Hello my lovely darlings, and welcome to Pink Tutu Sparkles' latest adventures in the world of frills, fashion and fabulousness! Today I'm whisking you away to the charming seaside town of Bebington, a place I discovered thanks to my love of the ballet! I have to say, Bebington really was the perfect place to spend a delightful afternoon, and you're going to want to add it to your travel bucket list, my darlings. Let me tell you all about it…
It all started with a flyer tucked neatly into the programmes at the Royal Opera House – a poster advertising a special performance of Swan Lake at the Bebington Arts Centre, just a short train journey from London! Now, I do love me some ballet, and it’s no secret that a girl like me can’t resist a good travelling adventure. But of course, I’d only consider a day trip if it involved at least a little bit of fabulous shopping. I was determined to find something totally unique in the seaside shops and markets of Bebington to complete my performance outfit.
So, I set off from Derbyshire in the early morning, feeling all glamorous and sassy in my favourite hot pink suit, a shimmering turquoise handbag that matched my turquoise wig (it really was a stunning look) and of course, my favourite sparkling pink ballerina flats. Nothing says “travel in style” like some glitz, and you bet your bottom dollar that my train carriage was full of compliments! It's all about that sparkle, you know, especially on the train to Bebington.
A couple of hours later I arrived, all sunshine and sea air, ready for some seaside fun. But before I could tackle the shops, I knew it was essential to start the day off properly with some afternoon tea. The beautiful little "Seashell Café" had an array of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones (which were just divine), and a selection of pink and blue iced cakes (naturally I chose pink). What a delightful start to the afternoon!
Then came the exciting part: Shopping in Bebington! I absolutely adore finding little gems in vintage shops and antique markets, and Bebington did not disappoint. The cobbled streets were bursting with unique boutiques and quaint shops tucked into charming old buildings. Now, my lovely darlings, you can bet I spotted a gorgeous vintage brooch, absolutely sparkling with tiny jewels in a delicate butterfly shape. And can you believe it? It perfectly matched the pastel shades of my new hot pink polka-dotted tutu, which I snagged for a steal in a small but amazing shop called "Fancy Threads"!
I swear, it's almost like Bebington was calling to my inner pink tutu-loving fashionista. Oh, and I simply had to have a delightful straw boater hat to add a touch of vintage charm. It was all a bit too much for a girl like me. A little overwhelming with excitement but just fabulous.
Finally, after all the fabulous shopping, I settled into a plush red velvet seat in the intimate theatre of the Bebington Arts Centre, feeling ready for an enchanting ballet performance. Now, I have to say, seeing Swan Lake against the backdrop of the historic seaside town was truly magical. The dancers were superb! Every graceful twirl and perfect plié mesmerized me – it was absolute bliss, just as I had dreamed. And I must say, my brand-new tutu felt absolutely incredible as I took in the performance – so sparkly and so stylish. The perfect finishing touch for a truly memorable experience.
Oh, I must mention the delightful fellow drag artist I met, named “Fizzy Flo” – she performs in a sparkly purple top hat and fishnet stockings! Now, she gave me the best tip for finding vintage jewellery: "The flea market behind the town hall!" We agreed, over a shared glass of Prosecco (or rather, pink lemonade for me), that it was the perfect conclusion to a beautiful afternoon.
Later, in my hotel room (where I couldn’t resist whipping up a little private impromptu drag performance to my favourite ballet music, all sequins and sparkly smiles) I felt an immense sense of gratitude. Thank you Bebington for an experience truly filled with charm and glamour!
You know what? I just knew that I'd leave a little sparkle in Bebington after my visit. I've even added some glittery pink shoe polish to the bench outside the Arts Centre. Think of all the lovely shoes that will now have that special sparkle – I know a certain little mermaid was thrilled by the surprise when she stumbled upon the magical pink gleam!
And guess what, my dears, it is never too late for you to find your own unique pink tutu journey. Don’t just be a queen, be a Pink Tutu Queen! It’s a whole lifestyle, a fashion revolution – it's all about wearing a little bit of your own unique sparkle! Because life, darling, is simply too short to be anything but fabulously you!
Stay fabulous my dears, until next time… Pink Tutu Sparkles xox 💖
