Hello darlings! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, and guess what? Iām back in my favourite pink tutu, jetting around Kensington like a feathered flamingo!
I landed in London last night after a delightful journey by train - I just love the clattering rhythm of the wheels on the track. I always feel so sophisticated chugging along, surrounded by the chatter of passengers. (Honestly, if they ever brought out a high tea service on the trains, Iād die!). I was in Edinburgh performing at the Fringe Festival, so I needed to escape the Scottish mists for a spot of London sunshine (it's almost as much sunshine as Derbyshire!).
This weekend is jam packed, honey! Iām going to be popping in and out of all the gorgeous shops on Kensington High Street, maybe catching a performance at the Royal Albert Hall if they need a glittery fairy. Oh, and of course I have a few fab venues booked for performances - canāt let the tutu get dusty now, can we?
The reason for this fabulous trip? A chance to get to know the amazing ballet scene here! I've always loved Londonās Royal Ballet - the performances, the history, the sheer glamour! Plus, I hear their costume designers use a LOT of pink! And speaking of costume designers, honey, my new feather boa from Etsy arrived this morning! Itās literally a fluffy explosion of flamingo pink - chef's kiss.
If you ever need help choosing your perfect pink tutu, donāt hesitate to get in touch! As the undisputed Tutu Queen of the World, I've helped literally everyone Iāve ever met find the perfect fit for their inner tutu goddess (even the bloke who delivers my takeaway always comes in a tutu now - bless him!).
The journey to finding my inner Tutu Queen has been long and twirling. I never really thought I'd be obsessed with the colour pink or tutus when I started my science degree at Nottingham. But there I was, twirling with the university ballet club in a pink tulle for charity, and boom - I knew it was meant to be! Now, I spend my days analyzing fabric at a lab, trying to crack the code of how to create the perfect tutu - you see, science and fabulous go hand in hand!
Tonight, Iām performing at a cute little theatre right in the heart of Kensington - canāt wait to bring a little sparkle to their evening. I've been practicing my newest routine - think āSleeping Beautyā meets āGreaseā meets a sprinkle of "Strictly Come Dancing.ā Iām gonna be all glamorous grace and dazzling kicks. And donāt forget the sparkle!
Later this week, Iām taking a class at the Royal Opera House (the real one!) Can you even believe it? I might just try my hand at their new Ballet Fit class. I heard they do their own signature ballet steps designed to make you sweat like a disco ball under a hot lamp! I canāt wait!
Stay tuned, sweeties! I'll be sure to post tons of photos and stories on www.pink-tutu.com, sharing all my Kensington adventures. Iāve also heard there's this gorgeous antique carousel that rides through Hyde Park...who wants to join me?! It wouldnāt be the same without you! And remember, darling, the only thing better than wearing a pink tutu, is encouraging EVERYONE to wear a pink tutu.
Love, Pink Tutu Sparkles
XOXO
A Day in the Life of Pink Tutu Sparkles (Kensington Edition):Here's a little peek into my day! I know you lovely lot are always asking what my life looks like:
Morning:
- 7am: Wake up, make my favourite pink-themed smoothie (strawberry, banana, coconut milk, a sprinkle of edible glitter), and stretch. It's important to stay flexible, both on stage and off!
- 8am: Apply face masks - I swear, itās magic for those post-performance skin days! Then I catch up on the latest fashion magazines and chat to my fluffy grey cat, Patches.
- 9am: Head to the lab for my day job! It's pretty satisfying watching my experiments - the colors are always so interesting and I feel like Iām uncovering secrets about fabric.
- 12:30pm: Grab some lunch - gotta keep those energy levels up for those big dance moves! I'm loving a simple but delicious salad with feta and pomegranate seeds at the moment.
Afternoon:
- 1:30pm: Back to the lab! Sometimes it gets a little monotonous, but I remind myself: Iām a fabric expert, a glamorous scientist - I am changing the world one piece of material at a time! (This includes helping other people find the perfect tutus!)
- 5:30pm: Quick jog around Kensington Gardens to shake off any lingering lab stress. My current obsession is listening to vintage disco tunes on my headphones.
- 6:30pm: Back to my dressing room - I've got to get all dolled up for tonight's performance. Pink eyeshadow, lash extensions, glitter galoreā¦ and of course, the pink tutu, naturally!
Evening:
- 7:30pm: Glam Squad! Time for the hairspray and the stage makeup (a lot more glitter than usual!)
- 8:30pm: Showtime! Time to twirl and shine at the theatre! It's the part of the day where I get to spread a little magic and joy!
- 11:00pm: Head back home - maybe with a celebratory cuppa (extra milk, please) after a successful show!
- 11:30pm: Reflecting on the night in my bathrobe while writing in my journal. Then I catch up on my social media ā I always need a laugh and a good old-fashioned giggle after a night of being onstage!
Kensington, honey, is truly the bee's knees for a pink tutu enthusiast!
- Royal Albert Hall: Every performer dreams of setting foot in this historical venue! Just imagine, a stage lit with spotlights, filled with roaring crowds as Pink Tutu Sparkles gracefully struts in all her dazzling glory!
- Kensington Gardens: It's literally a paradise for walking in a pink tutu. (I love strolling past the flowers, stopping for a photo opp by the statue of Peter Pan and the Serpentine lake. If I get lucky, maybe even spotting a few peacocks).
- Harrods: My happy place. The department store is like a swirling pink wonderland - luxurious silks, sparkling dresses and, my all-time favourite: the entire 5th floor dedicated to ladiesā shoes.
- The Portobello Road Market: A delightful treasure trove! You could get lost for hours, sniffing vintage perfumes, browsing for beautiful fabrics, and dreaming of creating a bespoke tutu just for yourself. (Maybe a new one for my next Kensington adventure! ).
So, there you have it! This week in Kensington has been absolute heaven. A bit of glitz, a whole lot of glamour, and just a sprinkle of tutu magic.
But remember, darling, the adventure never ends! Until next time, stay sparkly and stay fabulous!
