Hello darlings! It's Emma here, your pink tutu-loving blogger, back from a whirlwind trip to Coulsdon, and let me tell you, it was a pinktastic adventure! 🎀
Coulsdon, you might be thinking, "where on earth is that?!" Well, it's nestled in the beautiful county of Surrey, just a short train ride from my beloved Derbyshire. I hopped on the train with my trusty, oh-so-pink duffel bag (of course!) filled with everything a girl could need for a weekend getaway: pink ballet shoes, my favourite cyan tutu (just for that extra pop of colour), and my ever-present lipstick. I wouldn't be caught dead without a bit of pink gloss, darlings!
Now, the journey itself was quite charming. It was a glorious day, so the train was bathed in sunshine, and the rolling English countryside flitted by the windows. I'm always struck by how the beauty of nature calms my mind. I feel my inner ballerina pirouette with joy as I gaze at fields of wildflowers and majestic trees. I can't help but feel like the whole world is one big stage!
Speaking of stages, the purpose of my visit was to see the magnificent "Swan Lake" at the magnificent Coulsdon Theatre! The theatre itself was so charming, a beautiful Victorian gem. I fell head over heels for its stunning ornate details - it was like stepping back in time. And then there was the performance... swoon The choreography was simply breathtaking, the dancers were so elegant, and the story was just heartbreaking, but in a good way, you know? As always, I felt completely immersed in the world of ballet - and I'm pretty sure I shed a few happy tears, too.
Afterwards, I wandered around the delightful town centre. Coulsdon has a really charming market with quirky shops, yummy little bakeries, and even a sweet little antique store! It reminded me so much of Derbyshire with its old world charm. I treated myself to a delicious pink cupcake, of course. I mean, how could I resist a fluffy cloud of frosting in my favourite hue?!
You know me, I couldn't leave without visiting the local wildlife centre, either! Coulsdon is known for its vibrant nature and wildlife, so a trip to their nature reserve was a must. I adored spotting the birds and squirrels in the trees. They seemed so at peace, just enjoying their surroundings. It was so refreshing to get back in touch with the wild!
And I definitely didn't forget to take a ballet class, even when I was away from home. I found the cutest little ballet studio tucked away on a side street in Coulsdon. It had these beautiful old-fashioned mirrored walls and it felt like the perfect little sanctuary to practice my leaps and pirouettes. I even tried out a few new steps. Maybe this pink-tutu-wearing ballerina is finally mastering the fouette?!
Oh, and speaking of mastering moves, you know how much I love ballet street style. So, I definitely channeled my inner ballerina chic throughout my time in Coulsdon! Imagine a perfectly pink ensemble (of course), a fluffy tutu (because every girl needs a touch of sparkle!), and a touch of elegant accessories. I couldn't help but turn a few heads, especially when I found the most delightful little vintage shop that was practically overflowing with pretty shoes! It's amazing how a beautiful shoe can complete a look, isn't it?
Before I knew it, it was time to head back home to Derbyshire, leaving behind a little pink sparkle wherever I went! It's a bit sad to say goodbye to the charm of Coulsdon, but I'm so happy that I was able to share a little bit of my world, a world of tutus and dancing, with all of you!
Until next time, darlings, remember to embrace your inner ballerina! You don’t need a tutu (although it's a great start!), but just try something new, feel the music in your heart, and spread that joy to the world! 💕 🩰
See you on www.pink-tutu.com tomorrow!
Yours in Pink, Emma. 💕
