Blog Post #5878 - www.pink-tutu.com
Hello lovelies! It’s your favourite pink tutu queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, back with another sparkling adventure! This week I ventured into the charming town of Hitchin, Hertfordshire, for a performance at the historic Hitchin Town Hall.
You see, dear readers, I’m not just a lover of pink tutus, I’m also a passionate performer, and travelling the land to share my love of twirling and glitter is what truly gets my heart skipping a beat (like a dancer’s feet!). Now, normally I’d hop aboard the train, a mode of travel that always reminds me of a delightful ballet sequence – with the rhythm of the tracks and the graceful sway of the carriages – but for this journey, I chose to travel by horse. That’s right, darling! A real life, four-legged steed!
I’ve always been fascinated by the history and elegance of equestrianism, and it seemed perfectly fitting for this trip to Hitchin, where horse-drawn carriages are still a common sight in the town centre. As I rode along, feeling the wind in my tutu, I couldn’t help but envision a magical scene from a fairytale.
The Allure of Hitchin
Once I arrived in Hitchin, the charming streets painted with colourful floral displays and independent shops oozing personality, instantly swept me off my sparkly stilettos! It truly felt like a step back in time, while retaining a certain contemporary charm. Hitchin's architecture is just divine! You’ll find an incredible mix of Tudor, Georgian, and Victorian buildings – it's a real feast for the eyes!
I was particularly captivated by the 16th-century Hitchin Priory. Imagine a building draped in history, with stories whispered through its creaking walls, and beautiful gardens that shimmered under the summer sun. This is the kind of place you can imagine a glamorous Victorian lady in a flowing ball gown strolling through. If only I had brought my emerald green ostrich feather fan! I'll have to save that for a later trip!
Of course, I couldn’t resist exploring the quaint shops lining the town centre. The aroma of freshly baked cakes and artisan bread simply lured me into every bakery in sight. And wouldn’t you know it, I found the most amazing vintage dress shop hidden away on a cobbled street! My vintage tutu-obsessed self simply had to purchase a delicate 1920s flapper-inspired dress – just picture the graceful movements! I even had a go on the changing room's turntable while imagining I was backstage in a lavish production.
The Glittering Night
My heart fluttered with excitement when it came time for my performance. The Hitchin Town Hall was adorned in its elegant splendour. I love the historical touch of these grand halls. Their aura is just enchanting. It felt like a majestic set straight out of my dreamiest ballet performance!
The stage was set and my sparkly tutu twirled with delight! Oh, the power of a shimmering outfit on a grand stage! For this particular show, I went all-out with the fabulous, dramatic makeup (let's face it, dramatic is practically a part of my name, haha!) and glittery accents on my eyelashes that just begged to be seen! As the audience roared with applause, I felt my heart filled with pure joy! What a feeling! Performing for these lovely people, radiating pure pink tutu magic, is my absolute dream come true. It truly is the best part of being a pink tutu queen!
I couldn't leave without enjoying a glass of sparkling pink champagne in Hitchin’s lively pub scene. There's a genuine spirit to this town, one that's simply contagious. Every conversation I had felt full of kindness and laughter – such a delightful experience!
The Tutu Queen's Message
After the dazzling performance and the lingering laughter in the pub, I returned to the stables and climbed back onto my trusty steed. It was as if I was closing a chapter on a fairytale! As I rode into the moonlight, I knew this adventure had etched its beauty in my memory forever.
And I’m leaving Hitchin with this simple message, dear readers: Never let fear stop you from following your dreams! Never doubt the magic you can unleash on the world with a pink tutu, a heart full of joy, and a soul filled with courage! It doesn’t matter where life takes you, be your own Pink Tutu Queen, always sparkling with your unique kind of magic. As I said, I’m hoping to make this dream a reality for everyone out there, so start embracing the tutu magic, you lovely souls! Until my next sparkling adventure!
P.S. Do tell me in the comments below, have you ever visited Hitchin, my fellow tutufarians? And have you tried wearing a pink tutu, ever since I started this little dream of mine? If not, now’s the time!
XOXO
Pink Tutu Sparkles
