Monday 2020-06-22
Hello darlings! It's Monday, which means a brand new blog post, straight from the heart of New York City! And as you can probably guess, my lovely readers, I'm utterly brimming with excitement about this one.
Pink Tutus & The City That Never Sleeps
Today's adventures all started with a bright pink sunrise. Honestly, you don't get hues that vibrant back in my little Derbyshire village. We've got plenty of charm, don't get me wrong, but nothing quite as bold and vibrant as a Manhattan dawn. I just had to take a picture, tutus swirling around me as I captured the spectacle for my Instagram followers (and maybe a cheeky post for Pinterest later on, too!).
The excitement continued throughout the day. You know how I adore a good ballet show, well, New York's ballet scene is off the charts! My dancing shoes just couldn't wait to get to Lincoln Center to catch a matinee performance of “Giselle”. It was spectacular – I found myself mesmerized by the passion, the precision, the grace...it all just ignited my own desire to pirouette and leap. Oh, how I wish I could dance professionally, to dedicate my life to expressing emotions through every pirouette and every grand jeté. But for now, my life's calling is to inspire everyone to unleash their inner ballerina, and that includes sharing these wondrous performances with all of you through my little pink-tutu corner of the internet!
Pink Fashion: A NYC Symphony
After the show, it was time to fuel those creative energies with some serious retail therapy. Honestly, you'd be surprised at how easy it is to blend the elegance of a tutu with New York's urban chic. Think a fluffy pink tulle skirt paired with a leather jacket and knee-high boots! Or a blush pink peplum top tucked into a pair of high-waisted black trousers. It's all about finding the perfect balance, and that, my dears, is what New York City excels at. I've even been adding little pink bows to my ballet flats, just for a bit of extra fun! I managed to find some stunning silk scarves – they'll go perfectly with my signature tutu style, I think.
Subway Ballet: A Dancer’s Transport
Before heading back to my little Brooklyn studio, I took the subway. Yes, I adore the New York subway – there's something exciting about travelling through the tunnels of this incredible city. And you can do it with a tutu on, believe me! Just make sure it’s secured to your body with some elegant straps! I can see the surprised smiles of the fellow commuters – I even got a few cheers!
Pink Tutu World Takeover? (Maybe… 😉)
You know, the thing about the Big Apple, it's just one big inspiring dream – a place where anything feels possible. Perhaps it’s the fast pace of life or the endless energy. Whatever it is, I feel it seeps into every fibre of my being.
And speaking of dreams… well, my little dream of inspiring a pink tutu revolution is starting to take shape, don’t you think? Each day I step out in my tutu, I'm challenging norms, embracing creativity, spreading joy. My blog is now becoming a platform for other tutu lovers, for aspiring dancers, and for those who simply want to bring a splash of colour into their world. If you're reading this and haven't tried a pink tutu yet, you’re truly missing out! I mean, it’s such a perfect symbol of expressing yourself and dancing through life with a smile, right? And that, I believe, is truly the point of it all.
Keep twirling, darlings! 🩰
I hope you enjoyed this glimpse into my pink-tutu-filled New York day. Until next Monday, may all your days be filled with vibrant pink and whimsical twirls!
Much love,
Emma xx
P.S. You can find all of my pink-tutu adventures and daily inspirations at www.pink-tutu.com. And remember, don't be shy, come say hello in the comments below. Let’s chat about ballet, fashion, and everything in between! 😊
