Blog Post #2323
Oh my darlings, what a whirlwind this week has been! Your Tutu Queen has touched down in the vibrant, bustling city of London! A metropolis of culture, theatre, and - of course! - a delightful abundance of shopping! 🛍️ The air is alive with the sound of honking buses and laughter, and the streets are overflowing with exciting sights. I can already feel the city's energy radiating off of me - this is what it means to truly LIVE!
Before I delve into the glittery details of my London escapades, allow me to give a quick shoutout to all the fabulously dressed folk in Derbyshire who helped make my journey here so spectacular! You know I adore the trusty train - something about the chugging rhythm and the picturesque scenery always gets me in the mood for a good ol' fashioned fashion parade! As you know, the Tutu Queen never travels incognito, and my pink ensemble truly turned heads in every carriage. One delightful chap even asked if I was the 'star' of the 'Pink Tutu Performance,' he’d seen the advert in the station for my upcoming performance! We’ll call him "Harold" from now on, he gave me an amazing compliment on my tutu. I always say, the power of pink is truly divine, darlings! 💕
Anyway, enough about train journeys. I’m off to the theatre! The sheer wonder of live theatre, the exquisite craftsmanship, and the emotions expressed on stage through movement and voice: there is simply no other art form that captures my attention like ballet! My trip is built around seeing one of the iconic, world-renowned, ballet shows at The Royal Opera House, and I just know I am in for a treat. Oh darling, can you even IMAGINE? It’s all I can do not to grab my tutu and take a little pirouette here on the platform...but then everyone would stare! 🤣 Thankfully I’m not going until later this afternoon - let's give Tutu Queen a chance to change into something sparkly.
I am absolutely bursting with excitement for this adventure! London holds such a special place in my heart - it’s the city that taught me how to wear a crown with confidence! But don’t worry, dear blog followers, my heart will forever remain in my little Derbyshire town! This gal can't wait to show off my own sparkly crown on the grand stages of the big city! It’s about spreading the joy of the tutu, darling! Every day is a performance for your Tutu Queen - we don't just wear tutus; we LIVE in them! 🩰💖
Let’s get into the heart of the action… London and the shopping scene… Fashion First, Dear Darlings!
Upon arriving at Paddington Station - a place where a touch of history lingers on the breeze (how's that for a fab line?!) - I made a beeline for a place I’d always dreamed of visiting: Liberty! It is the most delightful department store I've ever stepped foot in, truly a cornucopia of beautiful, well-crafted things. The decor alone would have my imagination swirling like a ballerina on stage - an ode to Victorian beauty with gorgeous florals, plush velvet and gorgeous lighting. It really was quite magical, dear darlings. My only regret is that I had to leave - and by leave, I mean, a shopping frenzy I may have gotten carried away! But of course, what's a visit to London without some truly amazing finds! It just felt wrong to leave empty-handed… 🛍️
You know I have a thing for vintage, darlings - but London gave me so many new fashion avenues I could hardly even breathe! This beautiful city is a sartorial wonderland! It really made me realise that fashion is truly a performance.
Oh, darling! Do you know I just had the most fabulous afternoon at Fortnum & Mason! They really live up to their iconic status! Afternoon tea in their majestic tearoom felt like a fairy tale come true. Honestly, this was every bit as dreamy as I hoped it would be. Everything about this place screams 'high tea elegance', a bit of theatrical magic. As I've said before, I love theatrics, I love the beauty of it all. The perfectly set tables, the delicate china, the warm and inviting atmosphere... It felt as though time itself had slowed down, giving us time to savor each delicious bite and each sip of delicate tea. I was even bold enough to order some delicate cakes and petit fours - I'd been indulging in "good eating" for a few days so the sweet treats just had to be a must. The chef's talent was evident in every bite and I honestly felt like royalty. 👑
My favourite spot - aside from the shopping? Why, the British Museum of course! Such fascinating artifacts, a real time capsule into human history. Did you know it's entirely free to visit? That's the best part of it! The museum is so large you’d be forgiven for spending the whole day exploring. The halls and chambers hold treasures from all around the world, and while I was wandering around the magnificent display of mummies I came up with a great new look! Pink Tutud! Yes! A pink version of Tutud, what do you think? Do tell me what you think in the comments!
The Theatrical Highlights of my London Trip… And it isn’t just the shops!
On this, my little excursion to the city of London, it felt a little wrong to be shopping without a theatrical performance, darling! 🎭 My main purpose for the visit, you ask? The Royal Opera House, obviously. And oh my stars, was it everything I had hoped for and more.
Just getting there felt like I was stepping into another world. Imagine, darling, those ornate doors, the grand hallways… everything screams majestic glamour! It's like a storybook come to life. You couldn't fail to be struck by the air of theatrical history and culture surrounding this fabulous institution. From the second you arrive at The Royal Opera House you are totally swept up in the world of high culture! The crowds around me, the energy radiating off them… just delightful! I felt like a little pink butterfly flitting through a dazzling garden!
Then it was showtime, and all I can say is... WOW! This show wasn't just beautiful, it was mesmerizing. The dancers' bodies were graceful, strong, and powerful all at once! Every step, every pirouette, every leap, told a story. It was almost as if they were dancing straight out of my dreams. The music, oh darling! I swear it felt like the symphony itself was dancing alongside them, so powerful! A magical blend of art, music, and motion, and honestly I was a little worried I might be transported straight onto the stage! Let’s just say there were a few very passionate claps and shouts from my little seat! 💖
*Tutu Queen’s Final Thoughts: A little something extra… *
Even now as I’m about to embark on the train journey back to Derbyshire, darling, I feel the magic of London in every fibre of my being! The excitement, the cultural immersion, the dazzling city life! It’s truly a melting pot of humanity. But let's be honest: there’s just something extra special about a little countryside retreat! Oh, the joy of breathing in fresh air and relaxing among green meadows!
The journey back was beautiful. The countryside stretched out before us - the greens and blues merging together, such a breathtaking display of nature’s artistic brilliance. Even the clouds seemed to be putting on a fashion show of their own!
Oh, darling, before I let you go for today - please keep in touch. If you see me on the platform at the station tomorrow, why not bring a pink tutu along and dance with me? The train can become our very own stage - why not make our commute a spectacular affair! After all, when it comes to tutus - the world is our runway!
Until next time, darling… don’t forget to spread your tutus and make the world a more fabulous place! 🩰💖
