Hello darlings! Itās Pink Tutu Sparkles, bringing you all the glitz and glam from the most fabulous places in the UK! Today Iām bouncing around Rotherham, a lovely little town in South Yorkshire thatās been buzzing with excitement ever since I announced my arrival. And trust me, itās a real joy to be here, especially in this absolutely divine pink tutu!
Rotherham, you may ask, why? Well, itās one of the many hidden gems across Britain that deserves more love! For starters, the locals are absolutely darling. Such friendly faces and a real community spirit, the perfect backdrop for my performance later tonight at the Market Square. Imagine, the pink lights shining down, the stage set, and yours truly, all twirling in my most majestic pink tutu! Youāre sure to see me glitter like a disco ball!
And before the performance, letās go shopping, shall we? Oh my gosh, thereās a fab vintage clothing store tucked away in the heart of the town that calls to me like a sirenās song. Iām thinking maybe a new feathered boa to match my pink tutu? Or perhaps a sparkling fascinator for some extra oomph! Youāll find out on my Instagram later ā Iāll post photos for all my little Sparklers to see!
Rotherham, besides the fabulous fashion, has also captured my heart with its rich history and the beautiful nature around the town. There are quaint parks perfect for afternoon picnics with my girlfriends (or my hunky āfriendā who does my hair! You know how it is!). And they have a grand old market hall where I imagine those dashing, proper gentlemen of yore would buy their hats and fancy ribbons. A lovely bit of inspiration for my next stage outfit, wouldnāt you say? Maybe I'll find a new bow to add to my pink tutuā¦
This whole trip feels so inspired. Remember how I said I became a drag artist while studying for my science degree at a local university? Rotherham is actually near the campus! It makes my heart leap to think of all the student life here! They should have more Pink Tutu Sparkles in their lives, let me tell you! Imagine how amazing a pink tutu would look at a graduation ceremony? Oh, what a glamorous memory they'd have.
Letās rewind a little though, for those who are new to the pinktutu.com world: Did you know, the pink tutu that kicked it all off for me, the very first one I wore for the charity event at the university? Well, that one is safely tucked away in a little case back in Derbyshire, tucked between my mumās lavender linens. A reminder of where it all began ā and I think it still holds the energy of all the performances I've given, all the laughs and smiles from all the lovely people I've met along the way!
Thatās right, my sweet little Sparklers, my heart lies in this small corner of Derbyshire, a beautiful part of England known for rolling hills, sleepy villages, and those grand, stately homes. You wouldnāt think so looking at me all dolled up, would you? Itās a real life contrast! It's a reminder that we can all wear multiple masks, different colours, different sides of ourselves, depending on where we are.
I always try to blend my two lives ā the lab and the stage ā as seamlessly as I can! My daytime is filled with test tubes and chemical compounds, a far cry from sequins and feathers. Youād be surprised how often my lab work actually feeds my creativity, inspiring me with all the different shades of colours I get to use in my textile research. I see the world differently. It all becomes potential, a sparkling colour, an exciting fabric for the next pink tutu creation! And speaking of fabric, thatās another wonderful thing about Rotherham! Their market is packed with incredible finds! Imagine the textiles I could discover for a truly magnificent pink tutu...
Okay, before I get distracted by another glittering daydream, let's get back to my adventure in Rotherham! Tonight I am getting ready for my big performance in the market square. All those amazing people are sure to be out for some Friday night fun. And the thing is, I truly hope that all those lovely faces in Rotherham go out and discover a way to embrace a bit of Pink Tutu Sparkle in their own lives, even if itās just adding a touch of pink to their wardrobe! It could be a pink scarf, a pink hat, a pair of pink earrings ā itās all about finding that unique way to express yourself with a touch of sparkle. I find joy in getting people to see that we are all dazzling, unique beings ā just waiting for a moment to truly sparkle!
See you soon!
Lots of pink love,
Pink Tutu Sparkles x
