Hey Tutu Babes! 👋
It’s Emma here, back from another whirlwind adventure! I'm sitting here in my hotel room in Highbury, London, feeling absolutely thrilled to have just seen a fabulous ballet performance at the Sadler's Wells. Can you believe it? It was absolutely magical.
Today's blog is going to be about so much more than the ballet, though. It’s about that pink tutu moment! You know, the ones that make you squeal with joy, twirl with glee, and scream internally “YES, I AM THAT AMAZING!” 😜
It all started yesterday, actually, in the cutest little boutique in Derby. Remember those incredible hand-beaded tutus I shared with you on my Insta Stories the other week? Well, let me tell you, I'd been obsessing over them ever since. You just wouldn’t believe the exquisite detail – each tiny pearl meticulously sewn, making it a work of art.
As I'm sure you know, a girl's got to get her tutu fix from time to time, and this boutique was calling my name. It had been tucked away on a charming side street I'd never even noticed before – maybe it’s the pink tulle calling out to me? 💖 Anyways, I stumbled upon this adorable shop filled to the brim with delicate pink tulles and the most divine sequined fabrics, like a fairytale spun in tulle and silk! They even had the cutest little pink ballet shoes, swoon. But what caught my eye was this incredible Italian tutu. I had to try it on! And let me tell you, the moment I twirled, the room filled with sparkles. You know what? You just don't really live until you've twirled in an Italian tutu. 😉
But what made this little gem of a shop even more magical? Well, let’s just say the owner, Miss Felicity, was a true ballet enthusiast – and totally into the pink tutu philosophy. In fact, she even gave me this gorgeous little pink tulle ribbon with the most delicate embroidery. The inscription on it? "Dance like no one's watching," and "Be your own kind of ballerina." Swoooooon! How perfect, right?
She told me about her dream to open a shop dedicated entirely to tutus and how, despite all the ups and downs, she was following her heart and, most importantly, spreading a bit of joy with each and every sale. I’ll admit, it totally touched my heart.
From Derby, it was a scenic journey to London, by train of course! It’s such a fantastic way to travel - you can soak in the countryside scenery, watch the world go by, and imagine yourself a graceful ballerina on a grand stage. Honestly, the train journeys are practically a highlight in my travel day! Just add some ear buds with the most fantastic soundtrack for ballet inspiration and you've got a recipe for a perfect, dreamy day. 💫
This trip was all about celebrating the beauty and elegance of ballet. I got to see a stunning production at Sadler’s Wells. Oh my, let me tell you, the performance itself was magical – the music, the choreography, the passion and energy... the sheer athleticism was awe-inspiring.
Even though I was completely captivated by the artistry of it all, a tiny bit of me was yearning to get up there on stage myself! Maybe one day, maybe, just maybe, I’ll get to share my love for the ballet in a performance of my own. I'm still dreaming, though I'm totally in love with this ballet street life, which gives me a wonderful outlet for expressing myself, my style, and, yes, that passion for the pink! 💅🏼
Now, before I sign off, a few little thoughts to leave you with – always remember that pink tutus, ballet class, and sharing our love for dance can bring such immense joy into our lives. Don't be afraid to embrace your inner ballerina, let loose, and be unapologetically YOU!
Until next time,
Emma 💖 www.pink-tutu.com
