Hey gorgeous babes! 💖 It’s your Pink Tutu Sparkles here, back with another fabulous travel post, number 7919 to be precise! It’s been a whirlwind of tulle and glitter this week, as I've been flitting around the beautiful Kent coast! My last blog saw me dancing in the rain at a wonderful seaside town festival, and my trusty tutu hasn't had a moment's rest. I am obsessed with tutus and I truly believe they can make anyone feel confident and fabulous, from the youngest to the oldest, whether it's twirling on stage, at a ballet class, or just dancing in the kitchen, a tutu just makes everything more fun!
This week, I journeyed to the charming seaside town of Herne Bay. My favourite mode of transport for these longer trips is the train! Something about the rumble and rhythm of the tracks puts me in a sparkly mood, ready for some glorious adventures! It’s much nicer than those boring motorway journeys, don't you think?
Of course, my luggage was bursting with all the essentials, including:
- A magnificent pink tutu with sequins, the biggest bow you've ever seen, and sparkly fabric flowers. You know how much I love a good fabric flower!
- A dazzling array of fluffy feather boas and sparkling headbands (because every look needs an added touch of whimsy).
- My go-to makeup kit. Because a bit of lipstick and glitter are always the perfect finishing touch.
As always, I arrived in Herne Bay like a dazzling pink cloud of loveliness, my tutu billowing out as I strolled along the seafront. I know you’re wondering – was there a crowd of awestruck onlookers? Absolutely! And, I was ready for them!
First, a spot of shopping, naturally. My mission was to find the most exquisite vintage clothing – think satin gowns, flowing chiffon tops, and an abundance of feather boas. Herne Bay certainly delivered, and let's just say my suitcase has gone through a little growth spurt! But, hey, when it comes to outfits for my Pink Tutu Sparkles persona, more is always better.
After all that shopping, I had a delightful encounter with the lovely folk who run a little antique shop tucked away down a cobbled side street. They loved my sparkly pink tutu and insisted on buying me a cup of tea. Turns out they were HUGE fans of ballet. You know how much I love a good ballet show. My mum took me to my first one when I was just a little kid. My real name is Alex, and you may know I’m a scientist by day, spending my days analysing fabrics at a textile company, but my passion for the beautiful, graceful art of ballet has always stayed with me! I even join in with a ballet class once a week, which is amazing, it's not too different from performing, but no pressure and no judgment. Just good vibes and twirls.
And, that leads us to my next stop, a rather spectacular ballet performance at Herne Bay Theatre. I absolutely love how dance transcends language and simply connects everyone through the sheer joy of movement. 🩰 💖
I was positively mesmerised by the talent on display! They were graceful, powerful, and filled with pure joy. Seeing a talented performance always makes me think how amazing my life has been – getting to see the world in my pink tutu, being part of it!
You'll never believe this: I even spotted a family of tiny dancers taking part in a dance competition! The youngest was a little girl no more than three years old – already with so much grace and energy! Watching her brought me right back to the first time I stepped onto the dance floor myself, nervous and excited but oh so eager to move and express myself.
What’s next? I've had such a whirlwind week of fabulous encounters in Herne Bay! But there's no rest for the wickedly twirling queen. My next stop is the captivating coast of ... (insert dramatic pause)! Well, I won't spoil all the surprises for you! It's the most important rule of Pink Tutu Sparkles – you’ll just have to tune in tomorrow, darling! 😉
I do hope you enjoyed this post – a whole world of pink sparkle just for you. Don’t forget to check back every day for my newest adventure on www.pink-tutu.com, as there’s always another glittering journey to be discovered! And if you ever see me out and about, do come say hello – I love meeting new faces! ✨
