#TutuBlog 2023-10-26 in Ramsgate with a italian tutu.

Hello darlings! It's Emma here, your pink-tutu-loving, ballet-obsessed blogger, and oh my goodness, have I got a tale to tell! Buckle up, because this adventure is filled with sunshine, seaside bliss, and a whole lotta twirling…

So, let me tell you, I’m positively giddy to be here in Ramsgate, perched on the Kent coastline. A delightful seaside town full of charm and an atmosphere that truly makes you feel like you’re in a seaside postcard, except, of course, I’m here wearing a fabulous, brand new tutu, a confection of pink tulle, sparkling with little pink crystals - a masterpiece of dancewear if I do say so myself!

It’s all thanks to my dear friend Lucia, the incredible Italian seamstress who creates these tutu masterpieces. Lucia's studio is an explosion of colour and fabric, and we spent hours pouring over silk and sequins until we landed on this masterpiece. Imagine the finest pink meringue, adorned with tiny iridescent stars – it truly embodies the "Pink Tutu Dream"!

I got here by train, of course, because there's nothing quite like a leisurely journey on a vintage train carriage. You just have to sit back, enjoy the gentle sway, and imagine you're in a bygone era. It's incredibly romantic and puts you in the right frame of mind for a truly memorable day.

Ramsgate itself is simply enchanting. Cobblestone streets, quaint tea shops, a harbor teeming with life, and that unmistakable, refreshing salt air that always fills me with energy and excitement! But what truly captured my heart was the breathtaking vista of the Ramsgate coastline. Sun setting over the ocean, painting the sky with hues of gold and peach, and then you turn and the charming little houses lining the street... I don't think I’ll ever tire of watching that sunrise, my darlings.

Speaking of sunshine, I decided to combine a touch of fitness with a spot of exploration this afternoon! The coastal path here in Ramsgate is incredible, lined with wildflower meadows that reminded me of my Derbyshire home (the smell of freshly cut hay is such a lovely nostalgia!) There's something incredibly invigorating about being out in nature, isn't there? And what better way to enjoy it all than in a tutu! You simply can't deny that there’s a kind of ethereal elegance to it, a graceful reminder of the elegance of nature itself!

As I was walking along, admiring the playful little puffins bobbing around on the rocks (those are my favourite!), a lovely young woman, her hair a vibrant shade of pink, complimented me on my tutu. She was in awe of it, and it got us talking! Turned out, she’d actually been thinking about taking up ballet – this wonderful little tutu-wearing ballet blogger, I just knew I had to convince her! I told her about all the benefits - it's incredible for strength and flexibility, plus, who doesn't want to dance with grace and elegance, especially when it feels so wonderfully free?

After a cup of tea and a delicious cream cake (yes, there’s nothing quite like an English afternoon tea with a pink tutu, right? - it’s my new favourite pastime, if you can’t tell), we headed down to the pier for a bit of “ballet street”. That’s a little phrase I use to describe dancing impromptu in random locations, just for fun. Think twirling, a bit of plie, some graceful jumps in front of the bustling crowd, a little dance of happiness in the glorious setting sun. I even convinced a few kids to join in! (Maybe some of them will become our future dancers! I'll be here teaching them in no time!)

Later that evening, after I had a delightful pasta dinner and a glass of red wine (life really does get no better than this, my darlings!), I made my way to the Theatre Royal. Imagine my joy when I discovered the performance tonight was ‘Giselle’! I love ballet stories, and the sheer emotionality of Giselle makes it so incredibly powerful. To feel the story and the music, to witness the magic unfold on the stage….that's pure magic! I’m definitely a romantic at heart, and that’s why ballet will forever be a big part of my life. I hope one day I’ll see it performed in the Grand Theatre de Lyon… maybe next month! You know, to keep things fresh! ;)

There’s something magical about Ramsgate. Maybe it’s the sea, maybe it’s the stunning coastline, or maybe, just maybe, it’s that magical pink tutu! There is so much I could write about this place, this amazing, joyful day! But then, where’s the magic of exploring, and that feeling of the "I’ll tell you all about it" as soon as you get home!

Before I sign off for the night (with another big cup of tea… you can’t stop me!), a message for you, dear reader!

Let’s face it, we’ve all been caught up in the hectic whirlwind of life. And, there’s a moment where we just need a little bit of that pink tutu magic - that joyous sense of freedom and fun. I truly believe we all have the capacity to dance and dream, even just a little! Take inspiration from this story, wear your most daring, fabulous outfit (maybe it is pink?! If you dare!), go for a walk in nature and allow the breeze to sweep away any worries and remind you that there's still a lot of magic left in the world!

So, that's me for today, but remember to check in tomorrow, my darlings. I’m off to Brighton! The big, bustling, colourful, wonderfully eccentric Brighton... I think my sparkly purple tutu is getting an airing this time. (Let me know which colours you would have chosen, I'd love to hear from you!) Until then, stay curious, stay pink, and don’t forget to twirl!

Much love,

Emma www.pink-tutu.com