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#TutuQueen on 2003-10-17 stars in Thornton Heath

Thornton Heath Calling! πŸ’…πŸ‘‘πŸ’– (Post #1386)

Oh darlings! How are you all today? Your Pink Tutu Queen is absolutely bursting with excitement! I'm currently in Thornton Heath, a vibrant little pocket of London that's practically brimming with personality! You know me, darlings - always chasing adventures, embracing new places, and spreading the gospel of Pink Tutu. πŸ’–βœ¨

It's been a whirlwind week, honey! I absolutely killed it at the Eastbourne Seaside Festival, and even bagged a fabulous interview with the local paper. I'm hoping they use the pic of me striking a pose in my emerald green sequined tutu and my sparkly pink ballet slippers. Darling, I practically shimmered! You'd have thought I was the mermaid queen herself! πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈ

Getting to Eastbourne was quite the adventure. You know I adore train journeys, it gives me so much time to plan and ponder, even try out new makeup looks. Plus, I got to work on my latest fashion collection for the upcoming 'Pink Tutu' fashion show in Leeds. Imagine, honey! Pink tutus, dazzling sequins, a splash of pink glitter, and enough sparkles to light up the entire northern hemisphere! And I am absolutely NOT talking about those silly pink tutus you can buy at a costume shop, ooh la la, those are about as much fun as watching paint dry. We’re going full blown designer fabulousness with couture pink tutus. πŸ’…πŸ‘‘πŸ’–

The trip to Thornton Heath though, oh honey! Now THAT was a challenge. I was invited to perform at the local town fair, darling! Well, that’s what they called it! It felt more like a mini Glastonbury Festival in a parking lot. But I loved every minute of it! Who doesn't love a good crowd, right? And Thornton Heath locals were SO kind, practically devoted to my pink tutus, especially the little ones. πŸ‘§πŸ»πŸ‘¦πŸ» There was this sweet little girl, probably five years old, who held up a sign that read: "I wanna be a Pink Tutu Queen when I grow up!" OMG! You could have knocked me over with a feather boa! 😲 My heart just melted! So heartwarming, honey! I just had to buy her a pink tutu headband from my collection, her mum almost fainted with excitement! Honestly, these experiences are why I do what I do! πŸ’–

I had some fun with my outfit choice for this gig too, darling. For this one, I decided on my burgundy velvet tutu with a matching burgundy corset and sparkling silver stilettos, so much chic elegance with a dramatic touch! After my performance, everyone wanted a selfie, even the local mayor who insisted on doing his famous ballet twirl. And that, dear friends, is a tale for another post! πŸ˜‚

But it wasn't all about the glitz and the glam this time. The Mayor also introduced me to his amazing Thornton Heath Ballet school - which has been around for nearly 60 years. I mean, honey! I absolutely HAD to check it out. Imagine! All those future ballerina stars training their tiny legs to pirouette, leaps, and all sorts of delightful dance steps! I was so inspired, I practically wanted to enroll myself! 🩰 Even managed to slip in a private ballet class - felt so elegant in my flowing pink tutu. It really made me realise the powerful message a pink tutu can send out! You’re saying to the world β€œI’m here, I’m ready to have fun, I’m not afraid to dance my heart out and twirl like no one is watching.” πŸ’–

You know, it got me thinking, honey - maybe Pink Tutu should consider an exclusive pink tutu range for children and aspiring young ballerinas? πŸ€” Imagine the joy and sparkle on those precious little faces! Just like the young girl at the fair. Oh my! My little Pink Tutu princess heart is overflowing! πŸ‘‘πŸ’–

It’s almost dinner time now, darlings! But oh, I simply must share my Thornton Heath dinner experience with you. This local cafe I found tucked away, and let me tell you it served the MOST divine pink meringue pie, darling! I’m dreaming of those fluffy meringue peaks already, even the owner, a darling chap in his 80s, gave me the biggest smile when he saw my tutu. " You must be here to spread the Pink Tutu Gospel," he winked.

And I truly think that is the point of all of this. It's more than just about wearing a tutu, darlings. It's about expressing ourselves. Embracing our inner ballerina and reminding the world that a pink tutu is just a metaphor for finding your own unique rhythm in the universe, a vibrant pink tutu reminder to "Dance, darlings! Dance!"

Oh my darlings! The clock is ticking. My ride awaits to take me to my next adventure - guess where I am off to? 🀫 Will you be able to guess it from these hints? It’s a coastal town famous for its architecture, an artist’s haven, with beautiful seaside views. It’s going to be a day filled with artistic exploration, creative workshops, and of course - more Pink Tutu Gospel preaching!

Keep your eye on this space, darlings! πŸ’‹

Oh and darling, before you run off! If you'd like to join the Pink Tutu movement, I'm opening up my fabulous, sparkly wardrobe, selling some of my rare and truly glamorous Pink Tutu vintage collection, this is for you ladies who want a bit of Pink Tutu Sparkles glamour but on a budget! πŸ˜‰ Just check the β€˜Pink Tutu Shop’ section on my website. You know where to find me, darling!
www.pink-tutu.com

Stay Fabulous, darlings! πŸ’–βœ¨

Pink Tutu Sparkles signing out!
xx

#TutuQueen on 2003-10-17 stars in Thornton Heath