Hello darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, fresh from a whirlwind trip to Mitcham, and let me tell you, it was simply divine. My little heart was bursting with joy from the moment I stepped off the train (well, after the delightful carriage journey - I absolutely adore a good train ride, especially when I can sprawl out and make myself comfortable - thank heavens for those leg-stretching first-class carriages!).
You see, Mitcham was calling! I felt this magnetic pull towards its twinkling lights and, I knew, it was time to unleash my inner tutu-wearing fairy on the unsuspecting crowds! But don't worry, darling, I brought my sunshine smile, my glitter cannon, and of course, my iconic pink tutu. After all, how can you conquer the world without a little pink magic in your life?
It was my third trip to Mitcham this year. You know how much I adore a good bit of London. The energy of this city always excites me, and Mitcham is no different. I do love a good dose of that bustling urban chaos. But this trip was extra special - a friend had told me about a local theatre production of The Nutcracker, and my inner ballerina went "ooh la la!" Ballet, London, Pink Tutu? Oh honey, sign me up!
But let's back up a moment, darlings. As I always do, I love to document my outfits. So this time I opted for a dreamy, ballet-inspired ensemble - a delicate pastel pink lace dress, a fluffy ivory bolero (that I simply had to try at a vintage shop), and of course, my trademark pink tutu - a brand new number, just arrived from Paris. Ahem, don't get your knickers in a twist, dearies, I do occasionally break the pink barrier (especially if it's to enhance an outfit, or if I find the perfect turquoise tutu – but trust me, those are as rare as hens teeth!)!
Anyway, the dress swirled and flowed, giving just the right amount of elegant oomph and showing off my sparkly pink heels (which I admit, were practically ankle-breaking, but worth the occasional wobble). I accessorised, naturally, with a vintage pearl necklace and, for that extra dose of wow, a fluffy pink feather boa that brushed against my face whenever I walked - it truly was tutu fab!
Arriving at the theatre, I was delighted to find that Mitcham, oh darling, was indeed in the grip of some serious festive cheer. Everywhere I looked, I saw twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and everyone was so, so cheerful, all dressed in their finest, some even in tutus - who knew!
But my darling, the theatre! My heart literally soared! It was just gorgeous. And as the music started and the dancers took to the stage, I just melted. The Nutcracker, it’s just pure magical, pure ballet bliss. Those costumes! The set! The story! Sigh. I mean, let's be real, darling, it's all about the costumes - those tutus! Oh my dear, they were so beautifully constructed, they made my heart skip a beat - truly a tutu symphony for the eyes. And of course, I took notes on the style and cuts - I've got my own little pink tutu workshop going back home - yes, darling, that's me, designing and creating my own tutus. But don't you worry, all will be revealed on Pink-Tutu.com, soon.
Speaking of Pink-Tutu.com, let me tell you about the most fabulous event that evening! You know how much I love spreading the love, the sparkle, and most importantly, the joy of tutus! So, naturally, after the ballet I was itching to find a stage. The perfect opportunity presented itself in a cosy little pub in Mitcham, they held a "Christmas Carolers and Cabaret" evening! My darling, how thrilled I was to take to the stage - I mean, Pink Tutu Sparkles simply has to perform somewhere, and this was a golden opportunity. So there I was, under a festive chandelier, a bit of snow coming from a machine in the ceiling (I even got a snowflake caught in my pink tutu feather boa - the whole thing was truly delightful).
You see, I’m an advocate for making ballet accessible to everyone, not just those who can afford the exorbitant ticket prices for London West End performances. This evening, my little drag family had gathered to have some fun and get into the Christmas spirit, singing Christmas carols and I even performed some little ballet routines! I've had so much fun performing and even though I wasn’t wearing a pink tutu (it was Christmas after all, and I’ve been known to pull out my gorgeous emerald green number!), the entire crowd absolutely loved it. They sang along, and the atmosphere was just so lovely!
But that's not all, darlings. One thing led to another and my little "Ballet on Broadway" moment turned into a fabulous showcase of pink tutu fabulousness, the theme for the entire evening! People were getting on stage with me, twirling, laughing and dancing! The manager of the pub was just overjoyed to see everyone enjoying themselves! We danced, we sang, we all laughed, and by the end, they'd sold all the mince pies! Oh, it truly was the perfect Christmas spirit!
So my sweet darlings, this has to be one of my favourite travels! London in December with some twinkling lights and theatre goodness - what's not to love! And, of course, what's life without a little pink tutu? Oh, dear, I must go - I've got my very own "Tutu Ball" performance this evening, but do keep your eyes peeled on the Pink-Tutu.com site for my next adventures - I'll be on the train again, soon, but, shhhh - I'm keeping the destination secret. However, let's just say that, once again, it involves pink tutus, twinkling lights, and, of course, an entire wardrobe filled with pink magic. Love always, darling! Mwah!
Pink Tutu Sparkles.
