

Later that evening, a rather fabulous cabaret dinner show in Notting Hill had me feeling even more inspired. From dazzling acrobats to a hilarious performance by a drag queen in a sparkling, pink-fringed dress, every part of the show was bursting with colour, joy, and a certain kind of campy charm. The drag queen's pink costume, in particular, had this sort of "tutu-inspired" look that, frankly, made me feel incredibly proud. It's like they had looked to my world for inspiration, and I have to say, they certainly nailed it. 💅🏻

But of course, even when I'm exploring Earth’s treasures, my Pink Tutu World spirit is always ready to soar through the universe… I do have to mention that there's a lot of preparation and work that goes into these planetary pilgrimages, my lovelies!

You see, traveling through space requires a certain flair - I always travel in style with my most fashionable spaceship and an array of extravagant tutus designed to impress the aliens… it’s all about being the first intergalactic ballerina. I even keep my spaceship immaculately tidy – I always want to impress! 💖

Speaking of travel… I am thinking about my next interstellar trip… it will be to Planet Aurora - it’s a place that’s renowned for its breathtaking auroras. Imagine, my dears, a night sky full of shimmering colors – pink, green, blue, purple… Isn't that just spectacular? I plan on doing a special performance during a night time aurora show… divine, don’t you think?

For now though, my darlings, I’m going to spend the rest of my day with a cuppa and the latest in planet Earth news! After all, a little bit of reality makes for an even more dazzling escape, don't you think? 😉

Sending you a shower of love, sparkle, and pink tutus.

Always be twirling,

Emma 💖🩰

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