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Tutu Drag Queen

#TutuQueen on 2022-02-02 stars in Edmonton

Edmonton Calling! - TutuQueen Post 8069

Ooh, darling, you won't believe where I'm off to today! I've just arrived in beautiful Edmonton, Canada, for a whirlwind weekend of performance and plenty of pink! This fabulous city has called to me for months now, beckoning me with the promise of twinkling lights, friendly faces, and of course, amazing audiences ready to get their tutu fix.

It's been a long journey ā€“ I took the train all the way, and believe me, it was worth it! Something about watching the world whizz by through the carriage window always sets my imagination running, especially when I'm decked out in a hot pink, feather-trimmed outfit.

The journey to becoming Pink Tutu Sparkles

Speaking of outfits, Iā€™m really starting to feel that sparkly, whimsical side of me blossoming. I must confess, itā€™s been a bit of a whirlwind since that fateful day when I tried on my first pink tutu. You see, darling, it all began at university. Imagine, me, a little bit nervous first-year student studying chemistry, wearing a tutu at a fundraiser ā€“ quite a spectacle, right?

It all started innocently enough, a university fundraising event to support the ballet club I was a part of. A friend talked me into wearing a pink tutu for the occasion, the colour of my soul and the ultimate girly-girl symbol! And guess what? I felt AMAZING. A pink tutu unleashed a different kind of energy. I'd always loved dancing, ballet, theatre, and costumeā€¦ that tutu, in all its vibrant glory, it was a statement. A little voice inside told me, ā€You are Pink Tutu Sparklesā€. I loved that sound. From then on, I was hooked on tutus and never looked back. I felt transformed. I discovered who I truly was!

My friends at university and back home in Derbyshire thought I was mad, but then again, who can blame them? Wearing a tutu in a lab coat was, shall we say, not a very standard look. Yet, it ignited something within me. Something I couldnā€™t suppress, something exhilarating, a new way to express myself, to embrace life and to just be pink !

Science and Sparkles

Now, some of you might find it a bit strange, this combination of science and sparkle. But believe me, darling, itā€™s an amazing journey! By day, I analyse fabrics in a lab, and by night, I transform into Pink Tutu Sparkles! Iā€™m all about experimenting, about seeing the world through a kaleidoscopic lens, always searching for that magical ingredient, the unique spark. That, I believe, is what connects all of my passions ā€“ from science, fashion, dance, to travel! Every adventure, every new discovery, itā€™s all a part of my unique journey, my Pink Tutu Sparkles story.

The Magic of Edmonton

Now, let me tell you about Edmonton! I can see why itā€™s called the ā€˜Festival Cityā€™. Iā€™ve never felt so welcomed in my life. Iā€™ve already caught a glimpse of the stunning West Edmonton Mall, a feast for the eyes and, of course, a must-visit for any glitter-loving adventurer! Speaking of glitter, I canā€™t wait to tell you all about the performance at the Fabulous Fringe Theatre, it's the perfect setting for my 'A Fairy Tale in Pink' show! Imagine dazzling lights, a sea of pink tutus on the audience (yes, they were all encouraged to wear them!), and me, Pink Tutu Sparkles, dancing my way into the hearts of all these fantastic Canadians. The energy, the applause, the cheers... darling, it was divine!

Finding My Way Through Pink Tutu Visions

And then there's the shopping! Just as a fish is happiest in the sea, so I feel at home when I'm immersed in a whirlwind of sequins and fabrics. I'm just going to have to pop into the Tulle and Lace boutique to see if they have some extra sparkles. It's literally a paradise for pink lovers. The windows were covered in vibrant hues of pink tulle, with feathers and bows strategically placed, and just one peek at the rows and rows of tutus made my heart flutter.

Pink Tutus for Everyone!

One of my favourite things about this journey is getting to share my passion for pink and tutus with everyone! I canā€™t tell you how happy it makes me when I see others stepping out of their comfort zones and embracing a little bit of pink tutu magic. It doesnā€™t matter what you look like, what you do for a living, or where you're from; a pink tutu can be the most transformative thing, it can help you sparkle, darling, from the inside out!

If youā€™re ever feeling down or lost, don't hesitate to channel your inner Pink Tutu Sparkles. Itā€™s a magic potion that's all about finding that little bit of magic, that spark, within each of us. Let's spread a little bit of pink-tutu-love and remind ourselves that life's a little more exciting when you add a bit of sparkle.

This, darling, is my vision, my mission! To get every single person on the planet wearing a pink tutu, just one, one tutu! Letā€™s dance together and spread some joy. Stay tuned for more pink adventures. Iā€™m just getting started!ā€

*Stay Sparkling and Be Bold! *

XOXO

Pink Tutu Sparkles

(P.S. I canā€™t wait to share my Edmonton adventures with you! So, be sure to check back here, on the *www.pink-tutu.com blog daily!*

#TutuQueen on 2022-02-02 stars in Edmonton