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#TutuQueen on 2005-05-22 stars in Fareham

Fareham: A Pink Tutu Dream! 💖🩰

Post number 1969

Hello my gorgeous darlings! It's your favourite pink-tutu-wearing queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, back with a new post! Today, I'm whisking you all away on a whimsical journey to the beautiful town of Fareham. Get ready for a whole load of glitter, tutus, and of course, the colour pink! 😉

Let's just take a moment to admire the glorious scenery, shall we? The sunshine is making the lush greenery shimmer, and the little seagulls are calling out to each other like a chorus of fluffy pink feather boas! Fareham's a real gem of a place, you know? I’ve only been here a few hours, but the warmth of the locals has already filled me with a kind of shimmery joy that only a perfectly chosen tutu can give.

My travels here were quite an adventure. A dear friend of mine in Bournemouth – she's a dazzling costume designer, you should see her work, it's breathtaking! – contacted me saying there was a lovely summer fete happening in Fareham and asked if I’d fancy performing. Well, when it comes to wearing pink tutus and spreading sparkly joy, my answer is always a resounding, "Absolutely!" And what a wonderful choice it was! The journey down here on the train was such a joy! Watching the countryside whizz past through the windows is truly captivating - imagine it: endless fields of daffodils, a whole rainbow of wildflowers swaying in the breeze, all while my latest 'fit (don't even ask about the sequins, darling, you'll melt!) shines brightly in the sunlight.

And who needs a first-class ticket, anyway? It's about embracing the journey! Sure, the third class carriages might not have quite so much legroom, but that doesn't stop me from adding my own glamour. A sprinkle of pink glitter here, a flash of fuchsia lipstick there, and I transform even the dullest compartment into a party bus ready to roll! (Sorry to the grumpy gentleman with the newspaper who kept glaring at me for being so boisterous… I told him that life's too short for dreary beige!)

Fareham itself is just lovely! A delightful little town full of charming shops bursting with hidden treasures. And what a perfect location for a spot of afternoon tea, don't you agree? My darlings, I have a weakness for a good Victoria sponge, a little pot of clotted cream, and a strong cuppa… oh, and don’t forget the tiny, dainty cucumber sandwiches! 🥒 Sandwiches with the crusts cut off? What are these culinary crimes, I say?! That’s how you get boring people – by not appreciating a perfect piece of bread, you see. 😂

Speaking of crimes… well, actually, not crimes, just the cutest, cuddliest things ever - they were hosting a pet fair today! Did I forget to tell you about the little fluffball puppy I met in Fareham? Let me just say that, if you were looking for the perfect accessory to a pink tutu, I have found it. This tiny little white dog, looking so impossibly fluffy with his big puppy-dog eyes, simply had to be touched. (After all, I couldn't not be polite! It's a well-known fact that my sweet demeanor is part of my allure!)

Honestly, this whole experience has made me wish I had more time to explore all that Fareham has to offer! But alas, tomorrow I'm off to Brighton, so I’ll be getting my travel groove on again. Brighton! What adventures await, you might ask? Oh, just a little show at the beach for a group of enthusiastic art students... just a chance to spread a little love, joy, and some fabulous tutus to the masses, that's all! It’s all a little dizzying, isn't it? My darlings, the sheer volume of glitter and excitement just keeps coming at me like an avalanche of pink tinsel. But wouldn't you have it any other way?

Anyway, as much as I want to sit here, my dear loves, and tell you all about the fantastic people I met, and about the amazing vintage hat shop where I snagged a gorgeous pink bow to complement my tutu... there's a train to catch, and you wouldn't want to miss the first update from Brighton, now would you?

So, stay sparkly, darling, and keep dreaming in pink! Until next time,

Your Pink Tutu Sparkles 💖

*P.S. * For those of you thinking, “Pink tutus? Seriously? What kind of life are you living?”… Oh, sweetheart, I dare you to give it a try. Pink tutus are the epitome of joyful freedom. Embrace your inner twirly, embrace your own personal sparkle, and embrace the absolute freedom of just being you. The world needs more of that, wouldn’t you agree?

P.P.S Be sure to follow me on www.pink-tutu.com for daily posts and sneak peeks behind the curtain of my magical world! 😘

#TutuQueen on 2005-05-22 stars in Fareham