Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2018-03-19 stars in Spalding

Spalding Sparkle!

Hello my darlings! It's your favourite tutu-clad, pink-loving queen, Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back with another exciting blog post, number 6653, from www.pink-tutu.com - that's www dot pink dash tutu dot com!

Today I'm feeling particularly sparkly after a whirlwind journey to the lovely town of Spalding, Lincolnshire! It all started with a very special invitation to perform at the grand opening of "The Tutu Emporium," a dream shop dedicated entirely to tutus, yes you heard right, just tutus! This was a call I couldn't refuse, darling. It felt almost meant to be.

You know me, my love affair with tutus is no secret. It's practically a lifelong devotion! It all started at university when I was studying, get this, science! Yep, me, Alex, the one in a tutu now, was a budding scientist. But a scientific brain and a love for twirling and sparkly tutus can go hand in hand. It's all about balancing logic with a splash of magical flair, isn't it? My first experience with a tutu came while fundraising for the uni's ballet club. I tried on a pale pink fluffy thing and I just knew I'd found my calling. Not as a scientist (though I do love playing around in my lab, I'm in textiles testing now, it's much more glitzy than some boring lab-work!) - but as Pink Tutu Sparkles!

Now, back to my journey. Naturally, no respectable Pink Tutu Sparkle travel itinerary is complete without some sartorial planning. You see, darling, even my luggage has to sparkle! So I packed up my biggest, pinkest, glitziest suitcase and off I went. But there's something particularly charming about a train journey, don't you think? A journey where the countryside slips by like a pastel canvas, a scene so perfectly matched to my pink world. I settle into my carriage, with a magnificent copy of The Swan Lake illustrated edition (I do love a good ballet book) and my latest stash of sweets. There’s nothing quite like a sugary snack with my morning tea while planning the performance outfit!

Spalding welcomed me with open arms and open tutus! It was such a sight, a truly magical sight. I stepped into The Tutu Emporium, this charming, bright, pink heaven full of frothy tutus galore! My eyes twinkled brighter than the sequins on my dress, it's impossible not to feel excited in this haven of tutus, the smell of fresh tulle is simply divine.

The performance was amazing! You wouldn't believe the incredible audience! The entire town was buzzing with tutu-enthusiasts, their little faces lighting up as I twirled and sparkled under the stage lights! I couldn’t have imagined a better crowd for a first Tutu Emporium performance. Everyone loved the "Pink Tutu Serenade," a ballet routine I'd been practising (it involves several graceful twirls and a delicate pirouette sequence) and the finale was a "Tutu Party" with everyone dressed in pink! Honestly, it was magical, truly magical!

But even the most glamorous adventures need a good night's sleep! I checked into my little boutique hotel, a cozy cottage painted pink, of course! It had a cute little conservatory where I had afternoon tea, served in porcelain with adorable little pink cups. The lovely innkeeper had even provided a plate of fresh-baked pink frosted cookies! How incredibly kind.

You see, traveling is not just about the destination. It's about the journey, the moments, the encounters. And I just have to say, the lovely people of Spalding have warmed my heart with their love of tutus and their incredible enthusiasm.

Remember my aim, darlings, is to inspire every single person to embrace their inner tutu-lover. I know, I know, it sounds crazy but I think a splash of pink, a hint of tulle and a touch of sparkle can do wonders for anyone's spirit! After all, the world could definitely use more glitter and a touch of graceful twirling, right?

This trip was a complete triumph and a beautiful reminder that joy and kindness can be found anywhere you go! You know me, I love meeting new people and experiencing new places, discovering hidden gems like Spalding, and spreading my tutu love wherever I go! I'm always on the lookout for the next big pink adventure, and if you see a giant pink tulle ribbon swirling across the horizon, you know it’s me, Pink Tutu Sparkles! Keep an eye out, darlings, because my journey's just getting started. Until next time!

With love and sparkles,

Pink Tutu Sparkles

#TutuQueen on 2018-03-19 stars in Spalding