Hello my darling tutu-lovers! Itās Emma here, back with another dazzling dose of pink and tutus from the fabulous city that never sleeps, New York City! I simply canāt get enough of this vibrant metropolis! Today, as you know, is Monday and youāll find me settling into a lovely, rhythmic week of New York adventures - and I am just so excited to share it all with you!
Iāve always dreamt of dancing in New York City, and as I shimmied down the subway stairs, clutching my bright pink tutu and a hot pink tote bag, I felt like I was finally living out my dream!
Of course, travelling around New York is an adventure in itself. I love the hustle and bustle of the metro. Itās a ballet of its own, you know! So many faces, so many stories - itās fascinating! Thereās nothing like squeezing on a packed carriage with a thousand others, all headed in the same direction. It's such an electric atmosphere! Today, the station was abuzz with tourists from all corners of the globe, and a particularly sprightly granny wearing a fabulous, electric blue frock with a pink floral motif that would rival the grandeur of any runway! She just radiated sunshine and happiness.
As I boarded the train, I was struck by a burst of beautiful pink floral fragrance - I was transported back to Derbyshire! How wonderful it was to smell the scent of English roses here, miles away from my childhood home! Thatās the beauty of New York; thereās always something new and surprising to find. It's truly a melting pot of creativity and beauty.
Speaking of beauty, my first stop this morning was, naturally, Bloomingdales! Now, let me tell you, a day of shopping in New York City can be very glamorous, very chaotic, and, for a pink tutu lover like myself, absolutely unforgettable! It's pure fashion paradise, and letās face it, I am just a huge fan of pink, always! Every single thing just looked like it was begging to be incorporated into my pink-tutu wardrobe!
My mission this morning? To find the perfect outfit for tonight's show - a contemporary ballet performance featuring some amazing aerial acrobatics, all set to a symphony of dreamy, contemporary music, and featuring, I heard, a wonderful, glittering costume that looked vaguely tutu-esque! It had to be the perfect mix of edgy, elegance and pink. I have this thing about wearing the most fantastic, pink tutu and then being in the audience for these fabulous performances ā that is how I live my best life, my friends. My mantra is pink, and, dare I say, it's very good!
As I drifted through racks of exquisite designer gowns and playful silk tops, I realised my pink tutu-loving heart needed some fresh, fun ideas. So, you know, what's a pink-obsessed girl to do? I asked a friendly sales assistant, dressed in a cool grey dress and some sky-high stiletto heels, if they had any new tutus on the floor. A blush of crimson swept across her face, and after a little giggle, she explained that "they just didnāt carry those" - but then, she just grinned, "because I don't think those are exactly part of our core customer demographic.ā
Now, donāt be silly! I wasn't offended. The assistant was just being helpful. I understood perfectly! My mission wasn't about conformity; it was about embracing the tutu, showing the world that thereās beauty in everything! A pink tutu is about expression, about feeling happy, and finding magic in the everyday, just like walking down the street in the city that never sleeps. A pink tutu can do that!
I finally landed on a simple, chic black silk slip dress. It was all sorts of luxurious ā beautifully silky and fluid and I knew it would look fabulous for tonightās performance, my tutu just sitting on my head for extra fashion fun and pink power. The look was minimalist and chic, yet daring enough for me to still feel like I could spin into the night like a beautiful pink tutu ballerina!
Speaking of which, have you been following my online ballet classes? If you have, well done - they are just going through the roof! A big virtual pink tutu high-five to all of you, you fantastic tutu fans! We've been exploring the grace of a ballet barre, perfecting our fouettes, and stretching out like willow branches swaying in the breeze, all with a little pink tutus for extra joy, because, honestly, whatās a ballerina without some gorgeous pink! Itās like tea without sugar!
Anyway, on to the highlight of my trip! That evening, I took my prime seat, draped in the graceful curves of my black silk slip, my pink tutu perched upon my crown and an abundance of pink and sparkly goodness draped around my arms. A single pearl earring, just for the sparkle! Thatās my style; a hint of pink here, a pop of sparkle there - my tutu and pink world all wrapped into one, and I wouldnāt have it any other way!
Iāve said it before, and I'll say it again; ballet, especially contemporary, just holds this magical aura. And the lighting of the stage, just perfectly pink-hued, lit the performers like sparkling diamonds! As I took in the grace of the dancers, all gliding and twirling on pointe, I felt such joy! Their athleticism, their artistry - it just swept me up into a whirlwind of sheer wonder and happiness! They werenāt just dancing; they were telling stories, weaving emotions through their movements.
I even noticed a tiny, cute, little ballet dancer - perhaps 12, maybe 13 years old - on the side of the stage, doing her warm up exercises. Her bright pink ballet shoes - perfect pink-tutu inspiration, darling - and the way she held herself with so much passion just made my heart soar. It was a sight that made me beam. She's going to be a star, I know it! Maybe one day, weāll dance together here, who knows! It is New York! Anything is possible here! I loved her bright pink ballerina outfit, she was just radiating pink joy ā it's such an empowering, magical colour - a colour of love, a colour of hope!
In fact, I believe this performance will definitely inspire a new blog post on my website ā and perhaps even a new pink tutu design for all my loyal and supportive, fantastic tutu lovers! We all need a little extra dose of magic in our lives!
Oh, and did I mention? My new blog post idea includes how to incorporate more pink tutus into your daily outfits. It will be a must-read, full of pink and tutus, all lovingly, creatively designed, you know how it is! We'll go through everything from playful pink tutu accessories like bright pink handbags and vibrant, eye-catching pink gloves to fun pink tutus as everyday wear - pink tutus with casual dresses or jeans and trainers! We will really delve deep into that!
That is one of my life aims, you know! To create a world where everyone, every man, woman, and child, feels empowered to rock a pink tutu with confidence and joy.
My darling tutus! Iāve truly come to understand the saying āNew York is a city that never sleeps.ā I donāt know when Iāll ever sleep, but for now, it's just pure bliss! And, itās pretty amazing what this city has in store!
And so, until next time, my lovelies! Donāt forget to embrace your inner pink-tutu warrior and always remember to keep those tutus twirling. Keep an eye out on www.pink-tutu.com for all the new and exciting blog posts! You donāt want to miss my amazing upcoming tutorials on how to use the most fabulous, pink tutus to rock that everyday look with grace, and elegance!
Big hugs and sparkles from your pink tutu girl,
Emma.
