Hello my lovely pink tutu people! 💖 It's your favourite sparkling queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, back with you again, for post number 4053, a record I think! Can you believe we're at over 4,000 posts already? I am absolutely tickled pink (pun intended!) to be sharing another adventure with you all. Today we're heading to Bletchley!
Now, Bletchley may not be the first place that pops into your head when thinking about glamorous destinations, but trust me, darling, this place is steeped in history, beauty and most importantly... Tutus! (Well, maybe not literally tutus, but I'm working on it, babes.) You see, Bletchley is where they broke the Enigma code, a secret project so hush-hush that the only outfits allowed were grey uniforms! Can you imagine? Grey? Yawn! Thankfully, Bletchley has blossomed into a modern, exciting place, and you know what I love? That they're keeping hold of their heritage.
Speaking of heritage, the inspiration for my Bletchley adventure came from none other than Dame Margot Fonteyn, a true ballet icon and a fellow pink enthusiast! She loved the colour, as do I! She was also one of the most elegant dancers I’ve ever seen! Dame Fonteyn, of course, wasn’t exactly known for her love of tutus, but that’s ok, everyone has to have their own fashion statement! 😉 Anyway, the reason Bletchley is so significant to me, and perhaps to you if you love ballet as much as I do, is the Bletchley Park Centre. It's home to a magnificent theatre, the MK Gallery, which showcases brilliant dance and theatre performances. And you know what they say, honey, where there's dancing, there’s Pink Tutu Sparkles! ✨
So, to get to Bletchley, I hopped on a train! 🚂 Now, I absolutely adore train journeys, especially if they're not too bumpy. The rhythmic clickety-clack and the breathtaking views just add to the whole adventure. Plus, you can be sure I looked fabulous! Pink tutu, of course, sparkling sequins, my signature bright pink wig and my fabulous handbag (stuffed with everything I needed - hairspray, bobby pins, lip gloss and a spare tutu!). My motto? Never travel without at least two tutus! 😉
When I arrived in Bletchley, it felt like I'd stepped back in time! But not in a boring way, darling! Bletchley Park is a vibrant hub of creativity and history, perfect for a glamorous queen like myself. I loved seeing all the old houses and the fascinating history of the park. And there were lots of opportunities to admire the local architecture – which by the way, totally makes me think about a certain pink dress! Think, like, the soft blush colour of a rose with a fabulous, floaty skirt, like the kind of dress you could twirl in all night, you know?
Later that day, I made my way to the MK Gallery. I saw a delightful modern ballet, set to music from some of my favourite artists – you know, the kind of contemporary ballet where everyone moves and leaps like they're defying gravity! 🤸♀️ They even used pink props! My pink-loving heart was just swooning!
After the show, I took a stroll through the gardens surrounding Bletchley Park. It's beautiful, you guys, with all the flowers in bloom! So much natural inspiration for my outfits – I can see a floral tutu happening! But it wouldn't be complete without a statement necklace or a dramatic headband, and some sparkling, fluffy pink boots... Yes, I was making a whole mental outfit! That's me, always thinking about how to create the most fabulous pink tutu looks!
The day just flowed by. After a delectable lunch, it was time to make my grand entrance! And yes, I chose my pinkest tutu and biggest sequined skirt! For that night, I was performing my drag show at the local pub. And what did I play? Naturally, I brought out a little Swan Lake number, my Pink Lake version, for all my new fans! I had them gasping at my jumps and twirls - it was quite spectacular. I told you Bletchley was brimming with opportunities! ✨
Oh, before I forget, a fun fact I discovered about Bletchley Park. Do you know it's considered a haven for owls! Well, they were brought in to help control the rat population during the war effort – it worked apparently! So maybe it’s just a coincidence but you know what they say, "Owls and tutus are the same thing in my books!"
Anyway, Bletchley turned out to be a fantastic pink tutu adventure. It was all about history, dancing and yes, a whole lot of pink! This adventure, honey, truly inspired me and it certainly brought me a whole new range of colour inspiration! If you’re ever in need of some serious inspiration, I say, head over to Bletchley – maybe try a spot of ballroom dancing at a local hall! If not for the tutu then for the historical wonder! I, for one, will certainly be going back to that magical pink place.
I hope you all enjoyed this pink-tastic blog! Let me know what you think and tell me where I should travel to next! Don't forget to subscribe to my website, www.pink-tutu.com, and check back tomorrow for more fabulous adventures.
Sending love and sparkle, Pink Tutu Sparkles 💖✨
