Helloooo, darlings! Your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles here, and oh my, what a whirlwind of pinkness this past week has been! It's like I've been caught in a sparkly, tutued tornado, spinning through towns and villages, spreading joy and glitter wherever I go. And today, we're headed to Ruislip - that lovely little corner of London that's full of charm and sunshine (even when it's raining, because let's be honest, Ruislip weather is a bit of a mystery, isn't it? 😜).
Now, before I get all swept away in the romance of this charming town, let's talk about my journey. See, my darling readers, getting to Ruislip was an adventure all its own! Remember, I'm all about finding those unique, delightful ways to get around. This time, it wasn't the train (though I do love a good train ride, especially the scenic routes!) No, this week, I embraced my inner horsewoman (and by inner, I mean "I really fancy a pony, and maybe I could even ride one... maybe... just maybe!").
Imagine me, looking absolutely radiant in a cerise pink tutu with an elegant horsehair veil and, yes, you guessed it, pink sparkly riding boots! I know, I know, totally fabulous, right? Well, sadly, no horses were involved this week, as my 'horsewoman' aspirations involved an elaborate trip on the bus - imagine the tutu getting caught in the doors... disaster averted, but with some frayed edges. Thankfully, my beloved tutu survived, because, honey, let's be honest, without a pink tutu, I'm just plain Alex, and where's the fun in that?!
So, back to Ruislip! As soon as I set foot in this picturesque little town, I felt the pinkness seep into my soul. It's just so lovely, so full of life and color, much like the lovely tutu I wore for my show! My gig tonight is in the village square, a lovely little corner where folks can gather and have a jolly time. It’s such a cute space, tucked away between shops and cosy cafes that smell like cinnamon and happiness. You can practically hear the faint music from the fairgrounds! Oh, don’t even get me started on the fairs – I love fairs! I always get the best souvenirs, like the handmade dolls dressed in miniature pink tutus, so sweet!
You know, darling readers, I do truly believe in spreading the joy of the tutu! Think about it - what could be more fun, more vibrant, more expressive? It's the perfect piece of clothing to let your true colours shine, to twirl your cares away, to show the world that you’re happy and ready to have a blast. Remember, darling, everyone can rock a pink tutu. Don't be shy, take a leap of faith! Even Alex (me!), a bit of a sciency fellow at heart, learned this! The first time I wore a tutu was back in university. Our beloved uni ballet club was holding a fundraiser, and they dared me to put one on! Now, let's just say that Alex back then was still hiding in the shadows, just a little shy. But, honey, I can't lie - I loved it!
After the first wear, my journey began, a slow but magical descent into the glorious world of tutus! First it was for university, a fun charity event. Then came the stage! I’d perform with friends and my university dance group in our dorm, then at small gigs around our town, and suddenly, a drag act emerged! I couldn’t just wear a plain old tutu, oh no, no, darling! My journey began, from simple pastel pink to glitter, feathers, sequins, every shade of pink under the rainbow, each more sparkly than the last. It's funny, the universe has a way of showing you exactly what you need, and that day, I knew, that pink tutus were not just for dancing, but for expressing everything I wanted to be – a sparkly, fabulous version of myself, Pink Tutu Sparkles!
That university day in the tutu set a whole chain of events into motion, and I knew I’d always need my pink tutu to express the best, loudest, most fun version of myself. I discovered that even when my life was steeped in a very analytical scientific world (don’t tell my boss I’m a drag queen, my darling, not a good idea!) I needed this pink sparkly part of me. You see, by day I analyse fabric, the strength of materials, and make sure my lovely comfy clothing stands the test of time, but by night… I become the star, I wear pink and twirl, because it’s more than a dance, it's about sharing that sparkle with the world, because everyone deserves a little pink tutu magic, wouldn't you agree?
So, while the fabric in my day job is a simple pleasure, the tutus are… well, they’re everything I’m not! They are fluffy, sassy, expressive, the opposite of rigid science!
It's strange, my journey is about as opposite to my career as one could possibly imagine. Sometimes, people say that I am just ‘playing dress-up’, and some find it confusing how I reconcile the two, how my two personalities mesh, but it makes perfect sense to me! We all have layers, it’s just my two are as bright and opposite as night and day. I need them both to shine. My day life gives me a sense of accomplishment, my drag life is fun, happiness, it makes my soul sing! And you know what else makes me happy? It's knowing that I get to spread my joy to people around me - and Ruislip, you've already embraced that pink sparkle. Just look at all those lovely smiling faces in the square!
Tonight is a ballet show at the village hall - the highlight of my night, I’ll tell you! They are putting on "The Nutcracker", so of course, I’m going all out in a sparkly, glittery pink tutu that reflects the spirit of the Sugar Plum Fairy! I might even grab myself some sweet candy cane earrings to match! And who knows, maybe, just maybe, I’ll be able to whip out some pink glitter, just a dusting… well, maybe a bit more! You just never know! It's Ruislip, baby! Let's be extravagant! It's going to be an amazing show - I can feel the excitement in the air.
Remember darlings, join the Pink Tutu Sparkles fan page and leave a comment! You never know, I might show you some behind-the-scenes action from Ruislip! It’s the ultimate destination for those wanting to share the pink magic with me! Don't be afraid to be yourself and sparkle your way! Because, remember, Pink Tutu Sparkles isn't just a name, it's a way of life, baby! And if a nerdy scientist who secretly loved tutus from Derbyshire can achieve it, then anyone can. Catch you later, Ruislip, and until next time... Stay pink, darlings!
💖 Tutu Queen
