Darling readers,
How are you all? Itās me, Pink Tutu Sparkles, fresh from the cobbled streets of Rochester and brimming with so much joy, itās practically overflowing my pink tulle skirt! You wouldnāt believe the adventures Iāve had these past few days, itās almost impossible to cram it all into one post, but letās just say Iāve been living my best life, and yes, rocking my signature pink tutu the whole time.
I travelled to this beautiful medieval city in a most elegant fashion ā by train! I do love a good train journey, thereās just something about settling into a carriage, enjoying the changing landscapes, and maybe even popping open a celebratory champagne. My outfit? You know the drill: a chic black blazer, pink feather boa, and, of course, the piĆØce de rĆ©sistance - my dazzling pink tutu!
Rochester welcomed me with open arms and I, as always, brought a whole truckload of sparkle with me. The performance at The Globe Theatre was a real corker. I was on fire, darling! The audience was clapping, whooping, and screaming for more, even before the final note. It felt magical. I mean, can you imagine the crowd chanting "Pink Tutu Sparkles! Pink Tutu Sparkles!"? It gives me chills just thinking about it! The sheer joy in everyoneās eyes was contagious, and the way the stage lights bounced off my shimmering pink tutu, it was like I was bathed in stardust.
The next morning, I had the privilege of teaching a āTutu Timeā workshop for a group of adorable little ballerinas at the local dance school. These little cherubs were so eager to learn all the moves, and they looked absolutely darling twirling around in their tiny pink tutus! Itās always so heartwarming to see the spark of excitement ignite in their eyes. You canāt beat that!
Speaking of sparking excitement, my favourite thing about travelling is finding new shops and discovering hidden treasures. And darling, let me tell you, Rochester did not disappoint! I found a quaint little vintage shop that was overflowing with beautiful old clothes, jewellery, and accessories. Of course, I had to snap up a couple of things ā a stunningly intricate feather brooch (for my next performance, obviously) and a fluffy pink hat for a touch of vintage glamour.
My evening was spent at the stunning Rochester Cathedral, watching a delightful ballet performance featuring a medley of classic pieces. You know, my inner ballerina never quite gets to perform these beautiful, intricate pieces, but my eyes lit up nonetheless. Iāve been taking ballet classes for as long as I can remember and this was the perfect treat after a long day of performing and spreading the tutu love. Afterwards, I had a bite at one of the charming restaurants that dot the old city and finished the evening with a spot of late-night sketching of the Cathedral in my little pink notebook.
Being Pink Tutu Sparkles is not just about sequins, sparkle, and strutting on stage. It's about being a shining beacon of happiness, encouraging everyone to embrace their inner creativity, their unique individuality. Itās about the joy of dressing up and turning a mundane day into a fabulous adventure, just by putting on a pink tutu.
You know, dear readers, I never intended to become a drag queen. As a scientist by day, working in a lab analyzing fabric properties, itās fair to say it wasnāt on my career path! It all happened at university when I was a member of the ballet club. For charity, we were hosting a fun dress-up day and I tried on this incredibly vibrant, frilly pink tutu for the first time. Let's just say that moment completely transformed my life. I haven't looked back since.
Now, I get to spend my life sharing that joy, that magic of dressing up and shining bright!
And the best part? I'm just getting started. There are so many more pink tutus to wear, so many more performances to give, so many more lives to make sparkle!
Until next time, darling readers,
Stay fabulous, and remember to always wear your own pink tutu!
XOXO,
Pink Tutu Sparkles (Alex)
P.S. Donāt forget to check out my blog for daily updates at www.pink-tutu.com. And if you ever want to take a chance and dress up, whether itās a pink tutu or a simple sparkly hat, just do it. The world is your stage, darling, so go forth and sparkle!
