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#TutuQueen on 2020-12-10 stars in Newbury

Newbury: A Whirlwind of Pink Tutu Dreams!

Hello, darlings! It's Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back with you for my 7650th post on the one and only www.pink-tutu.com! As you know, my mission in life is to make the world a pinker, twirlier, more fabulous place, and that all starts with...you guessed it, the majestic pink tutu!

This week, I had the absolute pleasure of gracing Newbury with my presence. You see, a fellow glitter-loving soul sent me a frantic DM, begging me to bless the stage of their local theatre. I mean, how could I resist a call to action like that?!

Now, travelling to a new place always gets my excitement levels through the roof. But let me tell you, I do love the thrill of a good train journey. The rhythmic clickety-clack of the wheels, the anticipation building as the scenery changes from green hills to bustling towns... it’s the perfect time to crank up the tunes and let the excitement flow. Plus, a train carriage is an ideal place for a impromptu fashion show. I mean, who needs a runway when you’ve got a full carriage of admiring (and maybe a little bit envious) faces?!

I must admit, I do have a special place in my heart for travelling by horse, but this week the train seemed more practical for reaching Newbury. You see, darling, I've been known to wear some pretty dramatic, elaborate outfits and they tend to be less...compact, when it comes to travel. I'll admit, trying to squeeze a 5ft pile of pink tulle and feathers onto a horse could be a challenge, and probably wouldn't go down so well with the local wildlife, wouldn't you agree? But hey, maybe in the future, who knows!

Now, the good folks of Newbury were beyond welcoming! As soon as I sashayed into the theatre, the atmosphere was electric. You know, darling, I love my shows, but honestly, I live for that moment when you see the look on people's faces as the curtain goes up. You can just see the awe and wonder as they witness the glorious power of the pink tutu! And trust me, there’s no feeling quite like that when you bring a touch of sparkle and a whole lot of tulle to an unsuspecting audience!

But the fun didn't stop there. Oh no! My performance at the theatre sparked a whole flurry of pink tutu events! A local shop owner, bless her heart, decided to throw a “Pink Tutu Afternoon Tea” in my honour. The entire town was abuzz! It was absolutely bonkers - people were practically frolicking in a cloud of pink tulle, and you wouldn't believe the delicious array of pink cupcakes and pink lemonade. I truly felt like a pink tutu princess! And then, to top it all off, the town's dance academy held a special Pink Tutu class - they were practically bouncing off the walls with excitement.

Of course, darling, you already know that I love all things ballet. It's been a huge part of my life since I was just a little tyke. I’ll never forget that first ballet class. I had just started a science degree - I still laugh at that combination now! Science and sequins? The ultimate paradox, right? Anyway, we had a fundraiser for a local hospital and I ended up donning a tutu for the very first time - that moment changed my life forever!

And now, as you know, by day I’m Alex, your average everyday lab rat, testing fabric samples with a passion. My love for colour, for fabric, for creativity flows from science to sequins. But come nightfall, Pink Tutu Sparkles comes alive! I always have such a blast at the stage, and the best thing about it? Seeing how people light up when I come twirling on. I always aim to sprinkle a bit of joy and laughter in every performance! And my goodness, it’s really easy to make people happy in a fluffy pink tutu! I mean, honestly, it's a superpower, darling. It truly is!

Well, darling, I must fly. I’ve got to pack for my next stop! But remember: the world needs a bit more pink! Don't be afraid to be bold and brave and embrace the wonder that is the pink tutu. It will truly make your world a more joyful and magical place! You can trust me, darling!

Now, go forth and spread the pink love!

And don't forget to keep an eye out for my daily posts here at www.pink-tutu.com – we're going on more adventures, sharing more pink tutu fashion tips, and spreading more sparkle and love every single day!

Till next time, darlings!

Pink Tutu Sparkles!

#TutuQueen on 2020-12-10 stars in Newbury