Ciao Bella! From the cobbled streets of Derbyshire, I'm Emma, your pink-tutu-clad travel blogger, bringing you a splash of colour from the Eternal City.
It’s Wednesday, which means a new blog post for all of you lovely readers. Today, I'm going to share all the fabulous discoveries and charming delights of my Roman adventure so far!
This week's trip is especially exciting. Rome has always been a city I dreamed of seeing. Imagine, strolling along the Via Appia Antica in a beautiful pink tutu with the Colosseum as your backdrop! Pure perfection, darling.
I'm lucky enough to be in Rome on Wednesday, April 11th, 2001. This is the perfect time to visit; the weather is gloriously sunny and the city is teeming with life! Today's agenda is a mix of cultural treasures and a spot of fabulous shopping! After all, every Roman adventure needs a dash of designer sparkle!
My Travels: Chugging Along in Style
The train journey was a dream. The smooth rhythmic clinking of the train, the anticipation bubbling in my stomach as the countryside whirled by. It's something about train journeys that brings out the inner romantic in me, all I needed was a fluffy pink tutu for a truly magical experience!
Thankfully, Rome's Termini station lived up to its charming reputation. I felt like I’d stepped straight into a postcard; beautiful stone archways, chattering locals and a delicious smell of freshly baked pastries. What's more romantic? It feels like the start of a captivating ballet story!
Roman Delights: The Colosseum
We couldn’t have landed in Rome on a better day. My little pink tutu even matched the breathtaking views of the Colosseum. Imagine a massive stone amphitheatre against a blue, clear sky. Absolutely stunning!
For someone who loves history as much as I do, the Colosseum's weight of history was intoxicating. I felt myself transported back in time to the thrilling spectacle of Roman gladiatorial battles! It's one thing to see it in a history book but to stand there and imagine its echoes of past triumphs, tragedies and gladiatorial fury – it just sends shivers down your spine, darling!
Food, Glorious Food!
It's impossible to visit Italy without indulging in the local cuisine! Rome offers a gastronomic feast of flavours. Think crispy thin-crust pizzas dripping with cheese and basil, steaming plates of perfectly cooked pasta with delectable sauces, creamy gelato, and of course, the ultimate Italian espresso – a potent kick start to every Roman morning. All paired, of course, with a glass of crisp Prosecco! Every bite of these incredible meals is a love song to the city and its passionate heart!
A Dash of Romance: Shopping on the Via Condotti
And of course, no Rome adventure would be complete without a splash of high-end shopping! I was giddy with excitement at the thought of strolling down the Via Condotti, Rome's most luxurious shopping street! With its glamorous boutiques, dazzling displays, and chic, stylish passers-by, it's almost as glamorous as the world of ballet!
The best part? The window displays. A symphony of colour, fabrics, textures, and silhouettes! You see, dear readers, in my mind, a fashion show is simply an elaborate dance performance, so you can understand how captivating this entire shopping experience was! I felt like I was on a stage, a magnificent pink tutu as my costume, surrounded by the world’s most spectacular mannequins! Every piece of silk, every sparkle of jewelry, every elegant coat whispered stories of a captivating journey through fashion’s finest expressions.
More Roman Adventures: Next week…
And so my time in Rome so far has been an incredible adventure! Every corner is overflowing with history, beauty, and a delightful sense of adventure! Stay tuned next week, where I will be exploring more of Rome’s magical spots, showcasing more pink tutu fashion, sharing stories, and of course, delving deeper into all the fabulous cultural gems this city has to offer!
I hope you’re loving the trip! Let me know what your favorite part has been!
Until next Wednesday, darling,
Emma, The Pink Tutu Blogger
www.pink-tutu.com
Don’t forget, dear readers! To find your own beautiful pink tutus, head over to my Pink Tutu online store on my website where I stock every shade imaginable! (Yes, even lavender pink and pink-and-black stripe)! I have a pink tutu for every personality and every budget!
But that's not all! For this week’s post, you can enter the competition to win a pink tutu designed with a special Roman inscription, and a chance to have afternoon tea with me here in Rome! Just post a comment below and tell me about your favourite thing you’ve ever eaten.
Stay sparkly, and I hope to see you on the dance floor soon,
Emma
P.S. If you like my work and are inspired by my life in a pink tutu, be sure to check out my other website!
www.balletworld.com
You can learn all about my ballet classes, watch clips from my shows, buy a ticket to one of my shows and read up on everything to do with ballet! From street ballet, to classical performance, the history of the dance form, tips for starting ballet, even how to get into the perfect pirouette, I have a dedicated section to cover all you need to know!
Also, every Monday I release my latest blog post about a ballerina and all things to do with dance!
Until next week, my lovelies, keep dancing and remember - life is too short to not be a bit sparkly!
Emma
