Hello my darlings, and welcome to Pink Tutu Sparkles' blog! It's your favourite pink-loving, tutu-twirling drag queen here, bringing you all the sparkle and glitz from the fabulous world of performance and, of course, fashion!
Today's post is a little bit special because I'm getting ready to whisk myself off on a whirlwind trip to Dunfermline! Now, I know what you're thinking – "Dunfermline, huh? Isn't that just a little… blah?". Well, I'm here to tell you that it's far from blah! Dunfermline's got this historical charm, it's just begging for a sprinkle of pink-tutu magic!
But first, a little back story on why Dunfermline? It's all about the gigs! I'm performing at a local fair – "Dunfermline Fiesta", it's called! It's a riot of colours, music, laughter and, well, quite a bit of chaos, to be honest. It’s all about getting involved in the community. And who better to add a dash of sunshine (and, let’s face it, some seriously fabulous fashion) than yours truly?
The journey itself is an adventure in its own right. This time, I'm ditching the train (don't worry, it'll be back in a future post!), for a grand adventure by horse! You see, I've discovered this new-ish "Equine Transit" thing where they've converted old horse-drawn carriages for tourist transport! Think vintage style meets fairytale fun. And it fits my fabulous pink-tutu aesthetic perfectly! Can you picture it – a giant, glittering pink tutu against the backdrop of an antique carriage, bouncing through the Derbyshire countryside? It's a visual masterpiece!
But you see, even though I'm a fabulous drag queen with a full-on love affair with all things pink and sparkly, there's more to me than meets the eye, my dears. During the day, Alex (my human name, if you hadn't already guessed) works in a lab. Yeah, you heard me right, I'm a scientist by day and a shimmering spectacle by night. My day job actually has more to do with fashion than you'd expect – I'm responsible for testing fabrics!
Believe it or not, it all began while I was studying for a science degree. My university had a ballet club, and they were hosting a fundraiser where people could try on tutus and donate money. One glance, and I was smitten! That, my friends, was my first experience with the wonders of a tutu! That's where the Pink Tutu Sparkles journey began, in a quiet room full of vibrant tulle, filled with laughter and a dash of shimmering magic! It sounds cliché, I know, but there was a feeling, a spark, that ignited within me that day, and I haven't looked back since.
Now, my blog is a record of that journey – from my first fumbling steps in my first sparkly pink tutu, to my daring and glamorous escapades, to bringing joy to everyone I meet (wearing pink tutus, of course!). I see my job as much more than just performing. I want to inspire you, dear reader, to step out of your comfort zone, to embrace colour and joy, to dare to twirl in the most wonderful, fluffy, shimmering creation known to humankind – the pink tutu!
But don't get me wrong, the gigs and travel are just as exciting as they sound! This trip to Dunfermline is sure to be a doozy. Think of the sheer exuberance! Think of the pictures! There'll be tons of snaps on my Instagram, and I promise to show you every single sparkling detail of my performance!
So, join me on my travels to the wonderful, quirky world of Pink Tutu Sparkles. Buckle up and let’s bring a little extra colour into your life!
Keep shining, my dears,
Pink Tutu Sparkles www.pink-tutu.com
