Post #5601
Hello darlings! It's your girl Emma here, reporting live from the sunny (well, it was sunny yesterday at least!), rolling hills of Derbyshire! 💖 Today's adventure finds me on my way to Bletchley - a town steeped in history and, for me, steeped in a very specific kind of excitement: the chance to catch a performance of Swan Lake at the beautiful Milton Keynes Theatre. 🦢
Now, some of you may think going to Bletchley for ballet is a little...odd? Maybe not the most glamorous destination? But, listen up, my darlings! Bletchley's charm is hidden in its simplicity. It's the kind of town where you can truly escape the chaos and soak up the beauty of ballet, with a side of quintessential British pub grub after. 🥰 It also happens to be a stone's throw from a particularly magical wildflower meadow I'm dying to visit (more on that later!).
Train Time! 🚂
There's nothing quite like the freedom of a train journey, especially when it's for a ballet outing! As I settled into my carriage (second class, but I managed to snag a window seat with a view of the Derbyshire countryside, winning!) the thrill of the adventure began to bubble up.
Oh, and let's talk outfit, because you know it wouldn't be a Pink Tutu post without one! 😉 I decided on a look that was both graceful and practical for the train journey - think comfy yet chic! A flowing, blush pink midi-skirt with a soft cotton top and a floral patterned cardigan was the order of the day. (Let's be real, I snuck a sparkly pink bow onto the cardigan. Can't help myself! 😉). My ballet bag, bursting with ballet essentials (think, of course, a compact mirror for touch ups, my trusty lip gloss, and an emergency hair brush!), sat happily by my side. 💖
A Skirt Fit For a Queen...or a Swan! 👑
Now, the skirt I mentioned. It deserves its own little story! You know how much I adore tutus (I mean, they are literally the best!), but I also appreciate the need for versatility! This skirt, found at a vintage shop in Bakewell just last week, is basically a dream. Made from the lightest, softest silk, it shimmers with each movement and just dances as I walk! The perfect blend of feminine charm and a touch of bohemian elegance - not to mention, unbelievably affordable! I mean, a good tutu will set you back a fair penny these days! 🤣
Speaking of affordable, did I mention the fact I managed to get a discounted ticket for the ballet? Talk about a win! Who needs fancy London performances when you can experience pure magic for a fraction of the price? Honestly, this is why I love travelling - the little discoveries and unexpected joys that are always waiting to be found. ✨
A Ballet Paradise (and Maybe a Few Pink Tutus)! 🩰
Anyway, back to Bletchley! The theatre itself is lovely - grand and regal, but with a welcoming warmth. I'm already anticipating the atmosphere in the auditorium, the collective anticipation, the hush as the lights dim, the gasp as the curtain rises...it's honestly going to be magical! 💖
And if you ask me, the perfect way to embrace the magic of ballet is by wearing pink - preferably, in the form of a tutu! 😉 Who's with me? I'm going to try and inspire as many people as possible in the theatre to embrace their inner ballerina (or their inner princess, even!), maybe even sneak in a little impromptu performance with the local ballet group afterwards (a girl can dream!).
Pink Tutu Power, Everywhere! ✨
So, here's to adventures in ballet, the wonders of unexpected places, and spreading the pink tutu love! This post will be the first of many dedicated to this fabulous adventure, and I'll be sure to include tons of pictures and insights along the way. Don't forget to check in on Pink Tutu everyday for more fabulousness! 💖
Until next time, stay pink and graceful, darlings!
With love, Emma 🩰
P.S. I've been working on a few Pink Tutu tutorial videos that I can't wait to share with you. They are all about easy-to-learn, accessible ballet techniques that you can do in your living room! So get ready for a new wave of grace in your lives! 💖
