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#TutuQueen on 2024-10-04 stars in Derby

Derby Calling! Pink Tutu Sparkles Hits the Road (Post #9044)

Hello darlings! Your favourite pink tutu wearing princess is back with a brand new blog post, straight from the heart of Derby! You might think "Derby? Isn't that a bitā€¦beige?" but trust me, itā€™s anything but. This city is brimming with energy, a real gem waiting to be discovered! And Pink Tutu Sparkles is here to help you uncover all the sparkly, fabulous delights it holds!

Itā€™s funny, isnā€™t it? How often do we hear ā€œbeigeā€ thrown at the Midlands? But, darling, Iā€™m here to tell you that beige is SO last year! This pink-loving queen is all about breaking stereotypes and injecting some serious fun and glitter into every town, city, village, or pitstop along my fabulous journey!

Now, how did I even get here, you ask? Why, by train of course! Let's be honest, driving is for those who want to spend hours navigating motorway madness, not this princess! Besides, travelling by train gives me a chance to whip out my finest pink sequinned face mask (very glamorous!) and to take in the views, people watch, and maybe even whip out a good old fashioned game of Sudoku ā€“ don't judge!

I must say, I'm feeling a little sentimental about my trip to Derby. It's like coming home, you see. After all, I was born and bred a proper Derbyshire lass (although technically Alex, of course, but you know what I mean). It was in the heart of this very county where I stumbled upon my first pink tutu, a moment that completely changed my life.

You might be surprised to hear it, but I started my tutu obsession while studying science! I mean, I am a bit of a nerd. Science is my thing ā€“ it's like my daytime superpower, a world of logic, patterns and complex solutions! But, I've also always had a wild side, a yearning for sparkle and dramatic expression! And it was the university's ballet club that ignited the spark. I can still vividly remember the day. I tried on a pink tutu for a charity event, and the magic just hit me! The feeling of the layers of tulle swirling around my legs, the way it transformed me into a dancing fairy princessā€¦it was instant euphoria. It wasn't just the costume, though, it was the pure joy of movement, the feeling of escaping from the mundane into a world of fantasy and colour! And, as I spun and pirouetted, I realised this wasn't just some fleeting whim. This pink tutu was my calling.

As you know, I now wear it everywhere! By day, Alex in the lab testing fabrics, looking for that perfect combination of strength, comfort, and of course, glitter! It's not the most exciting life on paper, but honestly, itā€™s brilliant. It fuels my passion for pink tutus and my need to transform boring fabric into something stunning. Plus, being a scientist means you really get to see how things are made! Which is useful for any queen on the move, right? I can dissect, analyze and rebuild anything! Okay, maybe not actually dismantle a piece of machineryā€¦yetā€¦

Then by night? I slip into the dazzling persona of Pink Tutu Sparkles! And transform everything, every stage, every park, every street corner into a spectacular celebration of all things pink, glittery, and delightfully unexpected! And there I am, doing what I do best: Spreading joy and dazzling the crowds. I perform anywhere from glamorous theatre productions to the back of a noisy, messy festival field (with the best, I promise!). You name it, and this pink-tutu-clad, bubbly queen will grace it!

The beautiful thing about Derby is its sense of community, a genuine welcoming spirit. Youā€™d be surprised how many fabulous hidden nooks are tucked away around this city - theyā€™re all just waiting to be uncovered. From quirky independent shops and charming vintage tea rooms to buzzing street art and hidden speakeasy bars, thereā€™s a little something for everyone.

My mission this trip, you ask? Well, of course, itā€™s the same as it always has been: to turn this city pink! I'm here to inject some of that sparkle, that little bit of theatrical drama, and inspire everyone to embrace their inner-fabulous. Even if it means just dipping your toes (literally, darling, a splash of colour for those toe nails!) into a world of fun, fashion, and all things fab!

The real goal? Get the people of Derby dancing! My inspiration for this trip? Well, of course, Iā€™ve already got a million exciting ideas for my show tonight! The local ballet school has been so wonderfully kind and welcomed me into their class with open arms ā€“ a whirlwind of pliĆ©s, arabesques and elegant, graceful movement. You should have seen my rendition of Swan Lake in a pink tutu, oh, darling it was absolutely magical! You know how much I love a good dance.

I'm planning to make an appearance tonight at the Derby Folk Fest, sharing my unique style with the crowds there ā€“ you should hear the harmonies of folk and drag; Itā€™s something really special, really exciting. The music just hits that heart-string, making it all the more captivating. Donā€™t be shy; come and find me, darling! There will be glitter, of course. You've come to expect no less from Pink Tutu Sparkles, right? And for the truly bold, thereā€™s always the chance to have a go at learning a move or two with the queen herself! Itā€™ll be a chance for us to explore our own ā€œpink tutu spiritā€!

Now, here's the best part. As a travelling princess on a budget, I love a good deal. So Iā€™ve decided to go on a shopping spree for my fellow pink-tutu enthusiasts! Thereā€™s an incredible vintage store in the centre of Derby that just caught my eye ā€“ I call this research! This will be my quest for the perfect piece for you lovely readers! Stay tuned ā€“ this is going to be an absolute riot!

See you there, darlings!

Stay fabulous! Pink Tutu Sparkles xoxo

#TutuQueen on 2024-10-04 stars in Derby