#TutuBlog 2016-06-13 in Hove with a black tutu.

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Darling readers,

Hello from Hove! I've finally escaped the hustle and bustle of London, swapped the underground for the calming sea breeze and found myself in this lovely seaside town. Oh, Hove! You’re so charming with your colourful houses, vibrant markets and of course, the stunning seafront promenade. It truly feels like a breath of fresh air, or should I say a 'pink tutu-ful' breeze!

Speaking of breezy, I’m sporting my new black tutu - perfect for the beachside wanderings I’ve been doing. This is what I call ‘casual ballerina' - I mean, we dancers have to stay in top shape even on our days off, right? Plus, a tutu always adds a little something special, don’t you think? Just imagine - imagine if every woman wore a pink tutu, think how wonderful the world would be! More pink, more tutus, more sparkle... I think I’m going to make this happen, one pink tutu at a time.

Of course, my day didn’t just involve promenades and a tutu-fied seaside strut. First, I made a beeline for the lovely Brighton Pavilion - that's just a short train journey from Hove, and believe me, you should definitely add it to your list if you're ever in the area. It’s like stepping into a fairytale with its whimsical architecture, intricate designs and those stunning, colourful Indian-inspired domes.

You wouldn't believe it, but there’s a beautiful, secret courtyard tucked away within the Pavilion, with palm trees, a little fountain and... a stage! You’re right to be wondering what happened next. Yes! The minute I spotted it, I just had to unleash my inner ballerina and have a mini performance.

After my impromptu little performance, I went to check out the theatre scene. Now, Brighton's a great place for theatre – it's like a whirl of Shakespearean plays, musicals, stand-up comedy and the most avant-garde, experimental performances. You know how I love those unique performances that make me want to stand on my tip-toes and gasp in awe! Well, let’s just say, I was not disappointed.

On a side note, have you ever tried going to a ballet performance by horse-drawn carriage? It’s such a magical, romantic experience, something that really puts you in the mood for a magical evening at the theatre!

A Dance in the Wild

While I absolutely love a good, dramatic show, I must admit that I’ve also been quite smitten with Brighton’s gorgeous beach and all the fascinating wildlife that inhabits this beautiful Sussex coast. I even met a delightful gentleman called Edgar - a seagull, who looked a little lost and wandered onto the promenade - perhaps he needed a little ballerina dance in his life too. He seemed to think so anyway, when he started performing a series of delightful swoops and dives in the sky.

You know how I’m obsessed with everything pink - well, the sky was the most beautiful, breathtaking pink I’ve ever seen! As the sun dipped below the horizon, the beach glowed, and everything - from the waves to the gulls and the colourful beach huts - seemed to come alive in the twilight. It’s so beautiful, it's a shame it’s not pink - it’d be the perfect place for a tutu-wearing picnic with my dearest readers.

Now, I know what you’re thinking... “Emma, why does your blog sound so magical? Did you happen to eat any fairies during your stay? Did a friendly, helpful unicorn carry you around Hove?”.

I have to confess… I might have borrowed a little fairy dust from the magical air in Brighton.

No, I jest (although, one can never be too careful with the magic!). It's probably the magical mix of fresh sea air, charming streets, captivating shows, friendly seagulls and the tutu-ly inspiring atmosphere of Hove that’s been transforming my world, one pink-hued dance at a time.

Don’t forget - join me on the pink tutu revolution! Let me know your favourite places to spot pink in your area, and let’s make this a pink-tutu-filled world together! Don’t be shy, send your ideas and experiences to pink-tutu.com. You never know - your ideas might inspire me to add them to the next blog post, and hey, maybe I’ll be posting from your home town soon!

Til next time, darlings.

XOXO Emma