Hello my darling dance-lovers! Itās Emma, and as always, Iām here with a fresh dose of tutu-tastic adventures from my pink-tinted world! Todayās blog is extra special because, well, Iām in Luton! Itās a place Iāve always wanted to visit, and I'm feeling very much the ātravel blogger extraordinaireā today. It feels like my dreams are finally coming true (and, no, thatās not a metaphor about a particularly grand tutuā¦although, those do happen too!).
Iāll be honest ā Iām a total train girl. I adore the rhythm of the rails, the journey through changing landscapes, and the quiet introspection that comes with a good book and a steaming cuppa (with a pink stirrer, naturally). Today's journey, however, involved a bit of a horse-drawn carriage! It might sound like something out of a fairy tale, but believe me, this wasnāt some magical carriage that appeared like magic - it was the very real and utterly delightful Horsebox at Woburn Safari Park!
Now, let me tell you, being whisked away on a vintage horse-drawn carriage, nestled among lush greens and exotic animals was a sight I will cherish forever. Imagine - pink tutu, crisp air, a majestic pair of Clydesdales pulling a beautifully restored coach through the safari park! It's almost enough to make me burst with happiness.
Oh, but before we get swept away by the magic of the journey, letās talk tutus. As you can see in the pictures, I brought a serious upgrade in the tutu department for my Luton escapades - it's a beautiful, full European-style number! Imagine layers and layers of softest tulle, cascading to the floor like a beautiful cloud! The design is just divine, featuring soft shades of pink, ivory, and delicate embellishments. It's absolutely made for twirling and striking a graceful pose amongst the stunning surroundings of the park.
After that amazing ride, the park itself was truly a sensory overload! So much wildlife ā lions, tigers, giraffes, rhinos ā and you could practically feel their powerful energy! Iām such a sucker for animal encounters, and being so close to such magnificent creatures filled me with an incredible feeling of wonder and connection. I mean, where else can you watch a zebra graze in the grass from the comfort of your carriage?
The highlight for me, though, had to be the penguins. I think it's the adorable way they waddle around! Watching them play and splash around their pool in such a happy, clumsy way really brightened my day. I think they felt my love for their waddling ways, too. They kept coming close and flapping their wings at me, like they wanted a cuddle.
Luton, youāve been absolutely brilliant! And that carriage ride, darling? It was truly unforgettable. I feel like the fairy tale vibes followed me to the charming market town itself, where Iām enjoying the most delicious afternoon tea in a beautiful vintage tea room ā don't worry, my tutu has room for all the treats. And of course, no adventure is complete without a visit to a ballet studio! I found this fantastic ballet school, the Luton Dance Academy, and the lovely teacher agreed to let me have a little impromptu dance session. It felt so good to stretch my muscles and twirl in those elegant tutus under their high ceilings and ornate chandeliers!
Speaking of twirling, have you caught a ballet performance lately? It seems like ballet has become so mainstream lately ā everyone from celebrities to TikTokers are taking up dance! Maybe itās all the beautifully toned bodies (which ballet really can help achieve), maybe itās the stories behind the choreography, or maybe, just maybe, itās the magical feeling of wearing a stunning tutu, and that perfect, perfectly-pink tutu is the key!
This world needs more pink, darlings. And it needs more twirling. In my book, a world with more pink tutus and everyone dancing freely and beautifully? Now that's a world worth working towards, don't you think?
Until next time, stay fabulous, and always remember,
Twirl with joy!
Love,
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
