Hello, darlings! Welcome back to my little corner of the internet, Pink Tutu World! It's Wednesday, which means it's time for another fabulous blog post! As you know, I'm currently on a bit of a whirlwind tour of Planet Earth, and today I'm writing to you from a bustling little town in Derbyshire, England - my home!
I know, it's crazy to think I've been gallivanting across the galaxy, learning all about the dance traditions of different planets, but here I am! Back amongst the rolling hills and friendly faces of my birth place. But even though I'm back on Earth for a short while, don't think for a moment that I'm slowing down! I've got a busy schedule packed with ballets, theatre performances, and oh, did I mention I've found the most incredible new tutu boutique in the Cotswolds? Yes, darlings! This weekend is going to be sparkling.
Back to My Roots (and Some Tutus!)
I've been dreaming of this trip back to Derbyshire for ages! Since I left for my grand adventure, it seems all I've heard is how the local dance scene is blooming! Not to mention the vintage fashion shops...oh, the vintage fashion shops! There are some treasures waiting to be found. So, you can bet I'll be putting my pink tutu into action as soon as I get back to my hometown - who knows what fabulous pieces of clothing I'll find nestled amongst those vintage racks!
Speaking of fabulousness, you'll never believe what I stumbled upon whilst planning my trip back! This local theatre company, "The Derby Belles" are staging a production of "Swan Lake" - gasp! They're even doing a special evening where they're offering ballet classes for all ages! Can you imagine? Getting to twirl with fellow dance lovers on Earth while simultaneously enjoying the spectacle of "Swan Lake"? It's an absolute dream come true! Of course, I'll be reviewing the whole thing right here for you, darlings! My "Pink Tutu World" readers deserve nothing less!
The History of the Tutu...in Derbyshire?
And speaking of the history of dance, I can't believe it took a trip back home to Earth for me to have this thought: Derbyshire actually has a fascinating link to the evolution of the tutu! It was here, on 13th November, 1832 that the first official record of the word 'tutu' was found! Who knew, eh? It's amazing how even the most seemingly ordinary places hold so much hidden magic. You never know when you might find a tiny gem that sparks a grand story.
Speaking of hidden gems, I have to share the amazing vintage boutique I found earlier this week! I stumbled across it on one of my walks around the countryside. Nestled between a quaint tea shop and an antique store, it looked unassuming at first. But when I stepped inside, it was like I’d stepped into a time capsule of 1950s glamour! From a full length, tulle ball gown to sequined tops and delicate brooches - this place was an absolute wonderland for a vintage fashion fiend like me! The lovely owner told me about a woman in the village who used to be a seamstress for a famous Parisian designer back in the day! She was making dresses for the most iconic ballet dancers! It truly blows my mind to think about how Derbyshire was somehow connected to the glamorous world of Parisian ballet! I've snagged some amazing pieces, which you can see in my weekly "Pink Tutu World" Instagram fashion post this weekend! Get ready to swoon!
Intergalactic Travels, Tutu-ful Inspiration, and More!
Of course, with all this fabulousness going on, I can't forget about the bigger picture. My heart still aches for the people of other planets to feel the joy and freedom of a pink tutu. I'm constantly on the lookout for new and exciting ways to bring my mission into fruition. Maybe that will involve some innovative new designs for intergalactic fashion shows or, maybe, it means creating a tutorial on how to make your very own pink tutu using materials found on other planets. Who knows?! The universe is full of possibilities, and I can't wait to see what awaits me on my next voyage!
Well, darlings, that’s all from me for now. Until next Wednesday! Keep those pink tutus swirling!
With love and twirls,
Emma xx
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