Hello, darling dears! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, ready to bring some fabulousness to your day! It's Blog Post Number 8364 and you know what that means? Pink tutus galore! Buckle up, babes, because this little pink queen is heading for Dewsbury.
It's all been a whirl of glitter and feathers, honestly! This past week has been absolutely jam-packed with sequins, sparkles and a whole lot of strutting! I've been so excited for this trip - it's always such a treat to get on the train, grab a window seat, and just enjoy the journey. Who needs boring commutes when you can have the countryside whizzing past your sparkly, pink-hued window?
Speaking of whizzing, it all started when my darling pal, Ginger Sparkle, a seasoned Dewsbury drag queen, asked if I'd come and perform at her grand opening. The theme? You guessed it! All things pink and tutu-licious! Of course, I said "yes, darlings!" I couldn't say no to a pink-themed bash. Imagine a glittery wonderland bursting with fabulous feathers and the most divine collection of tutus this side of the Mersey!
The Dewsbury station was a real delight, adorned with charming period architecture, just begging to be instagrammed. Now, I'm no stranger to a good photo op, but I felt like I'd been dropped right into a whimsical, Edwardian fantasy! The train ride itself was a joyous, joyous thing! I caught up with some fab, feathered friends who were headed the same way - all excited about Ginger Sparkle's bash. And of course, no trip is complete without a bit of vintage shopping! I managed to score the most adorable pink velvet clutch at the charming "Frou Frou Finds" vintage shop right on the platform. Oh, how I adore vintage treasures!
And now, on to the grand occasion! Ginger Sparkle’s grand opening was a dream! There were confetti cannons, bubbles, a roaring audience and so much pink! She'd managed to create an absolute haven of shimmering magic in her bar. Her new venue is truly delightful, decked out in rose-gold accents, fairy lights and of course, pink tutus adorning every corner. It was like a giant, whimsical playground for a glitter queen like me!
I had the most fantastic time strutting my stuff! My act involved an epic dance routine, a stunningly sparkly new pink tutu I’d designed myself and even a sprinkle of those glorious pink sparkly bubbles. I don't mind telling you, that dress had a life of its own! It twirled, spun and swished its way across the stage like a dazzling pink whirlwind.
I've always been the biggest fan of a good old-fashioned drag act. My biggest influences are the legends: the big, fabulous queens of the stage like Dame Edna and The Divine Miss M. They all inspire me to keep things big, keep things bold and keep it entertaining! So, naturally, I knew exactly how to bring the fabulous to Dewsbury!
The audience was just divine! They sang along to all my numbers, clapped with so much joy it nearly knocked my tiara off and they loved my jokes. They cheered for each and every twirl and loved my pink, feathered showstopper at the end. My highlight? A young boy dressed in a miniature pink tutu - you should have seen the pride in his eyes! Honestly, my heart almost burst! He’d even brought his Mum to see me! My hope is that one day, everyone, regardless of age, will rock a pink tutu. And for me, that’s enough to bring a little sparkle to anyone’s day.
After the show, we partied hard with a mix of glittery cocktails, disco lights and champagne. It was the perfect blend of glitter and giggles to end a whirlwind weekend.
But alas, the next morning I had to bid farewell to the Dewsbury dream. It was time to pack up my sequins, hop on the train and say goodbye to my new glittery friends. However, that train ride wasn't just any ride. It was a reflection on the magic of my adventures and a testament to how important it is to bring a little sparkle to the world!
Oh, but before I sign off, darling dears, there’s something very special I want to tell you. I know this is going to be a shocker, but I'm not always Pink Tutu Sparkles, the drag queen extraordinaire! By day, you’ll find me Alex, working in a lab. I may not be wearing a pink tutu there, but my scientific mind is a bit of a whirlwind, constantly exploring the world, especially the world of fabrics. Imagine that! A scientist obsessed with glitter and tutus. What a fun mix!
It all started during my university days! Studying science, but always drawn to the beauty of movement. I joined the university ballet club and…you won’t believe it… ended up wearing a pink tutu in a charity fashion show! The energy of the stage, the twirling and the way it felt to embody something completely different…it was magical! It was then I realised I wanted to be a drag artist.
It was all so unexpected for a science geek! But for me, it made perfect sense! You see, I love creating! From devising new scientific theories to designing my own pink tutus. There’s nothing more exhilarating than bringing a concept to life and showing the world a new interpretation.
And that's exactly what Pink Tutu Sparkles does. She weaves science and art, sparkles and tutus together! A reminder that life can be filled with glitter and laughter. That the world is your stage and you, dear friend, can always embrace your inner queen!
So until next time, keep shining your brightest, darlings. Remember, even scientists need their dose of fabulous! And don’t forget to wear that pink tutu! It's a reminder to spread the joy and sparkle your way through the world! Until next time…Pink Tutu Sparkles Out!
xxoo
