Hello darlings! It's your favourite pink tutu-clad adventurer, Emma, back with another exciting instalment from my London escapades.
This Friday, the train whisked me away from my Derbyshire home to the heart of London, and I'm here to tell you, it's been a total whirlwind! But in the best way possible, of course.
As a reminder, I fund my travels through my ballet performances (my current project, a full-length ballet based on the story of Cinderella - you'll have to wait until the final production for the pink tutus!🤫), so every trip is a precious opportunity to experience new things, indulge in a little bit of retail therapy (always a good thing!), and soak up the London buzz.
Today's adventures were particularly magical, and let's just say they involved a healthy dose of tutus, twirls, and the colour pink, of course.
First stop: Ballet, baby!
I kicked off the day by immersing myself in a world of dance at the London Coliseum. I'm such a huge fan of ballet – the elegance, the grace, the story-telling – it's all so utterly captivating. Today's performance was the Royal Ballet's production of Swan Lake - I gasped in wonder as the ballerinas flitted across the stage, their graceful movements a captivating sight. It’s always inspiring to see these incredibly talented dancers bringing to life classic stories with such breathtaking choreography and passion. You can truly see the effort they pour into their art – it’s incredibly moving.
Tutus, twirls and tea: The Afternoon Delight
After the ballet, it was time to explore the charming neighbourhood of Covent Garden. Now, you all know how much I love pink, right? Well, imagine my joy at stumbling across a delightful little vintage shop bursting with fabulous pink outfits. Talk about a girly girl's paradise! I snagged a vintage pink tutu that had seen better days (a little bit of fabric love from my trusty sewing machine and it's good as new! 💖). My love of vintage finds never ceases to amaze me, you can find absolute treasures that will forever have a place in your heart - just like that fabulous tutu!
No afternoon in Covent Garden would be complete without a spot of tea and cake, wouldn't you agree? I found a delightful tearoom with a wonderfully romantic atmosphere, complete with charming floral patterns, fluffy armchairs, and, of course, delicious treats!
Fashion Inspiration in the City
As evening descended upon London, I felt the urge for some serious shopping. Who am I kidding, it's London, I'm practically required to shop! I ventured to Oxford Street - that legendary haven for everything fashionable, where I found myself completely entranced by the bright lights and dazzling displays of the flagship stores. You truly can’t find fashion like that anywhere else in the world. My daydream shopping spree yielded some fantastic bargains, from chic shoes that twirl perfectly (even in those impractical London cobbles!) to a vibrant pink scarf that brought out the twinkle in my eye. You know me, always gotta embrace the colour, darlings! I've even got a new pink cardigan which I absolutely cannot wait to show off in my next outfit post – it just adds that extra bit of playful energy to everything I wear.
The End of a London Day
As the day drew to a close, I boarded the train back to Derbyshire, feeling energized, inspired, and with my heart bursting with new ideas for blog posts (you know, the kind with the sparkly pink tutus!). This Friday in London was a vibrant whirlwind of tutus, ballet, shopping, and London's magical charm, a perfect way to embrace all things fabulous!
What else could I ask for? Maybe I'll be back in London sooner than expected... Stay tuned to find out! Until next Friday, my dears, keep twirling! ✨
See you next week! XOXO, Emma
