2024 June Pride Month in a Pink Tutu in Greenford

Hello gorgeous,

It’s Emma here, back with another fabulous post for you all! It’s the season for sunshine, sunflowers, and, of course, sparkling sequins! Yep, it’s Pride month, and guess what? Your girl's been hitting the streets in full-on Tutu Tuesday fashion, showing the Greenford community just how much LGBTQ+ pride fills my heart!

Let’s rewind a little… Last week, the sunshine was practically beaming Pride colours from the sky (not literally… but almost!) I felt that familiar buzz, you know the one, where everything just seems more magical? It was like my inner ballerina had a conversation with my disco-loving alter ego, and they both decided on one resounding motto: Tutu up for Pride, honey!

Now, I'm all about bold choices, especially when it comes to expressing yourself. And, honestly, there’s nothing more daring (and, okay, more utterly fabulous) than strutting down the Greenford High Street in a pink tutu. Forget those boring old jeans and tees! I’m talking serious, shimmering spectacle.

I chose a tutu the shade of the most breathtaking sunrise - think “Pinkalicious,” but with a touch of 80s disco flair. I mean, a little bit of nostalgia adds a whole lotta fun, right? I matched it with a sassy neon green top – green’s the colour of hope and good times – you get the idea! To complete the look, I dusted my cheeks with shimmery pink blush and topped it off with my go-to red lippie. The effect? Absolutely breathtaking.

I was definitely feeling the warmth and joy all around me in Greenford that day. I passed a gaggle of school kids with their LGBTQ+ flags, all smiling like they had the best secret in the world. Then there was a guy with his arm around his partner – both sporting rainbow tutus! Honestly, Greenford has really stepped up its Pride game this year, and I’m absolutely loving it.

Here’s the thing – it's not about being perfect, or even knowing all the right moves. (Okay, some knowledge of ballet is probably good, especially when navigating a crowded high street.) It's about celebrating who you are and who you love. That's what Pride is all about, right?

That's why I wanted to do more than just flaunt my fabulous tutu. I went along to Greenford Library for a storytelling session they had organized. The library had a whole rainbow display with books featuring LGBTQ+ characters, which was so cool. There was this fantastic author talking about how important representation is, and it really made me think. You know, having books that show kids you can be anything you want, be with whomever you want… that’s powerful stuff.

Later that day, I hit the Pride Market in the Greenford Town Square, which was just bursting with colours. Rainbow flags, hand-painted signs, jewellery shops selling glitter-bomb earrings - the energy was electric! There were yummy rainbow cupcakes, vegan cheese and chutney stalls, and even an artisan fudge stall with "rainbow sprinkles” topping their sugary creations! Who knew Greenford was such a delicious hotspot?

The day wasn’t about spending big bucks – though I certainly splurged on some rainbow face glitter. The thing that really mattered was that the Greenford community had gathered together, sharing laughs and good vibes.

Look, wearing a pink tutu on a sunny day in Greenford wasn’t a political statement or anything that serious. But you know what? I reckon there’s something special about strutting your stuff in a bright, sparkly tutu when you're celebrating love and diversity. It makes you think, it makes you laugh, it makes you feel proud!

This is just a tiny piece of a bigger movement happening right here in Greenford, right across the country. So many people, in their own way, are stepping up and making a difference, showing solidarity, sharing their stories, and building a better future for all.

So let's keep this momentum going! It's time for everyone to join in. Put on your rainbow outfit, don your brightest colours, grab your closest friends and family, and let's march to the beat of our own drum. After all, when we celebrate diversity and individuality, we celebrate humanity!

Keep those glitter balls spinning, everyone!