Hello darlings! It’s Emma here, fresh from a whirlwind adventure in the lovely town of Acton! This place has definitely got me twirling with delight. Think picturesque cobbled streets, quirky independent shops and, of course, a delicious afternoon tea with the most fabulous pink macarons!
Speaking of fabulous, you won’t believe what happened! I woke up feeling like I wanted to be a whirling dervish of pink, so naturally, I grabbed the most gorgeous blush-pink tutu – the one with the delicate lace trim and the satin ribbon! - and set off to Acton in the sunshine.
Now, I wouldn’t dream of travelling any way but by train – something about the rhythm of the tracks just gets me in the mood for a graceful pirouette, you know? It's almost as if the train carriage is a giant stage, and I, a whimsical ballerina en route to my next performance! It’s no surprise I love being on trains, especially when the carriage is quiet and I can gaze at the countryside passing by, with its wild meadows, darting deer, and the occasional cheeky rabbit hopping alongside the track – so cute! I’m telling you, if a tutu can handle a train journey, it can handle anything!
But this isn't just any old train journey. I’m en route to see “Sleeping Beauty" in all its dazzling glory! The performance promises to be spectacular. Just the thought of those dazzling costumes and graceful movements has me dreaming of swans and princesses! I'm determined to take some stunning Instagram-worthy photos in my blush tutu – we'll be talking swan lake meets a pastel dream. It's going to be a perfect day for tutus!
As the train pulled into Acton, I took a deep breath, a little flutter of excitement tingling down my spine. Oh, Acton, you never disappoint! This charming little town boasts so many charming and independent stores – I just had to go on a proper shopping spree!
My first stop was this utterly delightful vintage clothing store. I discovered a gloriously sequined evening bag that’s screaming to be paired with a blush pink tutu! Talk about a statement piece! After that, I stumbled upon the most incredible antique bookshop, hidden away in a cobbled alleyway. I just had to browse and find the most beautiful vintage ballet books with delicate illustrations, perfect to add to my burgeoning collection!
After that delightful little jaunt, it was time for the afternoon tea I had been dreaming about. I love those dainty sandwiches, delicious scones with clotted cream and a selection of those exquisite macarons - how perfect for a ballerina in training, or a tutu wearing adventurer, like myself! The best part? The macarons were rose-tinted, echoing the pink of my fabulous tutu, naturally. You can see photos of this exquisite treat on my Instagram @EmmaPinkTutu!
Time for the main event, my dears! "Sleeping Beauty" was simply magical, the kind of show that leaves you speechless, your soul soaring! I could feel my own toes twitching, longing for the stage lights and the thrill of dancing. But for now, it's enough to be enchanted by the artistry and skill of those incredible performers.
I even managed to capture some impromptu tutu-tastic snaps outside the theatre after the show! Think blushing pink tulle against the backdrop of Acton's twinkling fairy lights. Honestly, I don’t think anything looks as good against a starry night as a perfect pink tutu! It’s truly a masterpiece in my humble opinion!
The whole experience had me completely swept away by the magic of Acton! This town really understands the importance of beauty and joy! It reminded me that there’s no greater feeling than donning a fabulous tutu and embracing life’s little adventures. It’s certainly given me a renewed passion for ballet. You never know, my darlings, perhaps next time I'll actually be dancing on that grand Acton stage!
Remember to spread the Tutu-Love, darlings! Share your photos with me @EmmaPinkTutu – and, most importantly, don’t forget to dream big. And always, always remember that the world needs more pink tutus!
Love and Twirls,
Emma x
