#PinkTutuMilan Wednesday 2024-08-07 ballet blog from Milano Italia

Ciao bella! It's your favourite pink tutu-wearing ballerina, Emma, back from the fabulous city of Milan, ready to spill the tea (and the sequins!) on another fabulous week of dance, fashion, and all things fabulous!

This week's post is all about my adventures in Milan, a city that feels like it was designed with ballerinas in mind! It's brimming with beautiful architecture, bustling with energy, and of course, bursting with incredible shops and the best ballet shows I've seen in a long while!

Before I dive into all the Milanese magic, let's take a quick trip down memory lane. You guys know how much I love Derbyshire, right? Well, I recently did a little dance performance at a local gala. Imagine, me twirling in my sparkly pink tutu in the heart of Derbyshire, spreading the joy of ballet! It's little moments like these that remind me why I do what I do – ballet brings so much happiness!

But back to Milan! Let's just say, I'm completely smitten with this Italian beauty! I mean, I practically flew in on a cloud of chiffon and sequins (I really might've actually worn a tutu for the flight, who knows!).

Milan's central station is something straight out of a fairytale. It's all grand architecture and glistening chandeliers! The moment I stepped onto the platform, a wave of excitement swept over me.

And wouldn't you know it, there were so many stylish Milanese ladies strutting around with perfectly coordinated outfits! Seriously, I felt like I was in a fashion magazine come to life. I couldn't help but think that if Milan is so fashion-forward, then it definitely needed more pink tutus in its life! Mission: Milan.

Getting around Milan was a breeze. The trams, oh, the trams! So charming! They whisked me from one chic boutique to another with a speed that only a tutu-clad ballerina can appreciate! It felt like every tram journey was an opportunity for a mini fashion show! Of course, my signature pink tutu was the star of the show!

Speaking of the star of the show... you're gonna be thrilled to hear what happened next.

I'd been hearing whispers about this ballet, whispers so loud they practically filled the whole of Milan! So, naturally, I had to see it for myself. I'm talking about the famous Teatro alla Scala, and they were putting on a production of The Sleeping Beauty! Can you imagine? A stunningly beautiful opera house and one of the most magical ballets in the world? Talk about tutu dreams!

From the first haunting notes to the final, elegant flourish, it was an absolute spectacle. The costumes, the set design, the music, and the incredible dancers - I was completely mesmerised. Every movement was like a burst of pure joy and artistry! I even spotted a few fellow pink tutu enthusiasts in the audience - a very welcome surprise! It's always wonderful to find other like-minded tutu lovers!

If I thought Milan was fashion-forward before, I was wrong. Milan is THE place for fashion, ladies! A fashion-lover's wonderland! My feet practically danced themselves all over town from one boutique to another. I’ve already earmarked several shops for a repeat visit on my next trip!

Milan's got it all: the big-name designers, quirky vintage stores, and everything in between! I scored myself a delightful little silk scarf that screams "pink tutu" - I might wear it to the next ballet performance. I found myself some perfect new ballet shoes with an embroidered pink flower! They match my favourite tutu. I even bought myself a sparkly, fluffy pink tutu that matches my mood perfectly. (Honestly, what is a pink tutu wearing blogger to do with all the temptations that Milan has to offer?)

Remember - When you're in Milan, be sure to try some delicious gelato! The creamy sweetness makes any tutu-clad ballerina happy! I recommend the pistachio, trust me!

It's clear to see why so many people consider Milan to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world! Between the breathtaking architecture, the charming cobblestone streets, the endless fashion opportunities, and the fabulous ballet scene, Milan had me in its glamorous grip from the moment I arrived.

Of course, the biggest part of my trip was seeing how I could spread the love of ballet and, in particular, pink tutus to everyone I met!

I met a couple of little girls at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II – a breathtaking shopping mall that’s like a work of art in itself! The look on their faces when I pulled out a little pink tutu (a surprise I'd brought for them, of course!), and let them twirl and feel the magic, made me absolutely giddy with joy! That's the beauty of ballet, and particularly pink tutus. They spread magic everywhere!

So, from the pink-tutu-clad ballet queen of Milan, it’s a big Ciao Bella! and Ciao For Now!

P.S. Did you know Milan has its own street theatre performances? It’s totally incredible – keep an eye out for the street performers at one of Milan's many vibrant piazzas. I especially love the ones who are willing to dance with me, tutus and all. It’s a whole other kind of show.

P.P.S. Remember to tune in next Monday for a fresh new post from the fabulous world of pink tutus! I might be visiting another new city - stay tuned to find out where. You don't want to miss the adventures of your favourite tutu-clad blogger!

Much love and pirouettes,

Emma xoxo