Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2016-06-17 stars in Paisley

Paisley Calling! 🩰✨💖

Hello, my lovelies! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, and as usual, I’m back with a brand new blog post! Today we’re travelling to Paisley, Scotland. This was post number 6013 for me, and what a whirlwind it was! So grab your pink tutus, pour yourselves a glass of something fizzy, and settle in for the latest adventures of yours truly, Pink Tutu Sparkles! 💖

This week’s journey began as most do: a train journey! I must admit, I do love the freedom and excitement of travelling by rail. You never know what characters you’ll bump into, or what spectacular scenery will flash by the windows. Plus, a train allows for some serious outfit planning! This time, I decided to wear a fluffy, pink tutu paired with a bright, turquoise jacket and matching fascinator. The contrasting colours, a nod to the Scottish landscape, really made the outfit pop, and the jacket was perfect for layering up during the cooler moments on the journey.

Arriving in Paisley, I was met with the sights and sounds of this beautiful, historic town. The buildings, with their distinctive stonework and colourful details, had a charming vintage feel. A delightful surprise! And Paisley is renowned for its stunning Paisley pattern, of course, which, with its elaborate swirls, is a great inspiration for my next fabulous outfit. Imagine – a flowing pink tutu adorned with shimmering, silver paisley motifs! 💫

But what is a trip to Paisley without a dose of theatre? Now, as you all know, I love a good show! From dazzling ballets to hilarious panto performances, I can’t get enough of the joy and spectacle that live entertainment brings. So, of course, I had to catch a performance at the beautiful Paisley Arts Centre. The evening saw me glued to the edge of my seat, mesmerised by the raw talent on stage. It was a true treat!

However, I can’t neglect my main duty: the spreading of the pink tutu gospel! 👚

Now, as much as I adore all the wonderful dancers I’ve met on my travels, I can’t quite seem to convince them to take on my preferred shade. So, my dear readers, this is where you come in! Why don't you head out and grab yourselves a pink tutu – perhaps a slightly flamboyant one for the extra ‘oooh’ factor – and try on your own performance! Whether it’s a spontaneous dance in the kitchen or a strut down the high street, we all deserve to embrace the joy of expressing ourselves. And a pink tutu? Well, that just adds a whole extra level of fabulousness!

So, before I depart from this wonderful corner of Scotland, I want to give a huge thank you to all the lovely people I met in Paisley. Your kindness and hospitality have made this journey even more memorable! To my dear readers, don’t be afraid to wear pink. Embrace the fabulousness of the colour, embrace the twirl-ability of a tutu, embrace the joy of expression. You'll never regret it! 💖

Till next time, keep shining!

Love,

Pink Tutu Sparkles 💕


And for those of you curious about the origins of this pink tutu queen:

My name is Alex, and I hail from Derbyshire – a truly beautiful corner of England. Now, I’m not always a dazzling pink-clad queen – by day, I'm a dedicated scientist working in a lab testing textiles! Sounds a bit boring, doesn’t it? Well, I guess the science degree comes in handy when it comes to fabric design for my stage costumes, and my love for ballet began at university, which might seem strange, I know!

It was a whirlwind of pink and tulle. The uni ballet club hosted a charity event, and, well, one tutu led to another, and here I am.

I hope this little peek into my "before the transformation" life shows you all that you don't need a glamorous backstory to embrace your passion, however crazy it may seem. Don’t be afraid to wear pink! It’s just so much fun! 💖

#TutuQueen on 2016-06-17 stars in Paisley