#PinkTutuWorld Ballet on Planet Earth on 2019-03-27

Hello my darling Tutu Twirlers! 💖 It’s Emma here, your intergalactic ballerina blogger, and it’s time for another fab post straight from the swirling, glittering heart of… wait for it… PLANET EARTH! 🌎 Yes, you read that right. After all the galactic glam of my recent tours of Andromeda and Vega, I'm back on the good old fashioned terra firma. Why, you ask? Well, I just had to get my ballet fix. You know, indulge in a bit of earthbound twirling. And of course, no trip to planet earth is complete without a spree in the shops. Because you all know I’ve got a slight weakness for pink tutus! 🩰

Now, I know you’re probably dying to hear all about my escapades, so let's jump straight in!

I touched down on the planet Earth just in time for a wonderful evening of ballet at the Royal Opera House in London, England. The place was buzzing with anticipation. The air hummed with excitement as fellow tutu enthusiasts, dressed to the nines (I think we even saw a couple of pink tutu-wearers! 😍) shuffled into their seats.

This time, it was a special treat – a performance of "Swan Lake." Now, for those of you unfamiliar with this legendary ballet, it’s about this beautiful swan princess who, wait for it, gets cursed by an evil sorcerer. Talk about dramatic! And the whole performance was an absolute masterpiece of grace, drama, and passion! You know me, my dear Tutu Twirlers, I'm not a girl who can resist a good dramatic tale (especially if it involves an elegant ballerina in a tutu! ✨).

The costumes were, of course, the stars of the show. From the black tutus of the evil sorceress to the fluffy white tutus of the graceful swans, it was truly a spectacle. I couldn't help but imagine all those delicate feathers fluttering and flowing as the ballerinas leaped and twirled. It truly was an ethereal performance!

After the show, of course, I had to tutu this moment to shop for a new addition to my tutu collection! (Because there’s always room for a new pink tutu in any ballerina’s wardrobe, right? 🎀) I’ve never seen so many beautiful shops in one place. Just picture this:

Boutiques bursting with shimmery sequins, racks upon racks of pastel-hued tutus, and of course, every shade of pink imaginable. My eyes literally couldn’t believe what they were seeing! 🤩

And wouldn't you know it, I found a stunningly glamorous vintage tutu at the most darling shop on Carnaby Street. I’m pretty sure I could feel the hearts of all the passing fashionistas skip a beat. It was love at first sight, you know what I mean? 😍 The shimmering fabric, the gorgeous pastel pink, it was like it was designed for me. It is perfect for the opening of my next tutu themed fashion show. Don’t worry, darling, you’ll hear all about it on this blog, as always! 😉

You know me, my darlings! I always have time for a little historical exploration. On my recent trip to Derbyshire, England, I stumbled upon a real treat – a charming museum dedicated to the history of ballet in Britain.

There I was, wandering through beautifully crafted Victorian-era sets, surrounded by exquisite costume sketches, and fascinating antique dance shoes. They even had a fascinating exhibit about the origins of the tutu, from the romanticism of early ballet to the streamlined elegance of modern styles. I learnt how the tutu evolved through the years. It’s amazing how much fashion can tell us about the times in which it was created. You could truly see how the tutu* became a symbol of feminine grace, elegance and artistic expression.

Now, the real kicker was learning about how ballet spread through the ages, starting with those gorgeous dancing masters in 17th century France, who I always have to say, looked quite dashing themselves. Don't get me wrong, a pink tutu makes any dancing man a real heartthrob!😉. And then it travelled through Europe, eventually landing right here in dear old England. Oh how I adore the history of dance!

And speaking of ballet history…

The whole world seems to be on a tutu-craze this year! In England, the Royal Ballet is back in action with a brilliant production of Giselle - another favourite of mine, you know, because of the adorable little villager girls and their gorgeous white tutus. Oh, I could just go on and on! 😍

And speaking of dazzling ballet displays… did you know the Birmingham Royal Ballet is putting on a brand-new production of "Cinderella?" And as the biggest, most sparkly fan of ballet shows that there ever was (at least, according to me!), you can bet I'll be seeing it when I'm back on Planet Earth! ✨ You know, maybe I'll bring the little ones – imagine those adorable kids watching Cinderella twirling in that magical, sparkling dress! Just the thought makes me twirl my pink tutu with pure joy! 💗

Right, let’s talk tutu fashion. I know you've got some killer style!

Well, let me tell you, I got all the style inspiration on this trip from a real life princess: Princess Beatrice, you know, she’s the daughter of Prince Andrew. She visited the Royal Ballet School in London this month, dressed head-to-toe in pink, naturally, with the most wonderful pink beret you can imagine! The colour was positively electric. I’ve never seen such a charming combination before. Pink princess ballerina outfits? That's what we call style icons, you guys!👑 And you can bet that the paparazzi are already planning new tutu styles, just you wait!

But for my Tutu Twirlers, there’s no need to spend a fortune on your outfits to be fabulous. Don't forget, you don’t need a princess to get inspiration from! Have a little fun! Wear that pink scarf you’ve been hoarding. Combine the pink top in your wardrobe with that white tutu. The world’s your fashion playground. ✨

Now, don't you forget: It’s not all about tutus. Remember those incredible street dancers and ballet inspired street dance troupes who know how to show off some real skills with their moves. *It’s like all that passion for ballet just spilled over onto the streets, literally. * 😉

These wonderful people give us all that inspirational dose of energy. I love that. Don't forget my darling Tutu Twirlers – ballet’s all about feeling the rhythm and moving with joy! We all deserve a bit of happy on our little planet. Let’s spread the love with those dancing hearts and shining pink tutus!

It’s time for me to pack up, my dear Tutu Twirlers. You all know I have my own show coming up, and it’s always fun to make sure everything is sparkling. The spaceship’s waiting and don't forget to check back on www.pink-tutu.com next week! We'll have even more exciting ballet news and of course… a new tutu for your inspiration! Until next Wednesday, may your dancing shoes be twirling with pure joy. 😉

XOXO,

Emma 💖 (That’s a little heart emoji for you, if you can’t tell)

P.S. My favourite Pink Tutu Tip for This Week – If you have to wear those dreadful black, leather ballet shoes (which honestly should have stayed in the dark ages!), add some pink ribbon laces to bring a dash of fabulous, girly glamour. Don’t you worry, you’ll still get your perfect pliés in, and you’ll be adding that bit of pink magic, you just watch! 😉