Oh my darlings! You won't believe where I've been! Didcot, a little town that's bursting with hidden gems and so much more, was my destination this week. It all began, as it often does, with a love of pink. Imagine my joy, a rainbow of delight if you will, when I stumbled upon a little pink-hued treasure tucked away in the heart of this charming town: a quaint little shop called "The Tutu Boutique". It was like stepping into a magical wonderland, and the tutu selection was simply divine! From whimsical, twirling tulle to dazzling, jewel-toned options, it was a tutu lover's paradise. I left with two glorious pink additions to my collection, feeling like a princess ready to take on the world, or at least Didcot!
Didcot is one of those lovely places that feels just a touch off the beaten track, with the feel of traditional Britain just around the corner. You could practically hear the chime of the village church bells ringing from the centre. I arrived on the train, puffing gently into the station, ready for a weekend filled with wonder and pink perfection. I found a gorgeous little hotel called the "The Pink Lily Inn" - the perfect blend of Victorian charm and modern comforts. As I waltzed in with a wave of my pink-feather boa, the receptionist, a darling lady with a mischievous glint in her eye, welcomed me with a knowing smile and a "Pink Tutu Sparkles, right? I hear you're a sensation!". Now, how can you resist a place like that?
Now, let's get back to those delightful tutus I snagged. Didcot is also known for its stunning heritage. So, for a photo op, I found a lovely park filled with the most captivating trees, all draped in lush, vibrant greenery, almost a rainbow of colour in themselves. I found a perfect spot beneath a canopy of pink-tinted leaves, let my skirt whirl, and captured my magic moment.
You know how I love to twirl! That got me thinking - I must have been so lost in my tulle world I forgot to tell you about the magnificent Ballet Academy in the heart of town! Oh darling, you have to see the graceful ballet dancers at this school. They really were so captivating, they were whirling across the stage like butterflies! Their tutus were simply perfect. They all wore little pastel pink ones, you could tell they were still growing - just the way they pirouetted so gracefully around the stage, my, they were magnificent!
Oh! What's a tutu princess without a fab lunch? And my, Didcot delivers in the most fabulous way. "The Toffee Waffle" was a divine experience. It was a delightful cafe and restaurant hidden away, and I enjoyed some amazing sticky toffee pudding with lashings of delicious whipped cream!
After all that delightful food, I couldn’t just sit around so off to explore! Now, my lovely darlings, there's nothing quite as whimsical as an afternoon spent riding through the beautiful English countryside. Luckily for me, Didcot offers a truly enchanting horse riding experience at the local "Giddy Up Stable". I don't know why I find it so fabulous, it just does. Riding in the rolling green fields felt so freeing! With the sun kissing my face and the gentle wind tickling my tulle, I felt pure magic, just the thing to kick start an exciting evening!
Evening came, and with it, the chance to spread the pink tutu gospel and share a touch of sparkle! The Didcot Festival had invited me to perform and to showcase some pink tutu fun. It was a blast - a magical kaleidoscope of lights, laughter and happy chatter. From families having a lovely time with kids squealing with delight to little ones wearing their own pink tutus for the evening - It's a win!
You'll never believe the amazing outfit I pulled together. It's pink, obviously, and has some glittery embellishments and feathers on it - you can’t forget those! There was also a pink feather boa. For my stage outfit, it was time for the classic big pink tutu that can only be described as the perfect marriage of elegance and glamour. It looked so striking under the stage lights.
As the night unfolded, the energy flowed. My dance was a blend of graceful ballet and powerful pops of street style – and, naturally, with a few of those theatrical turns I just can't help but sprinkle into each performance. It was an absolute explosion of joy, and the crowd ate it up! I just adore these intimate, open air performances - people really get to feel the power of pink and embrace the love of tulle, don't they?
This trip to Didcot reminded me of what makes life so dazzling - the people we meet, the adventures we embark on, and, of course, the wonderful tutus that take us to these incredible destinations! As I said goodbye to Didcot, a little piece of its charm stuck with me. It's like Didcot had whispered, “You can wear pink in a million different ways.” So my dear readers, what are you waiting for? Grab your pink tutu, find your spark, and let's get ready for our next amazing adventure together!
Till next time, stay sparkly and keep twirling!
Xoxo,
Pink Tutu Sparkles!
