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Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2014-11-03 stars in Portsmouth

Portsmouth: Pink Tutu Sparkles Takes on the South Coast! πŸ’–πŸ©°

Hello my lovelies!

It's your girl, Pink Tutu Sparkles, here, ready to share my adventures from Portsmouth. This is post number 5421, folks - it's been a wild ride, and I can't believe you've all stuck with me through thick and thin (and glitter!). πŸ’–

First off, can we just talk about this train journey? My dear friend, Daisy (you know, the one who designed my amazing, feather-trimmed hot pink sequin jacket) and I were both wearing our travel tutus, of course, and the entire carriage was like a fairy-tale land. Seriously, it was like one of those vintage films where everyone's just so stylish and well-dressed - even the dog sitting across from us wore a little, oh-so-adorable bow tie. Who knew the world of public transport could be so much fun?

Anyway, after a most glamorous journey, we arrived in Portsmouth, which is absolutely bursting with character. The harbour, oh my goodness! It's all ships and boats and salty air and the smell of fresh fish - seriously, the seagulls nearly stole my fish and chips! πŸ˜‚ I managed to snap a picture, obviously. We must be fashionable even while being threatened by predatory birds. πŸ˜‰

Daisy and I spent the morning exploring, like proper tourists. We did that thing where you go into a little shop, see something completely pointless, and have to have it, just because. This time it was a cute, fluffy, pink elephant keyring (who could resist?!) and a little, oh-so-adorable pair of pink ballerina shoes that just happened to be exactly my size! We have matching keyrings and shoes, it's the cutest.

After all that excitement, we were ready for a proper shopping trip. We need to stay ahead of the trend, and as you know, fashion is always evolving. We hit the shops like a whirlwind, picking up new sequins, lace, feather boas - anything with sparkle, really. My favourite discovery? The shop Pink Heaven! I literally spent an hour in there. Everything from fabulous pink hair extensions to sparkly tutus. Oh, I forgot to mention the sequins, but they were everywhere, like it's Christmas in the pinkest, most glam heaven ever. Honestly, you guys should see my purchases - I'm even more fabulous now than before, if that's even possible. ✨

In the evening, it was time for my show. Portsmouth's never seen anything quite like me, folks. This town was ready for Pink Tutu Sparkles, and I wasn't going to disappoint. I decided to go all out for this performance: a dramatic red-sequined leotard, shimmering silver tights, a big fluffy, oh-so-sparkly hot pink tutu and, naturally, my dazzling pink feathered crown.

I knew I needed to give it my all, and the audience definitely gave it back. They laughed, they cheered, they threw some sequins on the stage (it's hard to do a cartwheel without someone shouting β€œOoh la la!” but it's worth it!) Honestly, you guys, they were completely enthralled. Even when I started doing that ballet sequence I learned for the university’s ballet club back in the day. (Can you believe I was just a student then?) But trust me, my dance skills are far better now! I mean, I'm a seasoned pro - a seasoned pro with a sparkle! πŸ’… ✨

And speaking of glitter, let’s talk about the post-show get-together! We celebrated my success, and of course, we talked all things glitter and fashion. We also took pictures, so naturally, they were all up on Instagram and Pink Tutu's Facebook. It’s mandatory for my beautiful followers to get to see me rocking my outfits. πŸ˜‰

Honestly, I can't thank you enough for following my journey. Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today. You make me so happy and your enthusiasm inspires me to keep wearing my tutus, rocking the glitter and spreading the love of pink! πŸ’•

Don’t forget to check out my latest video over at www.pink-tutu.com and stay tuned, my lovely people, for more adventures and sparkles. Until next time, don't forget: Wear pink! πŸ’–

#TutuQueen on 2014-11-03 stars in Portsmouth