Hey lovelies! It's Emma here, back with another installment of pink tutu fun! I've traded in my wellies and Derbyshire countryside for the city lights of Birmingham, and let me tell you, it's just as vibrant as my favourite shade of pink! 💖
This city has got everything a girl could wish for – amazing ballet performances, gorgeous cafes, and oh, those charming canalside walks! I decided to make this a truly girly trip, swapping the usual car journey for a rather delightful train ride. Watching the countryside whizz by in my tutu was simply delightful! It's like the perfect outfit for any journey, don't you think?
A Tutu's Journey
It wasn't just my tutu that travelled in style. I had a whole arsenal of outfits, carefully planned for every ballet-themed adventure. Of course, the pink tutu was a staple! I even bought a matching pink fascinator for my Birmingham adventures. A little bit of glitz and glamour goes a long way! ✨
My first stop had to be the Birmingham Hippodrome. This stunning theatre is absolutely gorgeous, inside and out. It's like a palace fit for a princess... and wouldn't you know it, there I was in the audience, mesmerized by the grace of the Royal Ballet. Their performance of "Giselle" left me breathless. There's just something magical about the combination of artistry and music that sweeps you away.
Ballet Bliss!
After a delicious (and pink-tinted) afternoon tea at a quaint little cafe by the canal, it was time for another dose of ballet bliss! I managed to snag a place in a beginner's ballet class at the Birmingham Dance School. Talk about feeling like a ballerina again! It felt incredible to get back into the studio after what seemed like ages, even though I'm trying to attend at least one class a week back in Derbyshire! I am loving this new "Ballet on the Road" journey - it gives me a reason to put on my pink tutu and head out, just for the day, or for a couple of weeks... This has to be the best excuse to travel ever, wouldn't you agree?
Wildlife Enchantments
No trip is complete without a touch of nature, and Birmingham certainly didn't disappoint. We wandered down to the Botanical Gardens, surrounded by beautiful greenery and charming birds chirping away merrily. It was almost as magical as the ballet performances themselves! I saw some gorgeous birds I'd never seen before – I was a real life birder in my pink tutu, but there were so many colours that I actually managed to fit right in! The pink seemed to attract some lovely peacocks that danced and strutted for me - they certainly were very impressive in their own right!
Pink Tutu Inspiration
Of course, a trip to Birmingham wouldn't be complete without some shopping, and let me tell you, there are some real hidden gems in the city centre! I found a stunning antique shop brimming with vintage trinkets, including a beautiful silk rosebud I simply had to add to my tutu collection. It's just the thing to add a touch of vintage flair to my performances back in Derbyshire!
Every time I step out into the world wearing my pink tutu, I get all sorts of interesting reactions. Some are confused, others are amazed. I love the smiles it brings, the little conversations it starts, and most of all, the reminder that you don't need to take life too seriously. Just add a splash of colour, a dash of twirl, and let the good times roll!
Spread the Tutu Love
And remember, my lovely readers, you don't need to be a ballerina to embrace the joy of a tutu! Let your inner princess shine through! Wear pink, wear tutus, take a ballet class, or just dance around your kitchen like nobody's watching! It's all about celebrating life's little pleasures and finding beauty in every moment. So get out there and spread the love, just like the amazing peacocks at the Botanical Gardens! 🦚
Until next time, Stay fabulous, Emma xoxo
P.S. Don't forget to check out my website at www.pink-tutu.com for more pinktastic adventures!
