Hey sweeties, it's your favourite pink tutu queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, here with post number 4967, fresh off the train and ready to share all about my amazing adventure to Hartlepool! You can find me at www.pink-tutu.com if you want to keep up to date with my fabulous life!
Remember last time, when I was in Derby, I mentioned my new goal: get the whole world wearing pink tutus! Well, I took my message right to the streets of Hartlepool and guess what? 💅 It's contagious, darling! More on that in a bit!
Before I talk about all the incredible fun we had, let's chat a little about my journey! Now, Hartlepool might sound a bit, well, ordinary, to some. But let me tell you, this place was an absolute revelation! I've always adored the British coastline, it's got a certain charm, right? And since the North East has so many seaside towns, you know I had to pay it a visit!
I usually love travelling by train - it gives me time to think about my outfit for the night (because who needs sleep when you've got sequins to arrange?!), and admire the countryside flying past! I wouldn't mind a ride in a horse-drawn carriage either. That would definitely make for some dazzling Instagram pics, wouldn't it? Imagine that, rolling through the streets of Hartlepool in my Pink Tutu, like a modern-day fairy princess! But for this trip, the journey itself wasn't as important as where I was going.
The journey from my humble abode in Derbyshire took a little longer than usual. Honestly, it's no fun travelling during rush hour on a busy Tuesday. My fabulous fuchsia heels tapped impatiently against the floor of the train. Thankfully I had packed enough supplies, so a spot of make-up and my best pink eyeshadow palette helped me keep those nerves under control and my confidence up! Remember girls, you can always make an ordinary train journey special. I have a whole collection of travel tips I can share - just message me if you want the deets!
Hartlepool itself is just enchanting. A beautiful harbour, lovely green spaces (I couldn't resist grabbing a few pics in the gorgeous flowers!), and the most welcoming people - it was like stepping into a charming movie scene. The atmosphere just hums with history! As always, I'm obsessed with history, and finding the oldest, grandest building in the town was top of my list! The Town Hall was absolutely breathtaking, not just for its architecture but also for all its little quirky secrets I uncovered - I mean, a place this beautiful has to have secrets! You guys would have loved the photos I took - perfect for my #TutuQueen series on social media, wouldn't you say?
I was even treated to a fascinating trip to Hartlepool Museum! Now, the story of The 'H.M.S. Trincomalee' really took me back - I even imagined myself walking those decks, ready to set sail on a grand adventure. Who knows, perhaps one day!
Of course, no trip would be complete without shopping, right? And when it comes to clothes, let me tell you, Hartlepool didn't disappoint! From vintage boutiques crammed with stylish treasures to modern boutiques filled with bold fashion statements, it was heaven for a queen like me! You know I love my ballet-inspired outfits and there's a little shop on the high street called 'The Ballerina Boutique'. Let's just say that it didn't disappoint and I found a gorgeous tulle dress - I'm talking multiple layers, pure frill-dom, and of course, the perfect shade of pink! It was almost as if it was made for me - just goes to show how much the Universe loves to dress a Pink Tutu queen, right?! And when it comes to those fab accessories to top off the look, I found myself strolling through the independent stalls at the local market - there, tucked amongst the handcrafted trinkets and local treats, I stumbled upon the most glorious pair of butterfly clips with sparkling gemstones. My inner child went absolutely bonkers!
I was even lucky enough to see the most gorgeous Ballet show, a spectacular performance of "Swan Lake" by the "Northern Ballet"! It was pure magic, darling! All that elegance, grace, and, of course, those gorgeous costumes - you can tell those designers adore pink tutus as much as I do! That night I dreamt of dancing on the stage myself, wearing my very own swan costume with, you guessed it, a stunning, iridescent, pink tutu. It’s not impossible, you know?
It was such an uplifting performance! It reminds you of the magic of art, of being able to express yourself without holding back. You know I've always felt drawn to ballet! Ever since I was just a wee babe (oh how the time flies, but we'll talk about the awkward teens another day) in my sparkly shoes, it's been a part of me. I mean, imagine a world where everybody loved to move, dance, and twirl just like they did in "Swan Lake”! Now that’s a world I want to live in.
Speaking of which, I think my biggest moment in Hartlepool was performing in my Pink Tutu at a community arts fair! Imagine it, darling, a sea of smiling faces, little girls in bright colours and all that positive energy in the air. They all loved me, darling, especially my "Sparkling Tutu Waltz"! Let's just say a lot of tutu-clad people got up and danced along. Who needs glitter canons when you have 30 smiling kids and a few lovely mums clapping? It was pure joy.
Let me tell you, seeing so many happy faces enjoying the beauty of a pink tutu? It was pure bliss! My heart swelled with joy - I know I mentioned my mission, and well, let's just say that by the end of that performance, more than a few ladies were sporting a pink tutu with pride. It's happening, darling! I told you it was contagious!
Honestly, it makes my soul sing, knowing that my tiny bit of whimsy can touch people in such a beautiful way! And if you're reading this and wondering why you haven't donned your pink tutu yet, I say: What are you waiting for? It’s more than a fashion statement, it’s a chance to bring a little bit of joy to the world! Go on, give it a go! I promise you won’t regret it. 💖
Right, that's it for me today, I have a fabulous pile of tutus waiting for a good clean. Remember to pop back to www.pink-tutu.com for more adventures in pink, and if you want to be part of the revolution, use the #PinkTutuArmy on your posts!
Sending you lots of sparkly love and a big pink hug,
Pink Tutu Sparkles (Alex when not rocking that gorgeous tutu)
