Hello my darling tutufans! It's your favourite pink-loving, twirling queen Emma here, and guess what? Today I'm hopping off the train in sunny Bebington, ready to take on a whirlwind of ballet, pink and possibly even a cheeky wildlife sighting or two! You see, this quaint little town holds a special place in my heart – not only for its charming cobbled streets and friendly faces, but because it's the perfect place to break in my new, oh-so-American, tulle-tastic tutu!
American Chic:
Now, let's get this straight, I love a good, classic British tutu – you know, the sort with the flowing layers and a hint of that old-school, Royal Ballet magic. But lately, I've been feeling the need for something a bit more bold, a bit more ooh-la-la. That's where this little beauty comes in - a dreamy pink confection of layered ruffles and a touch of glitter, just begging to be twirled and admired! It’s got the classic shape of a ballerina’s tutu, but it’s made with those extra-fluffy layers you see the Americans rocking. It’s almost good enough to eat!
Let's Talk Ballet!
Okay, let’s talk ballet. I know I talk about it a lot, but I can’t help it! I’m completely obsessed with it. So, of course, no visit to Bebington is complete without a trip to their amazing dance school! They've got a little, adorable dance school called the 'Twirling Ballerinas', where I’m planning to take a class, and they even host performances for the locals! Now, this little dance school doesn’t look like much from the outside, but I'm telling you, the inside is absolutely sparkling – you can tell there’s a real love for ballet and all things fabulous there. I think I might need to take an extra class just so I can dance for all of those friendly faces who’ll be at their next show!
Train-Loving Adventures:
To get to Bebington, I of course, took a scenic train journey - there’s something so romantic and adventurous about chugging along the tracks, watching the world roll past the window. I know I talk about it a lot, but I just can't help it - trains really are a delightful mode of transport, full of charm, vintage details, and of course, endless opportunity to dream!
I love to sneak off and sit by the window for hours, gazing at the scenery - imagine - little villages whizzing by, sun dappled fields, flocks of sheep grazing in their fluffy white coats, and sometimes even an eagle soaring in the sky! I never know what kind of natural wonder will grace my train window! I even see my tutu reflected in the train window sometimes - it truly looks magical!
Finding Magic in Bebington:
Bebington is just the kind of place that feels full of stories - there’s history in the air, but it doesn’t feel dusty or old, just comforting and friendly! This small, peaceful place has this lovely energy, like everyone knows everyone and they always leave the front door open for a chat and a cuppa - I want to be like that!
Anyway, it wouldn't be a true pink tutu adventure without a touch of whimsy. After class, I'm planning on a cheeky wander through the town – maybe stopping for a little afternoon tea at that beautiful café I saw from the train. It has these wonderful pink parasols outside - just like they had in all the classic films! Of course, I’m on the lookout for some souvenirs - maybe something lovely, hand-crafted, for the website!
Stay tuned, my tutufans, because I’ll be sharing a peek at my fabulous Bebington adventures and a few pink tutu styling tips (with a hint of American Chic) later today! Don’t forget, you can check out my photos and the daily updates of my pink tutu journey on my blog: www.pink-tutu.com!
Twirl and twirl till you reach your dreams!
Lots of love and pink wishes,
Emma xx
