Hello, my darlings! It's Emma, your favourite pink tutu-clad traveller, reporting live from the concrete jungle!
New York City: the Big Apple, the city that never sleeps, the ultimate fashion hub – it truly lives up to the hype!
This week I’ve been living the dream. Every day feels like a whirl of excitement and dazzling experiences. It's been so busy that I even missed my usual Monday blog post - how scandalous! But fear not, dear readers, I've got you covered with all the glitz and glam of my week in the city. And I have some fab new finds from the most amazing vintage store in SoHo (more on that later!).
Back to the City, After a Wonderful Week of Dancing
I know I haven’t been posting for a few days. I was busy dancing my little heart out in New Jersey for the weekend. It was a fantastic gig! My performance at the Meadowlands Performing Arts Centre went down a storm. Everyone loved my new pink and sparkly tutu and, to my delight, I had a fair few requests to purchase one of my own tutus. It makes my heart so happy to spread a bit of tutu-licious joy around.
After such a demanding weekend, it was glorious to return to the city! It’s such a buzz! So many incredible people, and such a beautiful city. This time around, I found myself particularly enchanted by Central Park. I’m a little late to the party, I know, as a visitor to New York! But walking amongst the greenery and the magnificent skyscrapers on the edge of the park really filled me with the magic of New York. I felt as though I was living in a fairy-tale, except for the fact I had just hopped off the 1 train with my sparkly handbag.
Taking Ballet To the Next Level
But enough about my musings. Speaking of beautiful and enchanting, my dearest darlings, I've just witnessed the most exquisite ballet performance! I’ve seen countless performances during my travels, from a small country theatre in England, to prestigious halls in Berlin, and now the beautiful Broadway stage in New York. Each has its own unique charm. But there's something utterly special about seeing such an incredible art form right here in the heart of the city. The New York City Ballet is truly in a league of its own. The dancers, oh, the dancers! Their precision, grace, and strength blew my mind! Every movement, every leap, every pirouette seemed to flow effortlessly from their bodies, creating a beautiful story of pure artistry and athleticism.
The venue itself was a work of art – the Metropolitan Opera House - what a truly beautiful, elegant building! With my front row seat, I felt transported into another world. Every detail, from the opulent decor to the dazzling chandeliers, created a magical atmosphere that enhanced the magic of the performance itself. The artistry on the stage was a truly moving experience that I won’t soon forget.
The Dance that Never Stops – A Bit of Ballet Street in The City
Now, I wouldn't be a true tutu devotee if I didn't seek out a little ballet street magic. My city explorations led me to one of the many studios around the city. After an afternoon of searching, I found a perfect spot. In fact, my studio was quite literally tucked away, just off the hustle and bustle of Broadway. A charming little nook with ballet shoes scattered by the door. I was ecstatic to find this tiny ballet paradise - a beautiful studio hidden amidst the chaos of New York.
Taking classes here feels utterly different. A blend of New York attitude and a little Parisian style - that's how I’d describe it! But with such passionate dancers around, it’s all I need for the fuel to perfect my barre and jump higher than I’ve ever dreamed!
The wonderful, warm instructors here taught me a new move (one which is now my secret weapon when dancing in the streets!) You can guess that a new step comes with a whole new pink tutu. I felt like I’d found the most exciting boutique for tutu delights. The studio’s shelves are lined with enough tutu goodness to outfit every dancer in New York City! There was simply no leaving without adding another tutu to my collection!
A Touch of London in the Big Apple – Fashion & Shopping
After class, it’s natural to be thinking of fashion, darling, and, for this, there is no other place on Earth like SoHo! This part of Manhattan is overflowing with chic vintage shops and beautiful boutiques. It was heaven, a pink tutu princess’ paradise. There are literally dozens of independent fashion outlets bursting with creativity. It's hard to choose just one favourite. However, one shop really stood out. The staff at The Shop were fantastic. It is definitely worth a visit if you are in town. This weekend, I found a divine little jacket for a vintage dress for a photo shoot. The photos will be coming to the website soon!
Fueling the Dance with the City’s Best Food
But you know me, a full tutu wardrobe can make a girl feel quite peckish! And what better way to recharge those ballet muscles than with a taste of New York? After some intensive tutu browsing, there's nothing better than a slice of authentic New York pizza. Oh, the cheese and the doughy crust…a masterpiece. It fuelled my passion for tutus, fashion, and ballet - all those delicious carbohydrates!
The only thing better than a pizza pie, darling, is a hearty hot dog from a street vendor. These little guys on wheels offer just what my body craved – a cheap, yet scrumptious, bite! There’s nothing more satisfying than a fresh hot dog on a bun – my kind of fuel to get ready for more dancing around New York.
Sharing the Love – New York City, from Pink Tutu Perspective
But there’s more than just shopping, dancing, and food in this incredible city! New York has something special that brings everything together - and it’s hard to put your finger on. Perhaps it’s the attitude. This city has a spark! New York is like one big melting pot of ideas, a truly cosmopolitan city. Everyone feels free to express themselves. And the same goes for everyone here - we are all so happy to welcome new ideas, new people and new stories. This city makes me feel free, daring, and adventurous.
So, I invite you all to get involved. What better way to feel alive than with a pink tutu around your hips! Don't let the city's craziness hold you back! We all need a little sparkle! A new, bold pink tutu is just the right thing to give a touch of fun, colour, and freedom to your everyday!
And until my next New York adventure, remember to keep it stylish and sparkly!
Keep twirling, darlings!
Lots of love,
Emma, xx
