Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2017-05-23 stars in Middleton

Middleton: A Tutu-tiful Day Out! 🩰👑✨

Hello, darling dears! It's your Tutu Queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles, here, ready to whisk you away to a world of pink, glitter, and fabulous tutus!

Today's blog post, number 6353 on www.pink-tutu.com, is a little different from the norm, a dash of adventure thrown into our usual glitzy whirl! I'm not exactly sure where life is taking me next - one moment I'm performing on a seaside stage to a gaggle of enthusiastic gulls, and the next, I'm chugging along on a train, tutu perfectly poised on my lap. (And yes, darling, you know I pack my tutu stand in my luggage! A Tutu Queen can never be without her travelling tutu throne! )

Middleton, you say? Well, I certainly wasn't expecting this delightful destination! As always, my trusty notebook and pen are primed for a dazzling chronicle of this exciting trip. Now, if you'll just hand me a glass of something pink and fizzy, we're off to uncover Middleton's hidden tutu treasures! 🥂✨

You know me, darlings, always a fan of the unexpected! The day started with a thrilling journey. (Just a whisper – I got to travel on horseback, perched on the grandest horse I've ever seen!) Then came the heart-pounding reveal – I'd be visiting the heart of Middleton's vibrant, artistic community. Did I say vibrant? Imagine my delight! My intuition whispered that this quaint little town harboured a passion for everything flamboyant, for dance, and of course, for TUTUS!

First stop: the magical ballet studios! Oh, darling! These dancers were a vision! With grace, fluidity, and every graceful step, their stories unfolded in a dance of beauty and wonder. Every pirouette, every arabesque... pure perfection! Needless to say, a certain pink tutu clad drag queen was on the front row, glued to the performance! I mean, can you blame me? Watching such talent unleashed, their bodies flowing in harmony, is a real life dream come true! I almost choked back tears – such talent, such passion, such grace! And as always, I felt a kinship with these wonderful ballerinas! We’re all performers in our own right, right? Sharing this magical art form with each other was truly special.

The dancers themselves seemed genuinely enchanted with my vibrant presence. They all asked if I was “real,” (some even “Did you get into the studio in your tutu??!” ), which really tickled my pink tutu! I happily told them how, even though my stage name might suggest my affinity to ballet, by day I actually work in a science lab, researching the latest fabrics! You can imagine how much joy it gives me to know that fabrics - fabrics that make up everything from tutus to beautiful gowns – are constantly being developed for better wear and comfort. Who'd have thought science and performance could go so well together?

My Middleton adventure took a dramatic turn next, leading me into the heart of the theatre. From the grand foyer with its gilded details to the intimate stage with its red velvet curtains, this place screamed "a true celebration of storytelling!" A truly remarkable experience, the kind of journey into another world that my fellow pink tutu admirers just have to witness! I am so thrilled I brought my notebook! There’s something about those creaky old theatres, and the whispers of actors’ past performances lingering in the air that just electrifies the air.

And, of course, there was the pièce de résistance – a flamboyant production brimming with dazzling costumes, extravagant sets, and an unforgettable performance by an energetic ensemble that brought laughter and awe to every corner of the auditorium. Talk about a showstopping experience, darling! I even spotted some real, genuine tutus on stage - though alas, they were only in use as background costumes and not full, flamboyant, sparkling pink tutus! But let's face it - the show wouldn't be the same without a dazzling tutu queen's spark, wouldn’t it? ;)

As the evening wrapped up, my day took a delightful turn into the charm of the local high street. After all, how can a girl in pink (and, of course, tutus) resist a bit of shopping therapy, right? I found myself falling in love with Middleton's enchanting mix of independent boutiques, trendy shops, and charming tea rooms! Every street corner was a kaleidoscope of colour and creativity!

Of course, every Pink Tutu Sparkles shopping trip MUST involve a hunt for some special new outfits. I found myself swept up in the dazzling whirlwind of the high street! From charming little boutiques offering vintage treasures to high-end designers with all their glitzy sparkle and glam, it was simply TOO hard to resist!

I ended up snagging some fabulous new outfits – a delicate floral skirt, a sparkling turquoise blouse – (It just screams Pink Tutu Sparkles, wouldn’t you say?) A charming hat adorned with a little tulle pom-pom and, of course, a pair of dazzling sparkly shoes for all the dancing (and walking, darlings, because tutus take time to walk in). You’ll be seeing these fabulous pieces showcased in the upcoming weeks. Just you wait, my dears, just you wait.

The day ended on a delicious high note - at a darling tea room with an incredible array of tempting cakes and pastries! All my favourites were there: Raspberry cheesecake, fluffy Victoria sponge cake, lemon drizzle… and oh, how I just adore their pink afternoon tea service – it matches my tutu and my soul!

Oh, Middleton, you truly have stolen my heart! Now that's a tale I can share with my pink-loving family! And this town has definitely inspired some new tutu designs! We've just got to spread the message, darlings, so don't forget – it's your duty to share a tutu moment today! Let’s bring back those magical pink tutus and spread joy, laughter, and sparkle!

Yours, ever so glamorously, Pink Tutu Sparkles (aka Alex!)

#TutuQueen on 2017-05-23 stars in Middleton