Ciao bellas!
Emma here, your favourite pink tutu wearing ballerina, and today I'm beaming with excitement to be back in beautiful Milan, Italy! My weekly pink tutu journey has taken me here, to this city brimming with fashion, art, and - yes, you guessed it - incredible ballet. I always feel like I'm stepping onto a stage when I arrive in Milan.
This week, I'm embracing the 'dolce vita', which literally translates to "sweet life" in Italian. This couldn't be more apt! I am absolutely living it up in this city that’s got me twirling with delight.
I must tell you about my fabulous journey to Milan! As usual, I chose to travel by train - a romantic and wonderfully picturesque experience that lets you soak in the scenery. I absolutely love those iconic red carriages, chugging along countryside and urban landscapes alike, a delightful melody playing in my ears as I read a book about ballet techniques, always eager to learn and improve. Milan station felt electric - buzzing with people and anticipation for the show! And yes, you guessed it, I did have my favourite pink tutu on - not a surprise, right? It brought a little bit of my Derbyshire sparkle to the streets of Italy!
Pink Power: Shopping at the Fashion Capital
The moment I got to Milan, it was a mission for the shops - the legendary Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II was my first stop. The ornate arches, marble floors, and shimmering glass ceiling… I felt like I’d stepped back in time. I snagged a gorgeous pale pink blouse to go with my tutu. Of course, it needed to be absolutely perfect - the perfect shade of pink, light, flowing, and ideal for the hot summer Milan nights. You can see me wearing it in the picture I’ve just uploaded – I’m in a pink paradise! Pink is simply magical!
After all, it wouldn't be Milan without a bit of a retail therapy session! You can’t leave Milan without finding something absolutely unique to bring home – a stunning silk scarf for my hair, a delicate pair of pink ballerina earrings – you’ll see me in those in my next post, the whole look perfectly curated – the very essence of Italian style! You know, they say the city is synonymous with style, fashion, design and yes, it definitely lived up to the hype.
From Stage to Streets: Ballet In Milan
Oh, how I love it here in Milan, a city that truly celebrates the magic of ballet! Not just on stage but in the streets, on every corner, and in its very soul.
There’s a magic in the air. The locals have a captivating sense of artistry that echoes the rhythm and grace of ballet. This is why, this week, I had a very special ballet treat, a performance by one of my favourite Italian ballet companies. It was mesmerizing. Every turn, leap, and pose filled me with such inspiration. There is nothing quite like watching these ballerinas dancing across the stage in perfect unison. The feeling was exhilarating, a journey through dreams and elegance – pure ballet bliss! I'm absolutely inspired by them. And of course, a good, long standing ovation! They deserve it!
You see, dear readers, my ballet travels have become more than just trips to see a performance. It’s a way to feel the heartbeat of the world, a way to understand the culture and art.
Milan Tram Adventures
This week in Milan, I was captivated by the tram journeys! So picturesque, and so iconic. I hopped onto a tram to Teatro alla Scala for my ballet night, gazing out the window. They truly transport you back to a golden age! The clanging of the tram, the bustle of city life and me in my pink tutu – truly an enchanting combination! There was a sense of charm and nostalgia that you couldn’t experience any other way! I'm really loving all this vintage appeal, it's so elegant!
Pink Tutu Dream
Yes, it was in one of these trams I had my "Aha!" moment! An idea blossomed like a perfect pink rose. What if I brought this passion for pink tutus to the beautiful streets of Milan? Think of it: Imagine the enchanting sight of hundreds of Milanese in pink tutus!
Imagine the city transformed into a magical canvas filled with vibrant colour, with women from all walks of life - from young girls to grandmothers - proudly twirling in the city streets! Wouldn't that be incredible?!
This vision of pink-clad Milese will continue to guide me. And I know, it's not so far fetched! If I can get everyone wearing a pink tutu… well that will be an absolutely breathtaking and fabulous sight to behold. My ambition is growing bigger and bolder each week – I have the feeling my Pink Tutu journey is only just getting started!
And oh, don't worry, I've also managed to get a little souvenir for all of you, some delicious Milanese biscotti, straight from the bakery - it has a delicate rosewater flavour, just as delicate and enchanting as Milan!
And finally, my favourite moment?
There's nothing more enchanting than getting lost in Milan’s labyrinthine alleys, letting my tutu guide my way. I find my heart brimming with a sense of wonder and a little bit of that iconic Milanese joie de vivre - or how you say it, "the spirit of Milan."
As I sign off for this week, my heart is still filled with the grace and beauty of this stunning Italian city, a symphony of style and colour. Milan, I’m in love with you, and you will be seeing much more of this pink tutu wearing ballerina in the months to come!
Stay tuned, and make sure to follow my adventures on pink-tutu.com and my Instagram @pinktutu, where you can join my mission to fill the world with a whole lot of pink tutus.
Ciao bella!
Emma xx
