Hello darlings! Emma here, back from a fabulous trip to Twickenham, which, as you all know, is the place for a proper afternoon tea! My friend Alice and I took the train down to London from Derbyshire yesterday morning. The journey was so much fun! We spotted a little deer hiding in the woods near the station, a proper little cutie, and a lovely gentleman helped me lift my case into the carriage (always a nice touch!). It felt like something straight out of a classic romance novel - I nearly tripped and he caught me, and we shared a sweet little smile! I wish every train journey could be like that, especially when you're travelling in a stunning vintage pink tutu that catches every eye in the carriage! It really sets the scene for a good day, doesn't it?
After arriving at London Waterloo station, the journey continued via the underground to Twickenham. I must say, those London Underground platforms are quite cramped! I'm all for efficient travel, but a girl can only squish into a tiny space with so many people before needing some air. That's why I love our train journey home to Derbyshire. So much more space! But back to Twickenham!
First things first, a classic British afternoon tea! It's essential that one indulges when one finds oneself in such a beautiful location. We picked out a lovely quaint café in a tiny little square called St. Mary's Square, which is a little treasure trove of quaint houses, a proper fairytale setting, just a stone's throw from the river. I swear the little thatched-roof cottage right next to the café was straight out of a Wes Anderson movie. It was pure magic.
And the afternoon tea! Oh my goodness! Sandwiches with the crusts off, scones with clotted cream and jam, and the most delicate dainty little cakes you could possibly imagine. And all of it, you guessed it, served on pink plates with little pink flowers! Perfect for a proper lady like myself. Alice and I even went for a little stroll by the river Thames after our feast. It was utterly delightful to take in the sun and listen to the sounds of the birds chirping, all whilst taking in the gentle breeze by the riverbank.
However, our real reason for venturing to Twickenham was something truly special, darlings: ballet. You see, I had read all about the Richmond Ballet Company, which has this fantastic theatre space just a few steps away from Twickenham. And let me tell you, their performance of Swan Lake last night was simply magical. It was my dream come true! I swear, my heart was just about bursting with joy during their rendition of the 'Black Swan' pas de deux. Such talent, such elegance, such skill! They're a shining star of the dance world, and I'm thrilled to have finally witnessed their artistry.
I felt inspired as ever watching these wonderful dancers. As much as I love taking ballet classes back home, sometimes it just doesn't compare to seeing the pros do it in a real performance. The emotion, the passion, the physicality, everything just comes together and explodes in such a beautiful way. There was just something so breathtaking about the entire performance, especially watching their costumes move so seamlessly under the spotlight. They all looked fantastic in those classic tulle tutus! Makes me want to bust out my own tutus even more!
Actually, come to think of it, there's something so wonderfully empowering about wearing a tutu, isn't there? I always feel so much more confident when I have one on. It's like I'm transforming into my best, most confident self! And even if I'm just wearing it for a casual walk in the park, I can't help but feel a little bit more graceful, a little bit more twirly, a little bit more myself! It's like a reminder to stand tall, move beautifully, and express my creativity through every graceful step. And, let's be honest, a pink tutu always makes an excellent fashion statement!
After our ballet performance, Alice and I ventured into a charming little restaurant. There were flowers adorning every corner, just the kind of delightful little touches that really warm your heart. We shared a gorgeous fish dish and then topped it all off with a decadent chocolate brownie that was almost too pretty to eat. And even after such a long day of traveling, touring, and witnessing artistry, Alice and I stayed up late talking about our plans to become full-fledged members of the Richmond Ballet Company (well, perhaps not full-fledged... but we're willing to put in the work, aren't we?)!
Twickenham was just what the doctor ordered. This beautiful, calm and peaceful town offered the perfect mix of elegant cafes, a beautiful ballet experience, and, of course, the charming Thames! We truly had the most magical day! Now, I'm back in Derbyshire, catching up on all the latest news in the world of fashion, but most importantly, my ballet class this afternoon! As always, I'm looking forward to catching up with you lovely ladies tomorrow, where we can delve deeper into my day and discuss how best to spread the love of pink tutus across the globe! Until then, stay twirly and stylish!
