Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2011-10-02 stars in Sutton

Sutton Sparkle!

Pink Tutu Sparkles Blog, Post #4293

Oh, darlings, hold onto your tiaras! Today is a day of glorious tulle and theatrical sparkle! My trusty steed, (oh, excuse me, train), delivered me to Sutton, a delightful little town just outside of London. The air is already fizzing with excitement and I can practically smell the freshly-baked cupcakes at the local tea room. Just a quick dash for a powder puff and a quick whirl in front of the mirror in the ladies (you know how I love a dramatic entrance!), and I'm ready to conquer the town in my best Pink Tutu Sparkles outfit!

Speaking of fabulous fashion, darling, my outfit today is pure "Sutton Sparkle"! Imagine a perfectly pink tutu, just overflowing with glittering sequins - think of the mermaids in your favourite Disney movie, but in bubblegum pink! The matching top, a bejeweled bodice with strategically placed diamantés, accentuates my most-adored curves, whilst my bewitching cherry red platform boots will, quite literally, stop traffic!

You might be asking yourself: why, oh why, does Pink Tutu Sparkles choose Sutton? It's quite simple, my darlings: Sutton is a hotbed of culture! This weekend sees the town celebrating a traditional Victorian Faire. Expect costumed townspeople, delectable home-baked goodies, and a glorious, joyous spectacle - and guess what? Pink Tutu Sparkles will be at the centre of it all, naturally!

You see, I thrive in these kind of settings. Sutton's Victorian Faire is a wonderful collision of creativity and a dash of good-natured theatrics. Perfect for Pink Tutu Sparkles, the self-proclaimed Queen of the Tutus. You see, I don't believe that anything needs to be serious. In fact, I'd rather see people smiling! And, dare I say, a touch of colour can always do a heart good! My aim? Get everyone in Sutton to don a pink tutu - can you imagine the delightful chaos?

You might be thinking, what is it that makes a humble tutu such a powerful, magical item? It's not just about the fluffy fabric, darlings. It's a statement of confidence, a celebration of inner strength, a dash of magic, and, above all, a wonderful dose of FUN! Every time I step into my fluffy pink wonder, it's like the whole world opens up a little wider!

Before I leave, dear readers, I can't leave without giving a shout out to all of you lovely Sutton residents - your friendly faces and warm welcomes always leave Pink Tutu Sparkles wanting more! Now, if you’ll excuse me, it's time for a grand entrance, a delightful stroll, a quick shimmy and shake, and then, off I go, to conquer the world in a pink tutu. I'll report back later, with more stories and sparkling delights from Sutton! Stay tuned, my darlings!

A bit about Pink Tutu Sparkles...

For those of you who don't know my story, darling, I'm Alex! In my "real" life, you might find me beavering away in the lab, experimenting with the magic of fabric textures. By night, well, it's Pink Tutu Sparkles time! I've always loved ballet. My family thought I'd follow my father's footsteps into medicine. Little did they know, my calling was in dance and performance!

It all started at University, darlings. I joined the University ballet club, just for a laugh - I was quite the shy little creature, to be honest. But then, the dance society was raising funds for a local hospice. They were having a drag fundraiser and...well, I had to be a part of it. And who better to embrace the dramatic theatricality than the Pink Tutu Queen herself?! I tried on a pink tutu for the first time...and it was like I'd discovered my true calling. I fell in love with it. My soul. My inner-goddess. The rest, darling, is, well, Pink Tutu Sparkles history!

Since then, I've been gallivanting all over the British Isles and beyond, spreading my message of positivity, kindness, and all-things-pink. It's been a thrilling adventure! From performing in the stately gardens of a stately home to captivating crowds in a travelling fair, I've danced my way through a world of laughter and good times!

You'll find Pink Tutu Sparkles performing everywhere. If there's a local carnival, I'll be there. If there's a Victorian festival, you know where I'll be. You may even spot me twirling on stage at the local theatre. There's nothing I love more than putting a smile on a face!

Of course, travelling as Pink Tutu Sparkles needs a bit of organisation, wouldn't you agree, darlings? No more "ordinary" public transport for me! Trains and, on occasion, even the occasional trusty steed, allow Pink Tutu Sparkles to travel in style and to plan out each delightful adventure, I even carry a specially made suitcase, designed just for my collection of magnificent, magical tutus!

And to those who think it's just "a bit of a laugh" I say, darling, why shouldn't it be a bit of a laugh? Every day should be a reason to twirl, a reason to celebrate life! Because in the end, darlings, don't we all secretly yearn to slip into a tutu and sparkle just a little?

Well, that’s me for today, darlings. Keep on shining, keep on twirling, and remember, always add a dash of Pink Tutu Sparkle to your day! And don’t forget to share your favourite pink moments in the comments below, I can’t wait to hear them!

See you soon!

Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles * P.S. Remember to keep an eye out for this blog, new posts every day at www.pink-tutu.com.*

#TutuQueen on 2011-10-02 stars in Sutton