Hello lovelies! It's Emma here, your pink tutu princess, and it's time for blog post number 6742 - a little late this morning because my train got held up outside Derby by a herd of very curious sheep, but hey, sometimes the best travel experiences involve some four-legged friends, right? Anyway, I'm writing to you from the heart of York, all ready for a weekend of cultural immersion, historical discovery, and a little sprinkle of pink tutu magic.
I must admit, my journey up here was practically a fairytale. We travelled by train, naturally, and the journey was simply divine. The sunshine streamed through the windows, illuminating the lush green countryside, and the gentle swaying of the carriage had me daydreaming about romantic stories and whimsical adventures.
My little pink tutu bag was nestled beside me, and I kept checking it as if it were a mischievous puppy. Inside? My brand new tutus - one blush pink with delicate, layered tulle, and the other a striking hot pink, perfect for turning heads. They both have a little bit of extra sparkle this time around, too. Because York deserves nothing less, darling!
Of course, the first order of business after arriving was a trip to York Minster, and honestly? It was magnificent! The towering gothic architecture, the stained glass windows bathed in the afternoon sunlight, the quiet atmosphere of reverence and history... I just stood there, mesmerised. It reminded me of all the times I've been inside a cathedral during a ballet performance, how the silence just hangs there until the first notes of music rise, filling the whole place with emotion. And there I was, lost in a little bit of reverie.
My pink tutus may have been the wrong attire for the minster itself, but when you’re in York, there’s always somewhere else to show them off! I'd planned to take a little stroll through the Shambles, York's iconic cobbled street with all its little medieval buildings, but my excitement got the better of me and I ended up twirling down them instead.
Imagine it: sunshine beaming down, the gorgeous smell of gingerbread in the air, and this pink tutu whirlwind floating down the street, laughing, enjoying the moment.
That night, I joined the York Ballet Theatre for their annual production of The Nutcracker. They’re so lucky, being able to perform in the historic Theatre Royal! My heart soared watching them dance - so much energy and grace.
You know how much I love street performance. Imagine my surprise when I found out that the York Dance Project is presenting 'Ballet in the Park' this weekend! The event is at a picturesque little park right near my hotel, and they're inviting local residents to join in and learn some moves. Now, you know me - I can’t resist a little spontaneous ballet fun! You just wait and see what my little pink tutu will get up to in a York park!
Even though York is bursting with historical landmarks and things to do, the natural beauty around it is what truly charmed me. Yesterday, I decided to explore the scenic countryside, opting for a thrilling horse-drawn carriage ride through the picturesque villages and rolling hills. Honestly, there is nothing more wonderful than the sound of hooves clopping on cobblestones as the sun dips behind the hills, the air fragrant with the scent of woodsmoke and hay.
As I travelled, I found myself daydreaming about all the wonderful creatures that inhabit this region - the wild horses of the Yorkshire Dales, the playful otters frolicking in the rivers, the proud owls that gaze down from the branches.
Now, some of you are probably thinking “Emma, horses, owls, pink tutus - how on earth does this all fit together?!”
Well, here's the thing - my life, my world, is about creating connections. Connecting people to the beauty and grace of ballet, connecting nature to fashion, connecting humans to each other, to kindness and laughter and creativity. There are no rigid boundaries in my mind. If a pink tutu makes someone smile, then I’m doing my job. And if a trip to York inspires someone to get in touch with their inner dancer, to appreciate a good laugh, to see the world in a more magical light - then even better!
Stay tuned, loves, for more stories of York, of my ballet adventures, and my never-ending quest to spread the pink tutu revolution!
Catch you all soon on www.pink-tutu.com - and until then, go on, put on a pink tutu and twirl around to your heart’s content. Life’s too short to take it seriously all the time!
