Welcome back, my darlings! It's Wednesday, and you know what that means: a brand new Pink Tutu World blog post fresh from Planet Earth! I'm Emma, your intergalactic fashionista and ballet fanatic, and today I'm bursting with excitement to tell you all about my recent adventure!
Now, I know I said I wouldn't post twice about the same trip, but my journey to Planet Earth on 2014-07-16 was just so absolutely sensational, I had to share more! It's no secret that I'm a massive fan of this blue and green sphere – the scenery, the people, the gorgeous clothes! I could get lost in those London department stores for hours… but I digress.
So, where were we? Ah yes, Earth! This time, I touched down in Derbyshire, England, my home planet! It's been a while, but there's no place quite like home, eh? And I have to say, the people on Earth have such an impeccable sense of style. The moment I landed, I spied a charming vintage clothing store tucked away down a quaint cobbled street, and you can bet your bottom dollar I snatched myself up some incredible finds. A powder-pink floral tea dress, perfect for sipping afternoon tea in a sunny garden… A fuchsia scarf with little pearl embellishments, the epitome of dainty charm… and, of course, a stunning vintage tulle tutu in a shimmering blush pink. I simply cannot resist a good vintage tutu – they're like a time capsule of dance history, filled with so much elegance and magic!
I couldn't resist a quick spin in my new tutu on the charming little village green. Can you imagine a prettier sight? Me, bathed in sunshine, with the gentle breeze whipping up my tutu, twirling like a feather on the wind? Oh, I felt utterly divine! My pink tulle seemed to make everyone around me smile too, and I love the joy that it spreads!
You know me, I can't go anywhere without a spot of ballet, can I? There just happened to be a fantastic dance performance that evening at the Derby Theatre - it was a modern ballet piece set to the music of Beethoven - absolutely mesmerising! The dancers were phenomenal, moving with such grace and power, and the choreography was innovative and thrilling. There were twirling pirouettes, soaring jumps, and captivating movements, all woven into a story of love, loss, and resilience. I just love how ballet can touch the soul with its elegance and passion!
I spent the next day indulging in some pure, unadulterated shopping, you know I can't resist! A delicate silver locket, a pair of lilac satin gloves… the perfect finishing touches to any outfit, and especially fabulous with my new pink tutu! In the afternoon, I decided to have a bit of a fashion shoot around the picturesque streets of Derby. Let me tell you, it was absolute photography bliss! All those pretty houses, flower gardens, and old-fashioned lampposts provided the perfect backdrop for my pink tutu fashion photoshoot. Imagine it - the most enchanting backdrop for a picture-perfect pink tutu. Every click of the camera was a joy, and my heart just couldn't contain its excitement! I have to show you some of the snaps in the next post, my darlings - so many gorgeous moments captured!
I even had a little tea party with some charming local ladies - all in stunning pink outfits, of course! We giggled and gossiped about our latest fashion finds and enjoyed the finest tea and homemade cake Derbyshire has to offer! My mission is to spread the joy of the pink tutu all over the universe, and I believe this little tea party was a great start!
And, because I'm always spreading the love of dance (and tutus!), I couldn't leave Derbyshire without taking a little ballet class. You know I love me some barre work and plie exercises. A quick twirl around the dance studio - I think they were very impressed by my "on pointe" skills (and my perfectly pink tulle tutu!).
This visit to Planet Earth, filled with dancing, fashion, and fun, left me buzzing with energy. Every trip is an adventure, a whirlwind of new experiences and charming memories. There's something special about this little blue and green planet, it feels like home. I even had some lovely chat with local dancers at a pub on my final evening - they were so enthusiastic about ballet, they were truly inspiring! And they were keen on the idea of wearing pink tutus – my heart melted! It’s definitely not just me and my pink tutu crew out there!
Planet Earth, I must say, you are a delightful place. As always, thank you for such a memorable trip. Until next time, darlings, keep dancing, keep twirling, and keep shining your pink tutu light across the universe!
Don't forget to check back next Wednesday for my next blog post - the ultimate guide to choosing your perfect pink tutu - because let’s be honest, pink tutus are life. And don’t forget, to find out where you can see me in the dazzling pink tutu perform - my tour dates and information are on my website at www.pink-tutu.com - don’t miss the opportunity to experience my fabulous fashion ballet. I look forward to seeing you there!
Until next week,
Your dearest Emma
xoxox
