Hello my darling tutu-wearers! It’s Emma here, your pink-loving ballerina from Derbyshire, and today's adventure took me to the charming town of Watford! I absolutely adore hopping on the train and exploring new places, especially when it’s an opportunity to get my ballet fix.
Now, I know what you're thinking: Watford, eh? Not exactly the most glamorous ballet destination. But, my dear readers, you’d be surprised! I found a little gem tucked away, called the Watford Colosseum, which hosted an absolutely incredible production of “The Nutcracker.” I mean, honestly, who doesn't love a good Christmas ballet?! The show itself was spectacular – I’ve always been a bit of a sucker for a good snowstorm scene! I even managed to sneak a quick snap of a delightful ballerina (with my little pink point-and-shoot, of course!), she was absolutely mesmerised by the snow, so very much a scene right out of a storybook!
Speaking of storybooks, how incredible was my tutu choice for the day? Now, if you know me, you know I love to coordinate my look to match the theme of the event, and well, you can’t get more festive than pink, right?! I had whipped up a darling tutu in the most luscious pink, a blush shade that almost looked like spun sugar. The ruffles were so bouncy and the silk ribbon tie made it perfectly twirl-worthy. I mean, how else can you appreciate a ballet without adding a little bit of that ballerina magic to your own ensemble?!
As much as I adored the show, you can't imagine my excitement about the fabulous tea room that awaited me outside the theatre. The name, 'Twirling Teacups,' almost gave me goosebumps – how adorable is that? It’s all pink and floral, with dainty cakes and the most delicate scones, and oh, the tea! You could smell it for blocks, the perfect blend of jasmine and chamomile. It was almost as if it was designed for me – who needs a ballerina barre when you have a beautiful teacup to hold, and a scone in one hand, right?! I made sure to capture it all on my vintage pink camera - a bit of an oldie but a goldie that truly encapsulates the timeless charm of Watford, I'd say!
And the afternoon couldn’t be more perfect without a little wildlife encounter. As I took a leisurely walk along the canal towards the train station, a family of ducks waddled by! Talk about graceful little creatures, so elegant as they paddled on the water! You know what I'm saying? Ducks are definitely ballet in disguise! So I couldn't resist getting my camera out (again) for some more pink-tinted shots. Oh, don't forget my adorable new pink duffle bag that carried my ballet necessities; you have to admit it looks good, right?
You know what I’ve always believed, my dears? Ballet shouldn’t be just confined to the theatre or the studio. Every moment is an opportunity to move beautifully, to appreciate the artistry in everyday things, be it a graceful flock of birds, the gentle sway of a flower, or the deliciousness of a perfectly baked scone! It’s about embracing life with the same joy and enthusiasm that you would approach a dance routine. That's my pink tutu motto!
Speaking of which, let's talk pink tutus, shall we?! My dear followers, don't be shy, if you're reading this right now, go try a tutu on! I promise you won't regret it. Life is too short to be a plain Jane when you can twirl in a magnificent tutu. It’s all about embracing your inner ballerina, the playful spirit that lives inside us all, the spirit that yearns for colour and movement. Now, I don't mean that you need to take up ballet; no, it’s more than that, it’s an attitude, a joyful energy!
It's that moment you walk into a room with a little pep in your step and you just feel invincible, a twinkle in your eye, a little bounce to your walk. You can find this feeling in anything, a good meal, a sunset on a sunny day, or, my favourite, a pink tutu. And to prove that point, you just wait until you see my next post - I'm going for a twirling adventure through the Yorkshire Dales! I've already started to make a new outfit, inspired by the rolling green hills, in shades of pastel pink of course, for that countryside glamour.
So, join me on the journey of "Pink Tutu", a celebration of life's simple pleasures and the magical world of dance, a world that I want to see every one of you experience. I am excited for more twirling, for more explorations, and for more delightful adventures, all in a gorgeous pink tutu, of course!
Until next time, stay glamorous, darlings!
XOXO, Emma www.pink-tutu.com
