Hello, my darling space-age fashionistas! It's Emma, your favourite pink-loving, tutu-touting, intergalactic ballerina, back from another whirlwind trip around the cosmos. As always, itās Wednesday and you know what that meansā¦ Pink Tutu World is back on www.pink-tutu.com to bring you all the latest fashion news from Earth!
This week, Iāve been indulging my inner ballerina back on good old planet Earth. It's always such a joy to be back home in Derbyshire, England - thereās just something about the rolling hills and quaint villages that makes me feel so grounded, even with my intergalactic travels! And I just love the energy of being back amongst my Earthling sisters ā the love for all things pink and fluffy never ceases to amaze me!
Now, I know you're all dying to hear about my latest adventures, so let's dive right in! My arrival on planet Earth coincided with the 3rd of October, which just so happened to be the opening night of "The Nutcracker" at the beautiful Royal Opera House in London. I'm a massive fan of this ballet, and let's just say I had a "Sugar Plum Fairy" of a time!
But letās rewind a little bit... before I could make my grand entrance at the Royal Opera House, I had to prepare.
Firstly, itās all about the look my darling space bunnies, you know that! This week, I channelled my inner Clara in a stunning pink tulle tutu, featuring delicate layers of shimmering organza and beautiful hand-stitched embellishments. My pink sequined leotard, adorned with hand-beaded swans, added the perfect touch of elegance.
Speaking of elegance, it just wouldn't be a true Pink Tutu World adventure without a little bit of shopping, would it? Before I touched down in London, I popped into a little vintage clothing boutique in Derby, Darling Dresser - seriously a hidden gem. I picked up the cutest pink polka dot hat with a tulle bow and a sparkly, sequined bag just big enough to fit my compact spaceship travel essentials and just enough of my precious Ballet Blast perfume (more on this beauty next week!).
You wouldnāt believe the joy of the shopping haul alone, but, I was feeling particularly creative, so I couldnāt resist the urge to do some upcycling. Using my trusty old tutu and some leftover pink satin ribbon from an old costume, I whipped up a new pair of ballet shoes with a fabulous pink satin bow - talk about a real style revolution. (I must add, you can always find some inspiration for amazing upcycling on my Pinterest board, "Twirling Time". Link in the bio, darling!
Now, let's get back to that ballet, shall we? The performance was breathtaking. My friend Stella from Earth, (and fellow ballet aficionado!), was absolutely right when she called this version of The Nutcracker a āwhimsical masterpieceā with dazzling costumes, breathtaking choreography and even a little sprinkling of magic that left me in awe!
But enough about The Nutcracker! London isnāt just about ballet. Even after the stunning performance, I was itching to explore Londonās stylish avenues! The sheer excitement was enough to set my tutu a-tinkling!
We walked around the beautiful city and found some wonderful cafes serving delicious tea and delicious pink pastries! Then, we headed to the stunning Kensington Palace where we indulged in the grandeur and beauty of its gardens, before catching the sunset from a charming, Parisian-style cafe just a hop, skip and jump away! (I had, of course, swapped my pink satin shoes for a pair of comfy pink flats. After a whole evening in ballet slippers, even my feet needed a rest!
The next morning, I had an early meeting with my ballet tutor back in Derbyshire ā so I decided to take the scenic route to London. (That did mean I got to try the amazing pastries at the new artisan bakery thatās just popped up near the village! -I will post pictures of those beauties soon, darling!)
Once back home in the green fields of Derbyshire, I spent the rest of my day, doing what I do best: training. Ballet keeps me in peak condition, you see, especially when youāre travelling between galaxies! After my afternoon session, itās no surprise that I collapsed on the sofa in my (of course) bright pink pyjamas ā my usual post-practice routine, feeling relaxed and recharged after my trip!
Even though this week was dedicated to Planet Earth and the wonderful, magical art of ballet, you know I have my eyes firmly on my next space voyage ā and the chance to share the magic of ballet across the galaxies! Who knows what new styles and breathtaking performances await me on my next mission. But until then, remember, darlingā¦
*The only limit to your dreams is your imagination and a healthy dose of pink! *
See you all next week! XOXO Emma.
P.S. Stay tuned next week for an interview with a fellow dancer in the space opera, āGalactic Glitterā! She is absolutely phenomenal and, let's be honest, her costume is a must-see for every Pink Tutu World fashionista!
