Ciao Bella!
It's Wednesday morning and I'm already on a roll, thanks to a brilliant ballet class at the Scuola di Ballo Milano. My favourite teacher, Signora Sofia, was back in town after a trip to the coast, and her energy was infectious!
I'm just popping into my blog for a quick chat, a bit like my favourite quick "latte macchiato" pit stop at my local cafe, right here in the heart of Milan. I thought I'd give you a rundown of all the wonderful things I've been up to this week. You see, life here is just as vibrant as the colour pink and I don't want you to miss a single detail!
A Dress Rehearsal For The Heart:
So, Tuesday evening I had a chance to see a dress rehearsal for a ballet production of "Sleeping Beauty" at Teatro alla Scala. I’ve seen many productions, but never a dress rehearsal before - what a treat! It’s amazing how much goes on backstage and the way the music and choreography come together in such a thrilling, dramatic way! The stage itself is such a thing of beauty. Of course, being a massive fan of the fairytale itself, it was like entering a dream. I was positively enchanted, and I can’t wait to see the full performance next week!
A Journey Through Fashion:
Speaking of enchanted, this week I finally got around to visiting the Palazzo Reale to see the amazing "Azzedine Alaïa: The Couturier" exhibition. The exquisite designs, all with such meticulous attention to detail, reminded me of the delicate work of a ballerina – the way every movement flows into the next with precision and elegance. I think the "Couturier" would have approved of a good pink tutu, if I'm honest!
Shopping Spree on Via della Spiga:
Now, this is my favourite part. After an afternoon exploring the exhibition, I treated myself to a spot of retail therapy. Milan is the place to be for shoes, dresses and bags, isn't it? I couldn't resist venturing onto the cobbled streets of Via della Spiga – the Gucci windows were spectacular, just like the clothes! I snagged a fantastic, brand new ballet bag in bright pink, to carry all my dance accessories. It is quite a statement and already a favourite!
Tutu Travel By Tram and Train:
You're all well aware of my passion for tutus. So, as a little "pink-tutu-tastic" experiment, I decided to wear a bright pink tutu during my commute. As a frequent flyer on Milan’s efficient tram and train systems, it turned heads! The passengers, all fashionistas with incredible styles themselves, just had to give a thumbs-up and smiles - they loved it! It's my personal mission to inspire people to express themselves and dance, no matter the location. Why not rock a tutu on the tram? It’s the ultimate statement of embracing individuality.
Back to my Roots:
Tomorrow, I'm off to Derbyshire for a family visit. That's my home county - Derbyshire, England, it's the place where I grew up, where my love for dance started. My first ever ballet show was in Derby and there's just something about going back that gives me a surge of motivation. It's important to remember your roots!
Don’t Forget the Ballet Show:
I just wanted to remind you all, that you can find my performance schedule on my website – www.pink-tutu.com, and you are always welcome to come along! There’s a show happening next weekend at the "Teatro degli Arcimboldi," in Milan. I can't wait to show you what I’ve been working on!
More than a Blog Post – A Call to Embrace Pink!
I hope my blog inspires you to wear a little pink, take a chance, express your personality and go for a spin around town – even if it's just for a short ride on the tram. Who knows what adventure awaits! Maybe you’ll see me twirling by!
Ciao for now, see you next week!
Emma
This is Emma's blog post number 1450 and her first blog post in 2023. Emma funds her travels and lifestyle with her ballet performances and writes about all her travels around Europe and further afield in her ballet themed blog! Her goal is to get every single person in the world to wear a pink tutu - at least for one day in their lives!
Every week on Monday, Emma will upload a blog about her life on www.pink-tutu.com. Stay tuned for next week's exciting blog! See you soon and thank you for reading. *
