Post #1817: December 21st, 2004
Hello darlings, and welcome back to the pinkest blog on the interwebs, www.pink-tutu.com! Today, your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles is hitting the road - literally, because I'm taking the train up to Coventry, a city that's become a little bit like a second home to me! You know me, I'm always searching for new places to spread the joy of pink tutus, and Coventry's always a buzzing centre for exciting things. This time I'm even more excited because I've been invited to perform at a fantastic event!
But before we get into the fabulous details of my sparkly, glittery, tutu-filled night, let's rewind back to Derbyshire where I spent the last couple of days... because let's face it, no pink tutu trip would be complete without a dash of Derbyshire charm, right?
A Day of Pink Tutu Prep:My days usually start pretty early when I'm performing. Why? Because, my darlings, I don't simply chuck on a pink tutu and call it a day. It's an art form! And let me tell you, this week I have to say, I felt absolutely divine. My new pink tutu arrived! It's this glorious shade of bubblegum pink, with just a hint of iridescent sparkle, which I have to say, is the kind of detail I simply can't resist. Now, my darling, I wouldn't be me if I didn't pair this with a few carefully selected accoutrements. My dazzlingly pink feather boa arrived, just in time for a very important shopping trip, so I set out in the afternoon for a bit of retail therapy.
Oh, my darlings, did I mention Iāve become utterly obsessed with sparkly sequin dresses? My latest acquisition? A magnificent pink sequin gown! I'll be giving you all the deets on this fabulous frock, darling, and yes, you guessed it - it'll be perfect for Coventry! The train to Coventry is my favoured method of travel, after all.
As the day faded and evening shadows fell, I could hear a very familiar, irresistible call from my closet. No, my darling, it wasn't my sequin dress (although I certainly could've listened to her allure). It was the siren song of my trusty, never-ending supply of makeup! The call of my bright, vibrant colours; the lure of the blusher brush that brings my cheekbones to life... well, you canāt resist the call, my darlings.
Before we move onto Coventry, darlings, I need to tell you a little something about why I chose this path!
You see, dear reader, when I was studying for my science degree, the pink tutu wasn't in my life! It was a completely different world back then! A world filled with beakers and Bunsen burners. It was there at university, that my whole life took a delightful turn. It wasnāt planned. But, one afternoon I was helping the university's ballet club with a charity fundraiser - the theme was 'dress up' and the costume box held one shimmering, perfect, bubblegum pink tutu...
My friends dared me. It felt thrilling! Like something out of a magical fairytale, I was swept into the pink tutu's embrace and something inside me snapped, something inside me said: "I have found my purpose! I have found my pink!"
The moment I stepped out onto the stage, I knew it wasnāt just about ballet and science, it was about bringing joy and laughter to others, about defying expectations, about saying, āHere I am! And I am utterly fabulous in my pink tutu!ā I was the girl from Derbyshire in a pink tutu... ready to sparkle, shimmer, and shake it.
So there I was... in a lab by day, testing fabrics. Then by night, with the stage lights bright, performing as Pink Tutu Sparkles. From there, my pink tutu adventures were unstoppable!
Coventry, Oh Coventry:When the train rolled into Coventry Station, I felt like I was home! The energy here is just incredible! You can practically feel it in the air. It's the perfect place to let your imagination soar, to be whoever you want to be, and to celebrate the beauty of it all. Thatās why Coventry has welcomed me with open arms, I've had the best times here: from performing on the cobbled streets of the city center, to spinning sequins at the local arts centre, Iāve been embraced by the most amazing people. It's been my haven for everything pink and sparkly.
Oh, and darlings, I have to confess that thereās something really special about Coventry, this city holds a bit of my heartā¦ Did I ever tell you about the time I spent at a spectacular ballet performance, right here in this amazing city? It was absolutely breathtaking, my heart felt full of inspiration! All I could think about was those exquisite pirouettes, that majestic grace... it truly sparked my own creative spark! It set my wheels spinning - what could I do? Where could I bring this amazing sparkle and grace?
But my darlings, this isnāt just about the past. Tonight is about making new memories! Because tonight, my darlings, is the night for PINK TUTU SPARKLES to shine!
I canāt give too much away, youāll just have to tune into this fabulous space tomorrow to read all about it. I just want to tell you that tonight was spectacular, and it wouldnāt have been half as spectacular without you. I love to share these moments with my fantastic followers. Every dance, every pose, is for you, darling. Every single time, you are my inspiration!
Until next time my lovelies, letās stay fabulous and pink.
Until then,
Love,
Pink Tutu Sparkles (and, as always, Alex behind the sparkles)!
