#2101 - October 1st, 2005
Hello darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to take you on a fabulous journey through the vibrant, sparkling world of tutus and travel! As you know, I live for a good adventure and, today, my fabulous journey takes me to the charming town of Sale, a gem hidden in the heart of Greater Manchester.
Sale has long been on my list of "must-see" destinations, and it all boils down to one magnificent thing: the Sale Waterside Shopping Centre! Just the name, darling, evokes images of a sartorial wonderland, and it did not disappoint!
But let's be honest, the real star of the show is, you guessed it, Pink Tutu Sparkles!
(Do I sound vain? Well, maybe just a tiny bit, but I do love to see my reflection sparkle under the stage lights!)
This morning, I woke up with a plan, a mission: to spread the glorious gospel of the tutu! This week, I'm channeling the whimsical grace of a ballet dancer, so my ensemble, naturally, is all about the tutus! I've chosen a vibrant hot pink number – a vision of fluffy tulle perfection – and topped it off with a shimmering diamante crop top, the kind that sparkles in the sunlight.
It was a long journey by train – but darling, did you know that the journey itself can be just as much an adventure as the destination? I have the perfect playlist for long train rides: all glitter-infused, feel-good bangers to get you in the mood for an amazing day.
(A little secret: my personal favourite is 'Pink' by Aerosmith, the irony is simply divine! And I have this irresistible habit of chanting "Pink! Pink! Pink!" to myself throughout the journey – it just gets me so pumped up! )
Speaking of getting pumped up, you know I couldn't let a journey to Sale pass without stopping by the famous Lowry Outlet Centre! Let me tell you, the variety of stores in Sale really blew me away. The outlet centre boasts brands for every taste, every price range.
I indulged in a spot of window shopping, mesmerized by the array of fabrics. As a scientist by day, I just adore exploring the textures and colours of different textiles. There's just something so beautiful about the craftsmanship, the way the light dances across the fabrics, the stories they tell. It inspires me – both as a performer and as an artist.
Speaking of inspirations, my heart melted when I stumbled across a tiny little vintage clothing shop, hidden away amongst the bustle of the mall. There, amongst a treasure trove of old garments, lay the most magnificent, sparkly pink satin bow, the kind that belongs on a dancer’s bun. Naturally, it had to be mine!
(And no, darling, I haven't lost my head - that bow just cried out for my tutu, wouldn't you say? And we’ll need to get back to the fabulous topic of shopping in another blog post. For now, back to the magic of tutus...)
Once the sun began to dip lower in the sky, casting a beautiful, soft glow over Sale, I started to prepare for my big night out.
Now, when I say "night out," darling, I don’t mean dancing till the wee hours in a nightclub – oh no! While I have a good time dancing at a local club every now and again, I really find my true love on stage. Tonight, my love of dancing takes me to a fabulous community theatre where I'll be sharing my magic with a brand new audience.
And yes, darling, you guessed it – pink tutu and all! It was such a pleasure to showcase my love of dance and make people smile – the smiles on their faces were the true reward.
That, darling, is what it's all about – bringing a touch of pink, a splash of glitter, and a whole lot of joy to everyone! It's my mission, my calling! After all, when it comes to life, it's all about embracing the sparkle.
Until next time, remember to spread the love of pink tutus wherever you go! Keep it sparkling and fabulous!
Yours in tutus and sparkle,
Pink Tutu Sparkles
www.pink-tutu.com
