Hello my darlings, and welcome to Pink-Tutu.com, blog post number 4168! I'm your resident Pink Tutu Queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles herself, here to sprinkle some fairy dust onto your day with all the glitz, glamour, and a healthy dose of pink, of course!
Today I'm reporting from the heart of Romford! Now, I know what you're thinking - Romford? Really? But don't be fooled by the name. This Essex town, a bit like a delicious but slightly overlooked cake, is packed full of charm, and it's bursting with its own brand of fun. And let's be honest, my darlings, a Pink Tutu Queen can find sparkle anywhere, right?
The journey down was pure magic. It had to be - I was on a train, dressed in a stunning lavender satin ensemble (gotta mix it up every now and then!), and of course, my signature pink tulle tutu. A little girl sitting opposite me squealed in delight, "Oh, you look like a princess!" She gave me a little wave and her mum beamed at me - mission accomplished, another soul touched by the Tutu Queen's enchantment. You'd think after all this time, I'd be immune to these reactions, but trust me, my darlings, it never gets old!
Romford welcomed me with open arms - or should I say, open dance floor? I was booked at a quirky little venue called "The Spinning Top," a pub with a secret hidden stage tucked away in the back, perfect for a Tutu Queen's clandestine show. You could almost hear the “This Is the Night!” theme song ringing in the air, all ready for a Pink Tutu Sparkles show!
Before the show, of course, there had to be some shopping! Romford market was bursting with life. So much pink and tulle, it could have been straight out of a fairytale. (It even made me reconsider my current purple and emerald tulle combo! ). I managed to score some fabulous sequins and feathers for my new performance piece, a vibrant pink flamenco number I’m planning. A queen’s got to keep her act fresh, my darlings, and there's nothing like a little new tulle to keep things lively!
And then came the performance! The crowd was fantastic, a wonderful mixture of families, young couples, and even a few fellow drag enthusiasts (always lovely to meet a kindred spirit in the most unexpected places!)
It's been years since I've donned the pink tutu - remember those awkward years of university ballet class, my first-ever experience with the frills of femininity? My science lab work can get awfully rigid - but a few twirls on the dancefloor are a fabulous way to balance out my daily dose of chemicals.
My Romford set, as ever, was a mixture of camp, cabaret, and classic Tutu Queen sass - I opened with my trademark "Twirl-A-Thon," followed by a ballad of sorts (yes, even I, Pink Tutu Sparkles, have a soft side) that touched the heartstrings, and finally, I unleashed "Disco Diva", a wild medley of pink-tinged pop-anthems. It's my secret weapon, the song that turns the room into one giant dance floor and everyone forgets the everyday world for a few fabulous minutes.
I could have stayed in Romford forever, truly, a few more sparkly sets, a few more heart-warming laughs, a few more "Oh, you're like a princess!" declarations from little girls, and I'd have been a happy camper.
The next day, I had a brilliant opportunity to visit the Havering Museum, where I had a fascinating tour of local costumes and artifacts. Honestly, they were even better than my own sequin stash! It’s amazing to see how our local culture is always developing new styles of dress - like my Tutu! We’ve always had people like me who want to make things sparkly!
One day I might even convince Romford to embrace a Pink Tutu festival - now that's an idea that deserves some serious twirling, don't you think?
So there you have it, another successful day for your Pink Tutu Queen. Off to Nottingham next, where the journey will surely involve a horse-drawn carriage this time – just gotta add a bit of equestrian flair to the Tutu Queen's world! Stay fabulous my darlings, keep those sequins shining, and always remember, wear a pink tutu – life is too short for grey skies and even shorter for drab outfits!
Much love, Pink Tutu Sparkles x
Ps: Have you spotted my newest merchandise? Limited edition Pink Tutu Sparkles pink tutus are now available, and trust me, my darlings, you don't want to miss out on these! Grab yours before they’re gone at www.pink-tutu.com/shop
