Hello, darlings! Emma here, your fabulous, pink tutu-wearing time-travelling guide to the history of drag. Itâs the 8th of August 1963 today, and my oh my, you wouldnât believe what a day itâs been! Iâve had a total blast whisking through time, landed right smack-dab in the middle of the swinging sixties, and let me tell you, itâs every bit as groovy as youâve always imagined!
Now, let's get to the nitty gritty of whatâs been going on in the world of drag, because, of course, thatâs what we're all here for, isn't it? Well, 1963 was a big year for drag, especially across the pond! You see, a drag ball was taking place right here in London! You can practically feel the electrifying energy from this iconic event â itâs all about freedom, expression, and just good olâ fashioned fun, darling.
Imagine the scene! You've got these amazing drag queens â with all the sass and flair â and everyone dressed to the nines in shimmering gowns, feather boas, and all the latest styles. The ballroom itself, oh honey, a spectacle of dazzling decorations and dazzling personalities! I practically got myself a standing ovation when I did a quick spin on the dance floor in my pink tutu! My goodness, those boys knew how to have a good time.
You know, you can still feel the pulse of that incredible decade today â even in the most unexpected places. From the sharp tailoring to the bold colours, the '60s style is all about celebrating individual expression, and for me, it's all about celebrating drag, and its wonderful history! Itâs almost like that electrifying energy of 1963 has seeped into modern fashion â it's in the way we wear our makeup, the flamboyant colours, and the fabulous confidence! And, of course, the sheer beauty and exuberance of a show-stopping pink tutu just completes the picture, don't you think?
But speaking of fabulous confidence, and pink tutus... oh, how could I forget the show itself! Now, let's go back to my wonderful time travelling journey. Once I finished my pirouette in that swanky London ballroom, I went for a peek at what else the decade had in store. I even popped over to America, where I found myself watching a particularly entertaining performance in Greenwich Village! The sheer artistry, the theatricality â truly unforgettable!
I wouldnât say theyâve had the chance to discover the fabulousness of pink tutus yet, so, I popped into a few shops and gave them a little sneak peek, wouldn't you know. A little hint about the future, I told myself. I might not be able to fully launch the âPink Tutu Revolutionâ in 1963, but weâre planting seeds for a vibrant future. Just you wait, darling! I see a day when every queen is rockinâ a pink tutu, strutting their stuff with pride and grace!
Now, this wouldnât be a Drag Queen Time Travel blog if we didnât discuss some fashion, darling! Imagine this â bell bottoms are all the rage! With their loose-fitting comfort and fabulous, sweeping silhouette, they add a cool, almost effortless flair. They are perfect for that dance floor! And what about the makeup, you ask? A flash of bright eye shadow, a dramatic lash, and of course, a generous dose of lip gloss. The style? All about that âun-made upâ look with the right hint of glamour and glitter. Talk about fabulous! I think Iâll borrow those eye shadows when I head back to the 21st century â they have my name written all over them!
Honestly, the time travel adventures just never stop surprising me, darling. Who knew this 8th of August 1963 would turn out to be such a dazzling celebration of all things fabulous?
Speaking of fab, it's time to wrap this post up, darlings. Remember, if you want to explore the world of drag history â you just need to look around! Just keep your eyes peeled for the sparkles and sass of those gorgeous ladies whoâve walked in fabulous high heels, daring dresses, and of course, with the fierce confidence of a true queen!
Iâll be back next month with a brand new time travel adventure â don't forget to visit the www.pink-tutu.com website, darlings.
Until next time, may all your days be as sparkling and fabulous as a brand new pink tutu!
With love, Emma x
