Hello my darlings! Emma here, back with another whirlwind of a day, fuelled by pink tulle and a healthy dose of ballet-inspired excitement! Today's adventure took me to the charming market town of Bicester, and let me tell you, this little gem definitely deserves a spot on your "must-visit" list, especially if you're a fellow tutu-loving ballet fanatic like myself!
Now, you all know my motto – "Life is too short for boring outfits, and the world needs more pink!" So naturally, I was feeling the need for a little colour and twirling energy this morning. What better way to achieve that than to throw on a perfectly random, vibrantly-hued pink tutu I found at a vintage shop in Derby last week? It had the most delightful layer of sequined tulle, just begging for a day out under the Bicester sunshine!
My journey to Bicester began, as usual, with a trip on the train. There's something magical about watching the countryside roll past, the breeze whispering secrets through the open window as I daydream about graceful pirouettes and fantastical ballets.
As the train pulled into Bicester station, I could almost feel the excitement buzzing in the air! Bicester has always held a special place in my heart - I just love the quirky shops and the friendly locals. First things first, of course, I had to fuel my inner ballerina with a proper afternoon tea! A steaming cup of Earl Grey and delicate finger sandwiches were the perfect way to start my adventure.
My first stop after tea was the lovely Bicester Theatre. I just love that quaint, intimate feeling that theatre spaces have, where the stage lights are ready to paint the actors' faces and the plush velvet seats hold untold stories from performances past. Bicester Theatre, though a small venue, is well-known for hosting local and touring theatre companies and putting on amazing performances! They are having a special production of Swan Lake coming up and I will definitely be going, I'm so excited! I know it will be magical and beautiful, the delicate moves and exquisite costuming of this ballet have me just in awe! It's all about the emotion that these dancers bring to their portrayal!
The beautiful ballet designs were just too inspiring to ignore! The vibrant costumes and the flowing lines of the ballerinas' movements definitely left me feeling more creative. After all, there is nothing like watching a ballet to get my own artistic juices flowing!
You see, for me, ballet isn't just about graceful movements and stunning costumes. It's about expression, passion, and telling stories without words. It's about defying gravity with leaps and twirls that leave the audience gasping with awe.
Bicester itself has an interesting history as a military base with some amazing local museums and parks. But what really stole my heart today was the hidden oasis of the Bicester Nature Reserve. The sun filtering through the leaves, the soft chirping of birds, the gentle breeze carrying the scent of wildflowers - this is pure magic! Nature always has a way of calming my soul, letting me lose myself in its beauty and reconnect with my inner peace. This afternoon I spent some time drawing a local fox. I adore those sly creatures and felt inspired by their playful ways, and I find nature's colors are just gorgeous! I feel they will look fantastic in a painting.
Walking back towards the train station, I felt so energized by my day of ballet, history and nature! You know what they say, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy". Or should I say, "All ballet and no sunshine makes Emma a dull girl!" 😉 My inner ballerina is definitely thanking me for this day of pure bliss, with the Bicester air filled with laughter and my own pink tulle swirling around me.
*Until next time, darlings, remember to keep twirling and always believe that a pink tutu can change the world! *
Stay pink and dance with life,
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
P.S. Don't forget to join me on my Instagram for more tutu-tastic adventures and pink-inspired shenanigans! I can't wait to share my next adventures with you all, maybe I'll see you in the front row at the theatre or at a show?
Until next time, darlings, keep twirling!
