Hiya darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back for my 2899th daily blog post from www.pink-tutu.com. Today I'm in beautiful Hove, a seaside gem with so much sparkle, and let me tell you, it's calling to my tutu-clad heart!
Now, you lovely lot know I'm a creature of habit. When it comes to getting about, nothing beats a scenic train journey, watching the world whizz by, with the occasional "Ooh la la" and a shimmy in my pink tulle. I felt a twinge of excitement as the train chugged into Hove station. The crisp sea air carried a whiff of seaside fun, and the sunshine glistened off the beautiful white pebbles on the beach. The colours were just right, and the seaside was looking simply fabulous, even in December!
Before embarking on a tutu-filled exploration of Hove, I indulged in my favourite pastime - a spot of retail therapy! I practically pirouetted into the first boutique I saw. Honestly, I'm not one for boring, conventional fashion. Gimme bold colours, shimmering textures, and just a touch of… tutu, if you please! I found a truly fabulous coral satin dress with shimmering sequins that begged to be twirled in. You just know it's gonna make an appearance in my next performance. Now, this may shock you darlings, but it isn't a tutu... yet! (Shhh, don't tell anyone). You'll have to wait and see, you lovely lot!
Of course, Hove being on the South Coast, I simply had to catch a glimpse of the beautiful beach. Oh my, darling, you know what? It's even better than the photos! The bright blue sky contrasted against the silvery white sand, just like my favourite ballet shoes against a dusty pink tutu.
As the sun started its downward waltz, casting long shadows on the pebbles, I knew what I had to do - pay a visit to the pier! It's a proper Victorian pier, a beautiful reminder of seaside times past, just like some of the Victorian pieces I've been scouring the antique markets for! They look so beautiful against a pink tutu, you see!
Then it was time for a theatrical spectacle of my own! The beautiful Hove Centre played host to my evening show - my sparkly rendition of a whimsical ballet number set to a catchy pop song. You lovely lot should have seen me twirl in my vibrant pink tulle as I did the splits and sashayed my way to an enthusiastic audience. Let's just say, Hove loved its Pink Tutu Sparkles!
Speaking of, a tiny confession - by day, I'm just your average, science-minded Alex. You'll find me in a laboratory, analysing fabric for durability and colourfastness (which, let's be honest, comes in very handy when you’re a tutu-wearing queen!), but as the sun sets and the stars twinkle above, Alex transforms into the fabulous Pink Tutu Sparkles. Who knew that a charity event at uni and trying on a pink tutu would be my defining moment? The universe obviously had bigger plans for this Derbyshire lass!
The energy in Hove is captivating. It's vibrant and alive, much like the fabulous tutus that I live in! This weekend has definitely reinforced my mission: To inspire the whole world to embrace their inner Pink Tutu Sparkle. You heard me, lovelies. You might not be able to do it everyday (unless you're like me!), but embrace your unique spark, and show the world that you are a total goddess in your own right.
Keep shining bright, my dears.
Your fabulous and totally pink,
Pink Tutu Sparkles xxx
P.S. For all you lovely lot in Brighton and Hove: Make sure you follow my blog on www.pink-tutu.com! I’ll be back with more sparkling tales of my adventures. And if you see a flash of pink swirling down the Brighton Lanes or along the Hove beach, it's me - I just had to pop in for a little pirouette or two, you see!
