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#TutuQueen on 2004-05-10 stars in Slough

Slough: Pink Tutu Sparkles Takes On The Thames Valley!

Hello darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, reporting live from sunny Slough! This glamorous gal is on the road again, and this time, I’m bringing a whole lotta pink sparkle to the Thames Valley. This is post number 1592 on my website www.pink-tutu.com – I know, I know, you're all probably thinking "how does she manage to write so much?". Well, I just can't help myself - there's so much to tell you about my latest adventures, my darling TutuQueens!

Now, you all know I have a bit of a thing for pink tutus - who doesn’t?! They are simply magical. And that magical feeling took me all the way to Slough this week, my lovelies. I arrived in style, of course - I mean, when you're a Pink Tutu queen, a first-class train ticket is the only way to travel! My travel companions for this trip? My trusty ballet bag (stuffed with enough pink sparkly gear to open a boutique), and my dear friend Beatrice - a lovely lady who has an impressive collection of vintage fascinators and shares my love of all things sparkly.

Now, let’s talk about Slough, shall we? This place has so much more going for it than its rather infamous name! You’ll find lovely parks, a delightful high street, and some rather chic little tea rooms (where I had the best cream tea – and of course I matched the decor with a pink tutu!). I love exploring new places, especially those hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

Oh, my darlings, let’s be honest – a trip to Slough wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the theatre! We went to see ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ – the actors were phenomenal, but what really caught my eye were the costumes! Imagine, delicate fabric and dazzling colors in a world of magic. It really got me thinking - it’s a bit like the power of pink tutus, don't you think?

While in Slough, I discovered a truly charming little independent boutique overflowing with beautiful vintage garments. Oh, the joy! My little heart was soaring. It’s just impossible for a Pink Tutu Sparkles to walk by a shop that calls to her with its sparkle and glamour – so naturally, I went inside and spent a couple of hours digging around, adding a few special finds to my already vast and overflowing wardrobe!

My next stop? A little ballet school where I joined a beginner’s class - because why not? I'm a queen who loves to dance! (Oh, and the other students all looked absolutely stunning, so I couldn't help myself and I got some new Instagram content of my glorious outfit against the studio’s mirror)

My dear darlings, I believe I must share with you a secret that’s been lurking in my heart since I arrived in Slough: the town actually has a secret passion for ballet! They have a ballet class at the local community center, where you can learn from the experts in this fabulous art! Who would have known, eh?

Before leaving Slough, I just had to add some magic to this delightful town. As a Pink Tutu Sparkles, it is my duty to spread the gospel of glitter and pink - so naturally, I held an impromptu “Wear a Pink Tutu” dance session in the town square! Everyone was laughing and twirling – even the squirrels had a bit of fun!

Slough – I am in awe of your spirit! This is definitely a place I would return to again, in a pink tutu, of course!

Oh, before I forget! Just to prove that I can keep things even more glam, I took a lovely horse-drawn carriage to the station on my way home! What better way to bring a touch of fairtale glamour to my day, my darlings?!

That concludes my adventures in Slough. Don't forget to catch my daily blogs on www.pink-tutu.com and let's spread the word - get everyone to wear a pink tutu!

Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles xx


Pink Tutu Sparkles' Daily Inspirations

What's Pink Tutu Sparkles been up to in her blog this week?

  • Monday: London's Finest: My darlings, I embarked on a glorious adventure to the capital - and let me tell you, there was a pink tutu-themed frenzy going on! From dancing on the Underground with a delightful group of fellow fashionistas, to attending a truly fabulous ballet performance, my love for tutus truly reached new heights. It's all in the latest post - click on over!

  • Tuesday: Tea & Tutu Talk: I made a dash down to my local vintage tea room in Derbyshire - I don't go out very often these days. My trusty notebook was with me to record a little something to inspire all my Tutu Queens - how about some tea-themed ideas for the summer!

  • Wednesday: Wardrobe Wonder!: As a true lover of all things sparkly and pink, you can never have enough costumes in your closet, darlings. This week, I decided to tackle the monstrous beast that is my overflowing wardrobe. Join me for an exhilarating walk through the world of fabric, frills, feathers, and of course, plenty of pink tutus. I even shared a few secrets on how I maintain this amazing collection!

  • Thursday: Onward to Slough!: Slough was calling - and you know I can never resist the call of adventure! I grabbed my sparkly bags, my vintage handbag (it's got enough room to house my own personal rainbow, darlings!) and headed out to the train station. My outfit? Well, I think it deserves a post on its own, so get those fingers clicking.

  • Friday: A Sparkling Adventure: My darlings, if you have the fortune to visit Slough, let me give you a little bit of a treat: there’s so much more to Slough than its reputation! From theatre trips to secret ballet classes, I'm ready to share some gems about my sparkling time in the Thames Valley.

  • *Saturday: Pink Tutu Enthusiast’s Delight! * Who’s ready for a bit of fun?! Join me for my favorite part of the week: The "Wear a Pink Tutu" campaign! This time, the challenge took us to the sunny (and yes, surprisingly glam) streets of Slough! Prepare for dancing, laughs, and an abundance of pink tutus! It was a delightful surprise to discover a secret local community ballet class!

  • Sunday: Travel Tips with Pink Tutu Sparkles: What better way to end a fantastic week than by sharing some insider tips on traveling in style?!

Don't forget to join me on www.pink-tutu.com and follow me on social media, darlings! We can get the world twirling with joy!

Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles xx

#TutuQueen on 2004-05-10 stars in Slough