Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2016-11-04 stars in Dover

Dover - Blog Post #6153

Oh my darlings! Dover, you were absolutely divine. I am still glowing from our magical adventure, and the memory of the swirling pink tutus and dazzling sparkles is making my heart do a little pirouette!

Let me tell you, my lovelies, getting to Dover was a dream come true. I absolutely adore the thrill of travelling by train. The rhythmic click-clack of the wheels, the changing landscapes outside the window, the scents of the countryside – pure magic! My outfit for the journey? Why, a luscious pink tutu of course! But this one had a special touch – a silver sequined waistband and matching feather boa that made the carriage a bit more dazzling. I just couldn't help it. Sometimes you need a little sparkle, even when you're off to work on your latest fabric project at the lab.

As a scientist, I love understanding how fabric behaves. The texture, the way the colours dance in the light, the sheer power of a perfectly tailored outfit - it’s fascinating. It’s how I found my true passion though: my life in pink! It was actually during a charity event for the university ballet club, you see. I had a moment of pure bliss as I tried on a gorgeous pink tutu and… well, the rest is history! Since then, I've been on a mission to spread the joy of tutus and glitter everywhere.

After a quick change into a slightly more practical pink ensemble (I am a scientist, darling!) I got back to my lab duties for a few hours. But then, oh then it was time for my show! The local fair was practically bursting with people. I could just feel their excitement as I strode onto the stage in my magnificent shimmering pink creation, complete with a plume of feathers dancing in the air! We sang, we danced, we sparkled – it was pure joy for all of us. My favourite moment was when a little girl in a fluffy pink tutu came up to me afterwards and shyly asked for a picture. My heart nearly burst with joy! She had the brightest pink smile, and her eyes sparkled just like the glitter on my tutu. Now that's a memory I'll treasure forever.

The next day was pure heaven: a breathtaking ballet show. The Royal Opera House was just breathtaking – ornate ceilings, plush seats, the anticipation in the air… oh my! The performance was simply exquisite - ballerinas in shimmering costumes performing elegant, graceful movements, all to the beautiful sound of the orchestra. My toes tapped along, and I found myself practically floating in the audience, captivated by the beauty and grace. I just had to get up afterwards and join in a little, with a small performance right there at the front. After all, Dover deserved some Pink Tutu Sparkles!

In the afternoon, I did something rather special - a ballet class with a few local dance enthusiasts. And by local, I mean one absolutely delightful woman named Ethel who’s well past the age of ballet class! But, Ethel was the most fun to learn with – full of enthusiasm and with her own flair to add! She managed a lovely little grand jeté with a pink feathered hat perched on her head, and when we finished up with our session, the others cheered and we took some fabulously elegant photos together. It made my day – truly! It shows that it doesn't matter who you are, or how old you are, if you have passion and joy for life and for dance – a tutu is always welcome!

Before I left Dover, I treated myself to some retail therapy – gotta keep my wardrobe bursting with all things pink! I snagged the most amazing tulle fabric – think sunshine yellow and neon pink, the perfect blend of sweet and sassy – can’t wait to create a brand new, jaw-dropping outfit. Then I finished off with a couple of perfectly gorgeous pink bows – oh, it was a day to remember! And then there was that fabulous pink velvet dress that caught my eye. Definitely going to be bringing it to life on stage.

As I waved goodbye to Dover from the window of the train, I knew it wasn't just the town that I would cherish - it was the feeling, the shared joy, the pure delight in expressing yourself with confidence, style, and a whole lotta pink. It’s moments like these that make my journey, my life, truly worth living. I am so thankful for all the adventures that have come my way - and there's so much more pink magic out there for me to experience. So stay tuned, my loves, for more stories, more laughter, and of course, more pink!

Until next time, may your days be filled with sparkles, and remember: wear pink, be bold, and dance with your heart!

#TutuQueen on 2016-11-04 stars in Dover