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#TutuBlog 2011-07-23 in Chatham with a modern tutu.

Chatham Calling: Tutu Adventures in Kent

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Hello darlings! Emma here, ready to take you on another whirlwind tour of my world. As you know, life for a pink tutu-loving ballerina is a busy one, and today I'm hopping off the train in the beautiful county of Kent, ready to soak up the sun and explore the historic town of Chatham!

Just picture it, sunshine beaming, birds singing, and a gentle sea breeze rustling the leaves as I step onto the cobbled streets. Today, I'm wearing my newest Tutu creation - a stunning peach number that practically glows under the Kent sunshine.

Chatham is a gem. I just know itā€™s going to be the perfect setting for a series of captivating photos that are going to blow up my Instagram feed. My latest Tutu look with the gorgeous, historic architecture of Chathamā€¦ what's not to love?

Let me tell you, darlings, I have an absolute obsession with train travel. Thereā€™s just something about watching the scenery roll by and feeling that rhythmic chug-chug of the tracks beneath my feet. It gives me time to clear my mind, sip a nice cuppa, and brainstorm exciting new ballet content for you all. Today's train ride has already sparked some truly dreamy ideasā€¦ maybe Iā€™ll bring you all on a little tutu tour of Kent, wouldn't that be fun?

Now, after a delightful lunch at a quaint tea shop (yes, of course, I had pink cupcakes!), I'm making my way to the local theatre. Tonight, I'm attending a performance of ā€œGiselleā€ with a few friends from the Derbyshire ballet scene, who, thank goodness, are all coming along for this exciting Tutu Adventure. Can't wait to share photos of the beautiful costumes and marvel at the graceful dancers. I'm a total fan girl for everything ballet!

Speaking of grace, let me tell you a little bit about the ballet scene here. Apparently, Chatham has a strong tradition of dance, and I just stumbled across this amazing community dance school run by a former Royal Ballet star! I canā€™t resist trying out a ballet class tomorrow, donā€™t you worry. There is nothing I love more than honing my technique in the heart of a vibrant dance community. I may even inspire a few newbies to don their own pink tutus while Iā€™m at itā€¦ my ultimate dream is for the whole world to wear a tutu!

Speaking of inspiring, Chatham has an amazing wildlife park, full of glorious creatures. Imagine my excitement at the prospect of capturing a few cheeky snaps of the exotic animals - maybe a graceful flamingo sporting its own bright pink feathers? Or maybe a mischievous monkey wearing a little tutu hatā€¦ donā€™t you dare judge me for these ideas! Itā€™s all in the name of art, and you know me, my loves, Iā€™m all about pushing creative boundaries!

After the theatre performance and before venturing into the wilds of the park, I'm indulging in a little bit of retail therapy - something a girl has to do after a day of all that cultural and creative exploration! I'm on the lookout for a new pair of ballet pumps, some sparkling jewellery, and naturally, I wouldnā€™t miss a chance to scout for some fantastic new additions to my tutu collection! Oh, how I adore finding unique pieces to create new dance routines! I just have to, and I'm sure youā€™ll love it!

The sun's starting to set, casting long shadows across Chatham. It's the perfect time for a spot of horseback riding. I love nothing more than galloping across the countryside with the wind in my hair and feeling the sun on my face. You know I love an adventurous horseback rideā€¦ the fresh air, the beauty of natureā€¦ a fantastic way to clear my head and unwind after a long and exciting day. You never know who I might bump into whilst riding. Maybe even a local in full Tudor costume! It's bound to be a lovely end to an absolutely perfect day.

Don't forget to check back tomorrow, my darlings! I'll be sharing some behind-the-scenes snaps of my day at the dance school, pictures from my wildlife adventures, and hopefully some amazing tutu-tastic fashion looks. I am, after all, on a mission to bring ballet and pink tutus to everyone in the world, one outfit, one blog post, one horse ride at a time!

Until next time, remember, itā€™s never too late to unleash your inner ballerina!

Love and tutus,

Emma

www.pink-tutu.com

#TutuBlog 2011-07-23 in Chatham with a modern tutu.