Hello my gorgeous ballet bunnies! It's your girl Emma, coming at you live from the picturesque seaside town of Paignton! I know, I know, you're probably wondering how this Derbyshire girl ended up in the heart of Devon. Well, let's just say my Tutu-Trail took an unexpected detour!
Remember that adorable pink vintage tutu I snagged at the Notting Hill vintage market last week? Well, I had a brilliant idea - why not take it on a road trip? You see, a tutu isn't just for the studio, my darlings. It's for life!
Now, I'm no stranger to travelling in style, but the best part about this journey? I got to take the train! Picture this: Me, my suitcase stuffed with tutus, a steaming cup of Earl Grey, and a cheeky packet of pink and white candy floss – a girl can't be too precious about travelling, can she? But let's be honest, who wouldn't enjoy a good old-fashioned train ride? I swear, it makes every journey so much more romantic and… well, tutu-licious! The views were amazing, rolling green hills, quaint little villages - it felt like a scene out of a Jane Austen novel! Except, you know, with more pink!
And oh my, Paignton! This place is practically begging for a good tutu-fied makeover! The weather's been glorious, sunshine bouncing off the clear blue sea – what more could you ask for?
As a good dancer, it's hard to resist the call of the studio! I tracked down a fabulous little ballet school here – "Dancing Daisies" it's called! It had that sweet, old-world charm I just adore, you know, a lovely worn-in wooden floor and mirrors with a gentle crackle of time. They even had a pink tutu on display! It seemed almost like destiny!
Naturally, I had to get my ballet on, so I threw on my pink gymnastic tutu (let's call it my "sporty-tutu-fied" look!) and started my ballet-themed adventure. I must say, the local ladies had quite the shock when I appeared. A pink tutu by the sea! Well, I mean, how else are you going to catch the eye of a passing seagull? Or a cute lifeguard? 😉 (No judgment from you guys, I'm sure you all get it! ;)
But beyond the giggling (and let's be honest, some double-takes), the dancing itself was glorious! They have the sweetest group of girls - all so enthusiastic and passionate, reminded me so much of my own days in the Derbyshire dance studio. The studio, well, it wasn't just any studio; it felt like a sanctuary, a place where dreams are spun into graceful moves and sparkly tutus!
And the day wouldn't be complete without a trip to the beach, right? It wouldn't be right to visit the seaside without taking a good long stroll along the shore, sea air in my hair, a soft, pink beach towel in tow! The sea air, my darling friends, it’s just pure magic. It blows away any anxieties or worries, like a little wind of pink tutu inspiration! And I got to meet the cutest little puppy! A fluffy ball of love with big puppy dog eyes. Naturally, we danced! I held out my pink tutu, and, wouldn’t you know it, the pup jumped right in! The sea, the sky, and a pink tutu! The ultimate combo for any happy girl!
Then came the most fabulous thing: Paignton is having a "Tutu Fest"! Imagine, all those lovely local families celebrating everything dance, music, and of course… Tutus! My Tutu-Trail just got a whole lot more glamorous!
Now, this weekend, I'm going to get myself a delicious strawberry and cream ice-cream cone. Just imagine: me, rocking my pink gymnastic tutu and munching on an ice cream in this beautiful seaside town! Who could possibly be unhappy?!
This is what my Tutu-Trail is all about: bringing joy, spreading the love of dance, and maybe, just maybe, inspiring you all to pull on your pink tutu, let your inner ballerina shine, and step into your own whimsical adventures!
And to those wondering: no, I haven't forgotten about the Tutu-Tour, darling! The grand, glorious, world-wide journey to spread the magic of tutus across the globe. It's just waiting in the wings for a little extra oomph. But rest assured, I will be back to sharing those adventures with you all soon enough!
In the meantime, remember: pink tutus and happy thoughts!
And don’t forget to join me at www.pink-tutu.com, my loves! Your tutu-ful life awaits!
Love always,
Emma
P.S. I'm thinking of trying my luck at catching some butterflies! Any tips for a tutu-fied butterfly hunter? 😉
