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#TutuQueen on 2018-08-21 stars in Paignton

Paignton, Oh Paignton, You Pink-tastic Gem!

Blog Post Number: 6808

Darling Divas and Divine Dudes,

Greetings from the fabulous shores of Paignton, my loves! It’s Pink Tutu Sparkles here, reporting live from this picturesque seaside haven, where the air is crisp with salty sea air and the scent of fish and chips fills the breeze. I swear, the air is so full of glitz and glamour here, it’s practically shimmering!

This gorgeous seaside town has been calling my name for weeks, promising stunning coastal views, historic attractions, and an abundance of seaside fun. Of course, how could a girl who lives and breathes pink tutus resist?

Oh, let me tell you, darlings, my journey to this little piece of paradise was an absolute dream! I hopped on the train from my humble abode in Derbyshire, settling in for a scenic journey across the English countryside. Honestly, the view from the window was almost as captivating as a fabulous tutu twirl on a stage! And speaking of twirls, I was just itching to twirl my way into a spectacular performance in Paignton, wouldn't you agree?

After a thrilling, exciting (and somewhat delayed, because trains, darling!) train journey, I finally reached Paignton. Imagine this, a station filled with excited families, vibrant holidaymakers, and, wouldn't you know it, a fabulous, pink tutu-wearing tango dancer who'd been hired for a little theatrical presentation in the station waiting room! She looked stunning, of course. I knew I had arrived in the right place. The day couldn’t have been more perfect for a Pink Tutu Sparkles performance.

As always, I chose a bright pink tutu for the occasion, its delicate layers fluttering in the gentle sea breeze as I pranced through Paignton’s bustling streets. Oh, you should have seen the delight on everyone’s faces! Little ones were giggling with delight as they watched me sashay, and grown-up ladies were snapping photos with wide eyes and a twinkle of envy. Let's be honest, you know they wanted to slip into a tutu too!

My first stop was Paignton Zoo. And oh my darling, let me tell you, it was an absolute joy! Penguins, majestic lions, sassy monkeys – they were all mesmerising. The animals were absolutely fabulous and so were the humans. They all loved my pink tutu. It felt like I was waltzing through a whimsical, fairy tale world. And I, my lovelies, I felt every inch the fabulous fairytale princess in my fluffy pink creation.

After a day at the zoo, it was time for some fabulous dining at one of Paignton's fabulous eateries, a delightful little tea room serving the most scrumptious homemade cakes you’ve ever seen, oh my! Pink, you guessed it, was the dominant colour, of course! How fitting! They had a special pink rose iced "Tutu Cake", which had to be tasted of course! This was my reward after a spectacularly demanding afternoon of dazzling the tourists! I might have had an extra slice, or two, to celebrate the glorious weather and my fab performance in Paignton! It’s the good life darling, wouldn’t you agree?

After cake and tea, it was time to discover Paignton’s iconic promenade, with its traditional pier and dazzling array of charming shops. Now, I have a secret to share with you – I'm an absolute sucker for seaside boutiques with all the sparkly things a diva could want! Naturally, I had to browse, a tutu-clad girl needs to shop. You should have seen my haul, darling - pink shell jewellery, sequined flip flops and a glittery pink straw sun hat. This, of course, I wore immediately! I simply couldn't resist a new accessory! I was ready to conquer this glorious promenade in the best possible fashion, a total pink tutu princess, you know, I felt completely fabulous!

Later, I visited Paignton’s renowned Theatre Royal. And oh, my dear ones, let me tell you, this theatre has real character, real charm! I spent a blissful hour watching a charming ballet, a graceful adaptation of Swan Lake that reminded me just how much I love those flowing tutus. And darling, the best part? My favourite pink tulle tutu stole the show. And by the way, darling, it's a fact - everyone looked so fabulous in their fancy frocks that I almost felt inspired to join in. Oh dear! Just think if I started a ballet trend? Pink tutu and ballets in Paignton! I’d have to practice on that one. But, honestly, just imagining it gives me such joy. I must admit, darling, the experience rekindled my passion for all things dance and sparked the desire for me to grace their stage one day!

With so many exciting adventures, gorgeous sunsets and dazzling shops, I barely had a moment to breathe. But I wouldn’t have it any other way! Every minute of this trip was pure joy, from dancing my heart out on the seafront to soaking up the beautiful views from the cliff top. I am not lying when I say this, it’s the best seaside escape a girl could dream of! I love the air, I love the sea breeze, the quaint shops and all the amazing people. Oh darling, if you’re searching for a quintessentially British, charming seaside escape, look no further! This seaside gem deserves to be seen and savored, with every sparkly little bit of your fabulous being!

Of course, dear lovelies, I had to include some Pink Tutu Sparkle magic in this journey! I've even added some of my favourite photos of the experience to this post for you all! After all, my travels wouldn’t be complete without sharing them with my dear, dearest pink tutu lovers.

Now, before I have to hop off this exciting Pink Tutu blog post adventure, I’ll leave you with some very important Pink Tutu advice! Remember darlings, life is a stage. Wear your pink tutu with pride, be brave, be bold and embrace every opportunity to bring some sparkling fun into your life, just like my Pink Tutu Queen, just like me.

See you soon, my little loves!

Until next time, keep it fabulous!

Your Pink Tutu Sparkles

xo

*Don't forget to check out more fabulous adventures on www.pink-tutu.com darling! *

#TutuQueen on 2018-08-21 stars in Paignton