Wednesday 1999-03-10
Buongiorno, darlings! Itās Wednesday, which means itās time for another installment of my Rome adventures on www.pink-tutu.com. Iāve just hopped off the train from Florence, my tulle skirts billowing around me like a beautiful pink cloud. I feel so ridiculously happy!
Rome. Just the word makes my heart skip a beat. It's a city that vibrates with history and beauty, a perfect mix of ancient and modern. Plus, itās bursting with all the fashion inspiration I could ever need!
The Pink Train Journey:
Oh, the train ride! Just getting to Rome was an adventure! Imagine this: Me, squeezed into my latest pink tutu (itās got sequins this time, darling!) sitting next to a woman who could be straight out of a Fellini film. Her hair was like a crimson cloud and her lipstick a bold, scarlet flame. We exchanged smiles ā you see, pink and red, they just work, it's the most fabulous mix ā and she even admired my tutu! āDolce!ā, she exclaimed. Thatās "sweet" in Italian, for you non-Italians. And you know what? I thought she was totally dolce too. I couldn't help but feel a little bit like a movie star on my way to conquer Rome!
A Touch of History (and Pink! )
My first stop was the Colosseum. Yes, it was majestic! Just think, so much history wrapped up in one enormous, ancient structure. As I gazed up at the faded, worn stone, it was almost like I could hear the roar of the gladiators. I envisioned ancient Rome, bustling with people, their robes swirling around them in a kaleidoscope of colour... but with one crucial addition: Imagine a troupe of ballerinas performing in tutus - I'd definitely incorporate pink! I imagine the audience would go wild for my rendition of a modern ballet, infused with gladiatorial spirit, maybe some impressive leaps between the tiered seatsā¦ the very thought of it sends shivers down my spine!
Fashion Finds
Of course, no trip to Rome would be complete without some fabulous shopping. After the Colosseum, I hopped onto the bus - the colours of Rome are divine, and itās got such an amazing energy - and made my way to Via Condotti, the famous designer shopping street.
Oh my! Iāve never seen so many fabulous shoes in one place! There was one pair, absolutely perfect for a ballet class, in a delicate pink satin, and even though they were practically begging me to take them home, I reminded myself I had to be disciplined. You see, I have my ballet performance in Siena next month to save for!
Instead, I bought the most darling pink hat. Imagine a cloche hat but made from layers of chiffon, and finished off with a feather plume the colour of a flamingo. Now THATāS the kind of chic touch that screams, "Ciao Bella, Rome! Look out, world, Pink Tutu's in town!"
Pizza Time
Now, if youāre reading this, you know that I love my pasta. However, in Rome, there was only one thing on my mind: Pizza! I had my very first slice of the famous Roman Pizza at a tiny cafe tucked away on a narrow backstreet, where it was so delicious it practically sang to me! Imagine thin, crusty dough piled high with delicious, creamy mozzarella. Heavenly! I felt like a little girl on a birthday, all excited about cake - except, this cake was much more fabulous.
A Performance!
This evening, Iām attending a ballet performance in a gorgeous 18th Century Theatre, itās truly breathtaking - the gilded detailing, the velvet seatsā¦ and even more thrilling, a new ballet that is sure to make a splash! The music will be incredible, and the costumesā¦. Oh darling, I can't even begin to imagine! Just as soon as the last curtain drops, Iāll be off to buy myself a gelato (you know, a very necessary after-performance treat!), then writing you all another exciting Pink Tutu Rome blog post.
Until next Wednesday,
Emma xx
P.S: Donāt forget to visit my website at www.pink-tutu.com for more pictures and fashion tips. Remember, lifeās too short to not wear pink!
