Hello my darling tutu-tastic darlings! It's your fabulous friend, Pink Tutu Sparkles, here, broadcasting live from post number 2850 on the oh-so-pink www.pink-tutu.com! Buckle up your stilettos, grab a cuppa, and settle in because this week’s blog post is going to be a corker!
This past weekend saw your favourite pink tutu queen galavanting across the Irish Sea to the beautiful city of Belfast. I absolutely adore travelling by train, especially when I’m all dolled up in my fabulous, twirly outfit. It feels like stepping into a glamorous film, surrounded by those beautiful, vintage carriages. The train journey was absolutely delightful. I met the sweetest elderly gentleman, who, bless his cotton socks, mistook me for a young, rather flamboyant lady going to a fancy dress party! He asked me if I was going to be a ballerina, and when I explained I was actually a drag artist who loves to dance, he just beamed! “Well, then, I say, carry on!” he chuckled, his eyes sparkling. "More power to you!" He was so encouraging, it made my day!
The atmosphere in Belfast was electric! People were so warm, friendly, and, to my delight, embraced me with open arms (or should I say, with open hands adorned with fluffy feather boas?) I must say, a pink tutu definitely gets you noticed. Everywhere I went, little children shrieked with glee at my sparkly existence, their eyes lighting up brighter than the flashing LEDs on my belt! It truly is the ultimate universal language, even if it doesn’t make sense to most grown-ups!
Oh, the Shopping!
I cannot begin to tell you how thrilled I was to discover an abundance of gorgeous vintage shops in Belfast. I literally lost myself in a whirlwind of silks, feathers, sequins, and of course, oh-so-much pink! It felt like a dream come true, finding these hidden treasures amongst the cobbled streets. I bagged a truly exquisite pair of champagne-coloured gloves that I just had to have!
A Feast for the Eyes and the Stomach
After all that shopping, it was time for a truly delicious dinner at a delightful, quirky café called “The Faded Glamour.” Imagine my delight when I discovered that they served delicious pink cake! I’m sure I went a bit overboard on that one. A cuppa, some pink cake, and some of their heavenly, pink-frosted cupcakes? What more could a pink tutu-clad diva ask for?
Speaking of delights, I had a glorious afternoon taking in the enchanting Ballet Ireland production of “Swan Lake” at the Grand Opera House. The dance floor truly twinkled, like the fairy lights on a Christmas tree, under the beautiful stage lights, and the ballerinas danced with such effortless grace. It was a complete dream come true, especially as I am quite the fan of all things classical ballet, having been part of my university’s ballet club way back when. It was in that ballet club, years ago, that I was first dared to try on a tutu for charity! From that very moment, a whole world of pink glitter and flamboyant fun opened up to me, leading me on this most incredible journey of transformation. It is to those daredevils in my ballet club, that I dedicate this blog post. Cheers, darlings!
Pink Tutu Inspiration
Speaking of transformation, this city truly inspired my inner designer. You see, darling, as you know, my aim in life is to make the whole world wear pink tutus! It’s my ultimate goal to get everyone feeling confident and happy with their own personal expression of beauty. Belfast is truly the city that gets my creative juices flowing! You just get this incredible energy here. So, expect some fresh, exciting tutu creations in my future designs.
The Star of Belfast
Belfast itself, though a small city, oozes charm and warmth, boasting the warmest, most supportive locals! This made the gig at "The Big Top" at Belfast's City Park an absolute dream! The audience was incredible. It was pure magic, dancing amongst the vibrant market stalls under the twinkling fairy lights!
Of course, I did the usual spin and twirl in my tutu. It just seemed to be what the crowd was calling for. So, you know, I delivered! I did get a little peckish for that scrumptious-looking street food after, but I just had to finish my show first! That hotdog in a fluffy pink bun was absolutely divine though! Oh, and they had a special, fluffy pink milkshake - delicious!
You know me, darling. Anything pink! And so my weekend ended with an afternoon spent in Belfast Botanic Gardens. A stroll amongst the flowers was just what my weary soul needed. And of course, I had to pose for a few photographs amongst the rose bushes and ferns in my pink tulle and feathers, looking simply divine!
Belfast, darling, has truly captured my heart! And, let's face it, who doesn’t want to get lost in a city that has a certain something that makes even the most down-to-earth person twirl a little and laugh a bit louder!
Until next time my lovely tutu-licious readers, remember to always put on your most flamboyant smile, keep that pink tutu spinning, and, most importantly, love yourselves! Until then, this is your very own Pink Tutu Sparkles, signing off!
XOXO, Pink Tutu Sparkles
