Helloooo my darlings! Welcome back to Pink-Tutu, your one-stop shop for all things fabulous, pink, and sparkly!
This month, I'm taking you on a whirlwind of a journey, darlings! We're going way back to January 2039 - talk about a time warp, right?! Can you even believe it's been 16 years since we first went time-traveling together? Time certainly flies when you're wearing a fabulous tutu, doesn't it?
But before I spill all the tea, let's be real - my magical pink tutu's been feeling a little extra this month! Like, my whole closet's bursting at the seams, darlings! You wouldn't believe the number of tutus I managed to snag on my last time-travel adventure. You've got to believe it, my pink tutu even managed to find an original '50s tu-tu from the wardrobe of Ginger Rogers herself! Talk about a fabulous find, darling! Now that's vintage chic, right?!
But enough about my tutu-nificent haul! * Let's talk about the most amazing drag extravaganza happening in the year 2039, a *whole century after drag exploded onto the world stage! Imagine this: *Drag has *gone global, darlings! We're not just talking about dazzling stages and breathtaking performances - we're talking about drag infiltrating every single aspect of the culture. From street style, theatre performances, film and TV - the drag explosion is global ! And what does a pink-tutu-loving time traveller do in 2039? You know, my dearest readers, I embrace it all!
This month, my first stop is in a truly extraordinary place - the world's first ever all-drag museum, nestled in the heart of Berlin, darling. Talk about *drag history at its finest! It’s packed full of amazing exhibits about every legendary drag queen who ever stepped onto the stage – think RuPaul, Divine, and even that icon from my time – Ms. Cherry Valentine, darling. They had everything! Tutus, wigs, costumes, the works - even some original manuscripts and recordings. It was absolutely *fascinating, darlings.
From the bustling, drag-infused streets of Berlin, I headed next to *Paris, where the world of fashion has truly taken a whimsical turn! Let's just say that the fashion houses are all clamoring for that tu-tu look! There are *ball gowns that would make you swoon with pleated ruffles and *layers upon layers of tulle. Oh, darling, they even re-designed the Eiffel Tower into a giant tutu. Talk about *opulence and extravagance! And my favourite bit, you guessed it – *everyone’s wearing tutus!! * I must say, there was one incredible pink tu-tu at Christian Dior that just took my breath away! It shrieked with glamour and pink energy. A masterpiece in every sense of the word.
But you think Paris is fabulous? You ain't seen nothing yet, darling! Next stop is Tokyo, Japan, where drag is truly a performance art like no other, with shows and nightclubs bursting at the seams with vibrant characters, bold colors, spectacular makeup, and breathtaking artistry! This was a *drag spectacle unlike anything I’ve ever witnessed. It’s intense yet beautifully-controlled. I truly felt the magic of drag history unfolding right before my eyes. You know I snapped a million pics. You’ll be living for these ones, darlings. My Instagram is going to be on fire with the beauty that is Tokyo’s drag scene in 2039.
It doesn't stop there, darlings! You think Los Angeles has got its drag game down to a fine art? Think again! I swear, there's a new drag show every single day here. You want makeup and outfits? Los Angeles is serving up some real fire in 2039! You’ve got to see the show at Hollywood's Dragopolis. I’m not just talking about the incredible production and killer costumes! The queens themselves are taking drag performance to another level. It's everything a Drag Queen dreams of!
Okay, I know I'm probably smothering you with all the excitement of my time-traveling adventures, but believe me when I tell you – there is just so much to explore! I haven't even mentioned the thriving drag scene in Buenos Aires* where drag is intertwined with dance, creating *electrifying, powerful performances that are a real *experience, darlings. It is nothing short of captivating, my dear readers!
And my personal favourite, Mumbai, India, where the *cultural exchange of drag and Bollywood has *burst onto the scene with a force that can't be contained! They're bringing in an amazing new level of creativity and spectacle! Imagine Bollywood, but with tutus, darlings! Just picture it! Fabulous right?! I couldn’t believe the pink tutus there! The locals even designed me a custom tutu with intricate embellishments! My heart fluttered as I gracefully pirouetted in that glorious piece of art. It’s a dream come true, darlings.
But my favourite travel moment, the thing that truly filled me with joy , happened in New York City. This beautiful city has always been a hub for creative freedom and drag culture. And my darlings, guess what? *Everyone is wearing tutus! Even in central park. And I am telling you, the street shows are some of the most iconic drag performances ever created! It was as if the whole city was a stage.
And the highlight? I finally met a drag legend, the one and only Bianca del Rio. I know right? I've been living on the same planet as this legend and I finally get to *meet her? Talk about a drag-tastic moment! *My whole world was turned upside down. Bianca herself? She’s just as incredible as her performances, just as fierce, just as inspiring! She actually said “Honey, those tutus are fabulous!” * and even *posed for a picture with me. It was more than a dream come true, it was perfect. And you know she loved the tutu. Who doesn't love a tutu? She's my new Drag Goddess now. Let’s dream together, darlings.
So that's my travel experience in a nutshell, darlings. From drag history in museums, to drag in the fashion houses of Paris , Dragopolis in Los Angeles, and *tutus in central park, this month has truly been unforgettable. It was all a bit much for my tutu to handle really. My darling tutu is exhausted - she really needs a good rest after such an exhilarating journey through the time. I must admit I have no idea where she'll whisk me next. The only clue I have is that pink tutu of hers – it seems to sparkle a little extra brighter each time we go on a new time-traveling adventure.
I am eternally grateful for my pink tutu, my incredible readers, my passion for drag and of course you - the queens who keep the glitter and fabulousness alive. Without you, there would be no pink tutu - there would be no drag. You all keep the flame burning bright, darling.
Til next time, stay *tutu-fabulous! Remember, every day is an opportunity to spread sparkle, laughter, and joy! And who knows, maybe your journey to becoming a *drag star will begin by stepping out in your very own pink tu-tu.*
XOXO,
Emma, your favourite Pink Tutu blogger from Derbyshire, England!
*Join me on www.pink-tutu.com next month for another exciting time-traveling journey. Let's *go, girls!!! **
