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#TutuQueen on 2021-05-26 stars in Brixton

Brixton Calling! Pink Tutu Sparkles Hits the Big Smoke! 💖✨

Hello, darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to share another day of sparkly adventures! This is post number 7817 (who's counting?!) and I'm bursting with excitement because I'm about to tell you all about my trip to the vibrant, buzzing, heart-thumping, utterly fabulous city of Brixton!

Let's get right down to it, darlings. The big day began bright and early in Derbyshire. Sunrise, birdsong, and all that, you know? I have to admit, there’s something a little magical about Derbyshire mornings. The fresh air, the rolling hills… but I can't get enough of that big city vibe!

So, after a quick breakfast of toast and marmalade (you just can't beat a traditional English breakfast!), I threw on a pink sparkly top and my favourite pink denim jacket – my outfit was screaming, “Take me to London, darling!” – and headed down to the station. My preferred method of travel? Train, darling, train! Nothing quite beats watching the English countryside whizz by outside my window. Honestly, it’s just as good as a theatre show!

You’re probably wondering, “How does Pink Tutu Sparkles make all these trips happen?” Well, let's just say my days are a little…well, double-sided! During the day, I'm Alex, the quiet, analytical scientist working away in my lab, putting my molecular biology degree to good use. But the second that clock strikes five, pow, Alex becomes Pink Tutu Sparkles – the Queen of Tutus and ultimate fab-ness. It's the best of both worlds, darling! I use the lab pay packet to fund my amazing adventures, and it's all worth it, I promise. Plus, there's something wonderfully ironic about me, a science whizz kid, wearing fluffy pink tutus!

Speaking of fluffy pink tutus, did I mention I'll be performing at the Brixton Electric Ballroom tonight?! That's right, darlings, my act's all set to entertain the wonderful people of Brixton! Can you imagine it? Pink Tutu Sparkles and a whole heap of pink fluff rocking the dance floor! Oh, darling, it's a vision I’m simply desperate to see myself!

Anyway, as I'm writing this, I'm in my hotel room, which, despite being as pink as a flamingo (I swear I picked the room because of the pink bathroom tiles, not the rose gold sparkly curtains!) is much too small for my luggage. This includes, by the way, five brand-new tutus that I managed to sneak onto the train – it was a struggle to make them fit! A fellow traveller complimented me on their magnificent "pink plumage." How delightful! My trip wouldn't be complete without some retail therapy! It wouldn't be Pink Tutu Sparkles if I wasn't shopping, would it?

But you know what? There's no point in just wearing pink tutus! It's all about sharing the tutu-loving magic! I mean, why should a beautiful creation be locked away in a wardrobe when it could bring joy to all? I think a pink tutu is a masterpiece, darling, an essential for anyone's wardrobe! This, you see, is my mission. To inspire you to wear pink tutus. I can feel the spark spreading. It starts with one, but who knows where it’ll end?!

And for those of you wondering what my fabulous Brixton outfit will be… well, that's a secret for the Electric Ballroom! All I'll say is that it's an ode to the bright, bold spirit of the Brixton community. We'll be a dazzling spectacle of light and glitter!

Speaking of sparkle, darling, there is nothing like the thrill of a Brixton market! I absolutely had to find some bright pink feathers to compliment the shimmering sequined top I found this morning at an awesome little shop! It’s such a brilliant explosion of colours! The energy and enthusiasm are infectious, and I feel like I've been transported to a magical place!

I love to see the hustle and bustle, and feel the heart beat of the city. The energy's electric, and you can't help but get swept away by the sheer passion and creativity! You could find yourself dancing in the street! Maybe you'll see me out there? (Maybe you'll be dancing next to me!)

One of the highlights of my day? It's not even the feathers I bought or the show tonight (though those are definitely major highlights!). No, darling, it’s this moment, sharing these experiences with you! You know, it's amazing how writing this blog has allowed me to connect with people all over the world! We might be different, we might live in different places, we might even have different styles. But when you love tutus, when you love pink, well, we're part of something wonderful!

It feels like magic, to be able to share my passion and adventures. You know what, darlings? That's the real joy of Pink Tutu Sparkles. It’s the way that even when we’re apart, the power of pink tutus makes us feel connected.

Tonight, Brixton Electric Ballroom will be sparkling! I can't wait to spread some joy and tutus amongst the fab Brixton people! Maybe I’ll see some of you there?! But you’ll know it’s me, darling, even without the bright pink tutus! My bright personality shines brighter than any sequins!

Till next time, darlings. Stay fabulous!

Love,

Pink Tutu Sparkles 💕✨

#TutuQueen on 2021-05-26 stars in Brixton