Hey gorgeous girlies! It's your girl Emma, back with another dazzling dose of pink-tutu-powered fun, straight from the vibrant streets of Southall!
Today's journey was a little bit special, starting with a trip on the good old fashioned railway - my fave way to travel, whisked away to adventure with a view of the countryside flashing by. I was feeling all the vibes, and honestly, how could you not when you're dressed in a stunning purple tutu, complete with matching lavender feather boa, which just felt perfect for this slightly retro day trip.
You see, the pull of Southall was a little different this time. It wasn't just for the delicious samosas and the delicious aroma of curry spices in the air, though trust me, those are always a huge bonus! Nope, today was all about the Ballet!
It's like a secret dance world in Southall, full of hidden gems, like the Southall Arts Centre. This gorgeous old theatre housed a performance by the 'Rainbow Ballet Company' – think glittery costumes, inspiring music, and such pure, effortless grace. They even incorporated some Bollywood influences, which blew me away – such amazing energy!
Honestly, you'd have to be a heartless ogre not to get caught up in the magic of it all! There was a little girl in the audience, no more than 5 years old, with sparkly pink shoes and a huge grin on her face, mesmerised by the dancers on stage. You could see the spark in her eyes, and I knew at that moment that I had to try and spread the joy of dance to all the little ones (and big ones, too!) – a pink-tutu mission if ever I saw one!
After the performance, I snuck backstage and got to meet some of the amazing dancers. It's not just about how beautiful the artform is – ballet is all about hard work, passion, and incredible strength. I even tried to learn a little plie from one of the pros, but I think I still have some learning to do! 😅 But let's face it, a tutu always looks good, whether you're graceful or not, am I right?
Anyway, Southall turned out to be quite the adventure! My journey wasn’t complete without a wander around the market, where I picked up some delicious sweets for the train journey home and discovered a shop selling gorgeous hand-painted jewellery that was just begging to be worn with a tutu!
Then, because even a girly-girl needs to connect with the animal kingdom, I hopped onto the train for the last leg of my journey home, passing a gorgeous field of cows munching on grass, which instantly made me think of those little ballerina piglets I saw earlier this week. It’s such a random association, I know, but you never know when a creative spark might strike!
Now, onto my mission for today. I want all of you lovely pink-tutu fans to do a little something special! Why not try a dance class this week? Whether it's ballet, ballroom, salsa, or even just a boogie around your living room – the important thing is to move your body and express yourself! Who knows? You might even find your own inner dancer hidden inside!
I can't wait to hear about your dance adventures, so make sure you share your experiences on my pink-tutu social channels – #PinkTutuTribe. Until tomorrow, my lovelies – and don't forget, keep shining! 💕🩰💖
