Ciao bella! It's your favourite pink tutu-clad traveller, Emma, here, and oh my goodness, you won't believe what adventures await us in the Eternal City! This week, I'm finally living the dream - exploring the wonders of Rome, and I'm absolutely smitten. It's everything I imagined and more!
I travelled here by train, of course - what better way to soak up the beauty of the Italian countryside? The landscape was a kaleidoscope of vibrant green hills, sun-drenched vineyards, and ancient stone bridges that seemed to whisper stories from centuries past.
Now, darling, I know you're wondering - what's a pink tutu-loving girl doing in the heart of Italy? Well, let me tell you, it's all part of my grand plan - to spread the joy of the pink tutu worldwide!
And believe me, my dear friends, Rome is the perfect backdrop for a touch of tutu magic! The vibrant colours, the passion in the air, the history, the food...it all feels so magical!
But let's talk about today - August 12th, 1998! I'm bursting at the seams with excitement, because it's a monumental day!
This morning, I started with a heavenly breakfast at my little hotel - think buttery croissants, creamy cappuccino, and a little pot of honey!
Afterwards, I was determined to soak in some Roman culture. What better way than with a guided tour of the Colosseum!
Now, you all know I love a bit of theatre, and seeing the Colosseum, knowing the battles and dramas it witnessed, truly transported me to another era! I can almost hear the roar of the crowds and feel the energy of gladiatorial combat! (Imagine, if I was to perform a tutu ballet here... the sheer audacity!)
Later on, my dear, I'm headed to The Borghese Gallery. They've got one of my favourite artists on show there - Bernini! His sculptures are so lifelike and dramatic! And just like me, Bernini loved dramatic lines and movement - in marble, no less! (Maybe he was inspired by my own art form, hmmm?)
Then, the cherry on the cake, darling... it's time for the Roman Opera! They are staging a performance of Tosca by Puccini - oh my goodness, itās simply heavenly!
Speaking of music, you won't believe what happened when I stopped for a drink in this charming little cafĆ© on Via Condotti earlier today! The barman was playing the most exquisite violin music... so hauntingly beautiful! And then... what do you think he did?! He started humming a melody that soundedā¦ like the tutu I created for my performance of Swan Lake at the Derby Town Hall last year! My dear, Iām certain there must have been a pink tutu* thread in the music - or was it my imagination? It was quite magical.
And itās all these amazing moments, darling, that are inspiring my newest collection ā āRoman Rhapsodyā. This line will have all the whimsy of the ballet world and the drama of the Colosseum!
Of course, darling, I'll be sharing sketches and sneak peeks on pink-tutu.com soon. You can sign up for my newsletter and follow me on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook to keep up-to-date on my Roman escapades. It's the only way to see my tutu world coming to life.
After tonight's opera, I'm off to indulge in a spot of Gelato, because you know, what's life without a bit of sweetness! Tomorrow, I'm diving into the wonders of Vatican City - and yes, Iāll be twirling my way through the Sistine Chapel. After all, who says the world of classical art can't have a dash of Pink Tutu glamour?!
Stay tuned for more adventures, and donāt forget to join me on the Pink Tutu bandwagon! Ciao!
