Wednesday 10th December 2014
Darling, you wouldn't BELIEVE the adventure I had this week! You see, my lovely tutu-clad toes have been tapping a bit restlessly, and I felt a serious urge to hit the celestial highway. My ship, the 'Cosmic Tutu,' was itching for a voyage, so off we zipped - all the way to… drumroll… Planet Earth!
I know, I know, it might sound a tad basic for an intergalactic tutu aficionado like myself. But bear with me! Planet Earth is a hidden gem for a tutu enthusiast - they have the most delightful history of ballet, and their fashion scene is truly exciting!
A Little Ballet History, Darling!
I landed my Cosmic Tutu in the English countryside. Not quite the sparkly, stardust-laden atmosphere of my usual galactic stops, but hey, sometimes a touch of rustic charm is a good thing. Plus, guess what?! Planet Earth is actually where ballet began, can you believe?! Apparently, back in the Renaissance, people on this planet called it "ballo," and it was this fancy form of court dancing. So fancy! Very sophisticated tutu-wear back then. It makes me so curious about those early ballerinas… what were their outfits like?!
It was in Derbyshire, England, that I did my very first plié, oh darling! My mama introduced me to ballet when I was barely big enough for a baby tutu (and oh, my sweet baby-sized tulle tutus were so adorable!). It wasn't just ballet class, either. We’d attend performances at the gorgeous Derbyshire Peak District theatre - I swear, it was almost as dramatic as the stage back home!
A Stellar Stop in London!
From Derbyshire, I zipped off to London, darling. Ah, London! The fashion, the energy, the people, the theatre! So exciting!
Of course, I couldn't miss the Royal Opera House, the epitome of ballet royalty in this part of the galaxy! It was a magnificent, historic building, * dripping* with gilded opulence! My little heart skipped a beat when I entered, I'll tell you. It felt like a majestic ballet dream come true! And then there were the dancers, darling! Their grace and athleticism were absolutely breath-taking! I'd describe them as celestial nymphs in human form. I even spotted some darling little tutu wearers at the ballet school. That is the kind of dedication to tutu-fashion I admire!
Speaking of dedication, my tutu fashion choices were definitely turning heads! You can't underestimate the power of a pink tulle number on a bustling Earthling street. It's guaranteed to get everyone looking twice and smiling. In a few hours, my pinkest tutu managed to turn even the grumpy buskers into wide-eyed admirers! I don't mind admitting, darling, it felt fabulous.
Shopping on Planet Earth - So Much Glamour!
Let me tell you, fashion is big business on Planet Earth! I visited a stunningly elaborate store named Harrods, oh darling, a genuine fashion temple. I had a glorious afternoon browsing through every tutu-tastic garment I could find. There was so much to discover! Of course, I had to take home a couple of goodies… (hint: they include sparkly ballet flats and a delicate lace dress to wear over my pink tutu - for a very special occasion!).
I even snagged a little something for you, dearest readers! I know you've been waiting with bated breath for a peek into my tutu-wardrobe. I got this fabulously vibrant pink ballet-inspired bag in the most fabulous Parisian design! You can use it to carry everything a pink tutu aficionado might need - even a pair of foldable pointe shoes (because one never knows, right?).
Pink Tutu Fashion Tip: Pink-tastic Layers!
And while we're on the topic of fashion… you simply cannot be a pink tutu devotee without mastering the art of layers. Now, here's the fun bit. You can layer up, mix and match, create a whole tutu-tastic spectrum of style! Take inspiration from a Parisian café… picture this, darling: a flowing tulle tutu in a pale shade of pink. Then add a luxurious silk camisole in a deeper pink for an air of timeless elegance. Finish it off with a statement scarf for that oh-so-chic Parisian touch! Voilà! The perfect blend of pink elegance and a hint of vintage charm!
But enough about me, darling! What about your sartorial adventures? Tell me all about your favourite tutu looks! Share them with me in the comments section below, or, if you are a total superstar, maybe a picture or two would be most delightful! I'll be right back here on Wednesday for a new, glamorous chapter in our journey together! ✨💖🌎
Emma xo
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