#TutuQueen on 2009-09-07 stars in Leighton Buzzard

Hello darlings! It's your girl Pink Tutu Sparkles here, coming to you live from the charming town of Leighton Buzzard! I’m feeling absolutely pinkalicious today – sunshine, blue skies, and my new pink tutu practically vibrating with excitement! As a self-proclaimed ambassador of all things pink and tutu-rific, I can't resist sharing the adventures of this fabulously fabulous journey!

This trip began, as so many do, with a craving for something sparkly and a good old-fashioned "Pink Tutu Sparkles" train journey. Let’s face it, you simply can’t have a day without a touch of glitter, especially when it involves travelling to the heart of England. The steam train ride was absolutely delightful! The chug-a-chug rhythm of the train combined with the sunshine, my new pink sequined handbag (which you will be seeing SO MUCH of), and the rhythmic sway of the carriage made the trip itself a mini-ballet performance.

My purpose in Leighton Buzzard is twofold: Firstly, I have a fantastic opportunity to perform at the annual Town Fair. Can you believe it, they’re having a drag show in Leighton Buzzard?! This is practically a tutu dream come true, as it brings the thrill of a fantastic audience to an entirely new area, and they were incredibly welcoming. They were excited for me and asked me if I’d share my tutu love story for a piece in their local magazine. What a perfect chance to share the magic of pink and tutus!

But secondly, Leighton Buzzard is only a stone’s throw from a divine ballet academy, and I simply cannot pass up the chance to watch some brilliant dance talent. There’s nothing like the grace and beauty of ballet to make my heart sing! I absolutely love seeing new young performers develop, especially their delicate moves. Watching them, I often remember back to my own time at uni, when I fell head-over-heels for tutus in the university ballet club, trying on one for the charity ball. It was a tutu-riffic revelation – and the rest, as they say, is history!

Speaking of history, you’d be surprised how many fabulous finds you can discover when exploring a town, especially on foot. And what better way to do so than in a pink tutu, don’t you think? As I was strolling down a cobbled street, I spotted a little shop called “Sew Quirky”, bursting with colour and vintage trinkets. Inside, I found the most adorable pink sequined jacket, perfect for adding a touch of "Pink Tutu Sparkles" magic to my performance wardrobe!

There’s a fantastic cafe called “The Cupcake Corner”, where I had the most scrumptious lemon and lavender cupcake. You just wouldn't believe how the cupcake complimented my lavender floral headband - divine! And, of course, they had pink sprinkles – naturally! The day was starting to feel unbelievably pinkalicious! I shared my love for pink tutus with everyone I met – spreading the message one shimmering stitch at a time. A kind man named Harry, sitting in a park with his poodle, even let me borrow it for a photo with a tutu I brought with me. I shared my tips on styling your very own tutu (he looked fabulous!), and gave him a "pinkalicious" lesson on wearing the perfect tutus with pink flowers. Everyone needs a tutu touch in their life, darling!

As dusk began to settle and a soft, pink glow painted the sky, I made my way to the Fair, where my dressing room awaits! It's a small stage, but I'm planning something extra-tutu – a medley of dance and “Pinkalicious” energy that’ll be a true testament to the joy of tutus. There’s something incredibly powerful about the way a pink tutu can instantly make you feel like a star. And tonight, I'm shining brighter than ever!

Speaking of shining, don’t forget my dear darlings, if you need a sparkle of pink tutu inspiration, just pop over to www.pink-tutu.com. I’m sharing all my fabulously fabulous finds and style tips there, too. Don’t be shy to give me a follow for the latest!

Tune in tomorrow for the exciting wrap-up of my day at the Leighton Buzzard Town Fair – where I'm going to attempt to teach everyone in the audience a fun little ballet move while wearing my amazing, shiny new sequined jacket and of course, my Pink Tutu! Until then, darling, remember to always live life in pink!

Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles. xxx

Well, hello darlings! It’s Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back from an utterly fantastic night at the Leighton Buzzard Town Fair. I’m still buzzing, quite literally, from the incredible energy of the crowd! Last night, darling, the fair was simply pinkalicious!

My set, darling? Absolutely delightful! You know how I love a little bit of surprise, and this was a perfect opportunity for a little theatre. I started off the performance by introducing myself with the traditional grace of a ballerina - even though my grand jetés are decidedly more “fabulous” than strictly professional! The crowd loved the whimsical way I used pink flowers to compliment the light in the air! I shared a little bit about my own love affair with the pink tutu – how it inspires me to embrace every day with joy and glamour. The entire town hall seemed to be bathed in pink glitter.

Now, darling, this is where things got real - I decided to teach the entire audience a bit of ballet! Imagine a group of adorable locals in a square, holding hands, wearing an assortment of clothes from hoodies to flower patterned skirts… but, they all have pink tutus on! A few look a bit surprised by the sudden tutu makeover, while some really embrace it! Honestly, there’s something magical about seeing everyone dressed in pink tutus. They looked stunning. It’s a little bit like spreading sunshine through the streets of Leighton Buzzard.

It was exhilarating to watch as they slowly caught on to the basic moves, awkwardly yet excitedly doing pirouettes, trying to remember their passé (don’t you love the elegant names of the ballet moves?). I have a feeling, if I stayed there for the week, we could’ve created a lovely, mini-ballet troupe.

After our ballet performance, I decided to go for an absolutely stunning "Pink Tutu Sparkles" walk through the night. I took some snaps with the townsfolk - those adorable little pups were a delight - a perfect, pink moment of community in my travels. It reminded me just how magical a tutu can make any place. Leighton Buzzard definitely left me “pinkalicious” - from its kind people, the bustling streets of its lovely town square to the incredible dance talents, it's become another tutu-rific addition to my pink-filled travel diary!

Before I depart on my journey (remember that little ride I mentioned yesterday - it’s all aboard my tutu-licious train to London!), I’m sure you’re curious as to my favourite discovery, and the winner of this journey, darling? You guessed it… the wonderful, the sparkly, the divine "Pink Tutu" collection at “Sew Quirky”! You’d be absolutely delighted to see how their tutus add a touch of magic to everything from vintage jewelry to vintage handbags, creating this delightful wonderland.

Of course, I’m sure you’ll be delighted to know I was quite unable to leave the shop without more pink items! So don’t forget to check back tomorrow to see how the “Pink Tutu Sparkles” look transforms for the London Fashion Week street show... I know, what an exciting week in my travels, don't you think?

Oh darling! This is it - I’m just hopping on my tutu-rific train back to Derbyshire!

Until tomorrow, darling, remember to always keep that spark of pink!

Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles xxx