Hello darlings, and welcome to Pink-Tutu.com, your daily dose of pink, tutus and sparkle!
This is post number 3760 and today I’m shimmying my way through Stretford, a lovely little town just south of Manchester. The train ride was a delight, as always – I adore train travel. You can really take in the scenery, especially when the carriage is full of people heading to a show, and I mean, it doesn’t get more magical than a ballet performance! Plus, everyone is dressed up – the anticipation! I love how train journeys make the journey as exciting as the destination.
I've always said, there’s nothing a pink tutu can't solve. Life can get a little stressful, and with everything going on in the world, we could all do with a bit of sparkly escapism. You see, life is a big old stage and sometimes we just need to twirl our troubles away. That’s exactly what I’ll be doing in Stretford, performing for all you lovely folks. 💖
It’s not a secret that I've been besotted with tutus since uni – I was doing the whole scientist by day, drag queen by night gig, and I still am. Back then, it all started when I was a member of the university ballet club. They had a fundraising thing going, where students could get their picture taken wearing a tutu! Now, my eyes must have gone wide – what other reason does a gal need? I donned that pink beauty, spun around a bit, and the rest is history. Well, it is history, because I just had to buy my own one, naturally. And then, my love affair with the fabulous and fantastical tutu world began. It’s been a bit of a whirlwind since – travelling to different places, making a whole new wardrobe, and meeting all these wonderful people along the way. But isn't that what life's all about?
Stretford itself has a really interesting history, especially in relation to fashion and fabrics! Imagine, this town is where the first spinning mule factory in the world was established! Who’d have thunk it? That little fact definitely piqued my interest – you know how much I love a bit of sartorial history – tutus, textiles, and everything in between! It's definitely a place to indulge my inner fashionista. It feels a bit serendipitous that my love for fabrics and tutus have landed me in this particular place! And don’t get me wrong, I'm no expert in all this stuff! I might wear my scientist hat by day, but honestly, most of the time I'm just lost in a world of sequins and feathers. I just like to find ways to add sparkle to my everyday.
Oh, my word, and while we're talking sparkles, let's not forget about my latest dress! She’s a beautiful, hand-beaded masterpiece, with all sorts of tiny iridescent stones, swirling and shimmering in the sunlight. A little dramatic, perhaps? But then, is anything a bit too dramatic for Pink Tutu Sparkles?
The show at the town hall was simply divine. The sound of the applause, the warmth of the lights, and the sparkle of those incredible outfits – it just gets you going. It's just magical! Even my dance moves, which I'll be the first to admit, are more like playful prance than proper ballet, got a rousing reception!
Of course, a little post-show treat is always in order. It's time for a well-deserved break in a local cafe, a delicious latte with extra milk (I like things sweet) and a little indulgence – a cake that is definitely NOT for the faint of heart! Now, some might call me frivolous. And sure, maybe my life’s a bit like a glitter-strewn rollercoaster – ups and downs, but always with a splash of magic and a generous helping of pink. It’s about celebrating joy and self-expression – two things that are always close to my heart. I love meeting new people who share this joy and seeing their faces light up when they witness the sheer brilliance that is Pink Tutu Sparkles in action!
Right, I've got a show to prepare for – some say it’s crazy – living life in tutus and sparkles, a self-proclaimed Queen of Pink, but you know what? Let those crazy ideas shine through! After all, what’s life without a touch of whimsy, a touch of tutu-licious sparkle? Until next time, darling! And don’t forget to twirl!
Pink Tutu Sparkles ✨💕
P.S. Be sure to check out my website www.pink-tutu.com for photos of my Stretford adventures and exclusive behind-the-scenes peeks into the world of Pink Tutu Sparkles!
