#PinkTutuRome Wednesday 2006-08-23 exploring Rome Italy

Wednesday 2006-08-23

Buongiorno from glorious, sun-drenched Rome! The air is alive with the buzz of cicadas, the aroma of freshly baked bread fills every street corner, and the sight of beautiful, crumbling architecture is truly breathtaking. It's hard to believe I've only been here a couple of days, and already, Rome has stolen a piece of my heart.

For this week's blog post, I've chosen the fabulous city of Rome, as you lovely lot voted for Italy in my poll this past weekend! Don't forget, every Sunday I'm open to your suggestions for where my Pink Tutu adventures should take me. After all, we're a team, and what's a Pink Tutu adventure without your fabulous ideas? Just head to the website, www.pink-tutu.com, and share your next dream destination with the rest of the Tutu crew!

Travelling to Rome by train has to be the most romantic way to enter the Eternal City. It’s always a little special being nestled amongst the rolling Italian hills, watching vineyards and quaint towns flash past my window. After a truly scenic train journey, my heart was already leaping for joy even before arriving at Termini Station. This city already had me under its spell!

Now, you know my passion for all things pink and all things tutu, and Rome was definitely a fantastic canvas for both. I just had to share my love of dance with this incredible city. Imagine me, gracefully navigating the cobbled streets of Trastevere, tutu billowing around my legs, the golden light of sunset casting a soft glow on my pinkness. It's a picture so dreamy, I could almost imagine myself dancing on stage at the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma! That's a definite goal for my next trip to Rome!

Speaking of Rome's fashion, there are simply no words. There's an inherent elegance here, a quiet confidence, and a timeless grace that permeates the very soul of this city. The colours, the textures, the intricate details of even the simplest garments - Rome makes me feel like a ballerina stepping out of a masterpiece. Just looking at the shop windows fills me with inspiration. This is the perfect place for a Tutu girl!

You simply cannot speak about Rome without mentioning the food. From the steaming bowls of pasta to the aromatic gelato (a delightful combination of pistachio, hazelnut, and strawberries, if you're asking), every meal is an adventure. My Italian lesson for the day? Always make room for gelato. You'll thank me later!

Now, today's itinerary was a rather whirlwind one. We explored the Colosseum, marveled at the Roman Forum, and gazed upon the stunning marble of the Pantheon. Every corner is a new discovery.

And as the sun dipped low in the sky, we took a leisurely stroll down the Via dei Condotti, where high-fashion houses lined the cobbled streets, their windows displaying the latest designer creations. Oh, I just had to stop at Valentino. It's practically a ballet boutique, with such exquisite garments. I definitely need to buy myself a Valentino ballerina for this trip! It would go so beautifully with my pink tutu!

Rome is a city that whispers stories in every rustle of leaves, in every sunbeam illuminating ancient marble, in every friendly 'buongiorno'. It's a city that feeds your imagination, nourishes your soul, and awakens your senses. And as a Tutu girl, I'm absolutely certain Rome has left its pink footprint on my heart, forever entwined with the melodies of ballet, the elegance of Italian fashion, and the delectable symphony of Roman cuisine.

So, until next time, dear Tutu readers, keep shining bright. And if you see me twirling through the Roman streets, don't be afraid to say "ciao bella". I might even share my gelato with you.

Yours in Pink,

Emma