#TutuQueen on 2025-09-27 stars in Taunton

Hello darlings, and welcome to the ever-expanding universe of Pink Tutu Sparkles! I'm so thrilled to be back with you, fresh from the latest leg of my fabulously pink adventure, and this time, I'm bringing you the glittery magic of Taunton!

Oh my, Taunton, you have absolutely stolen my heart! It’s such a charming town with beautiful architecture, and everyone was so welcoming - they truly know how to make a gal feel like a princess! Now, it may not have been a fairytale carriage waiting for me at the station, but my journey there was just as magical. A whirlwind of excitement as I squeezed myself onto the train, all those pastel pink travel posters gazing at me, a bit of “Pink Tutu” reading in my pocket, and my faithful rainbow tote bag stuffed with all the essentials for a dazzling drag performance (a little touch of face paint, glitter for emergencies, you know the drill). I’m pretty sure I even spotted a pink tutu hidden amongst the suitcases of the passengers around me. Maybe my mission to spread the joy of pink tulle is already taking hold!

Taunton, as I said, stole my heart, and as always, the real story unfolds beyond the dazzling stage lights. Let me take you backstage on this glamorous odyssey – for this isn't just about performing, darling, it's about the journey!

Let’s start with the essentials, my lovelies! First stop on any TutuQueen trip? That's right – shopping! Now, you might think that every shop window has become a portal to the wonderful world of pink tutus, and, darling, you'd be right! My trip to Taunton started with an absolute spree – a pink-hued dream in the world of retail therapy! From delicate chiffons to voluminous tulle, Taunton offered a fabulous mix of textures and styles to keep even the most seasoned tutu-lover (yours truly, obviously!) happily occupied. I’ve never met a boutique that wasn't absolutely filled with potential new additions to my pink wardrobe – from whimsical feather boas and sparkling hairpins to bejeweled clutches. You just couldn’t resist buying something, and if I hadn't already had my suitcase full of sparkly delights, I'd be tempted to check out of the hotel and buy the whole lot!

While it was amazing browsing the high street, what really got me going was exploring the vintage shops! Imagine this – racks overflowing with antique jewellery and beautiful hats with vintage netting – a girl could literally spend days browsing here, hunting down that unique piece.

Speaking of the ‘unique’, let's be honest, my tutu wardrobe has become something of a legend. So, I know you're all itching to hear about the latest additions, darling! My latest favourite (the one that had all the locals pointing, grinning, and shouting ‘ooh la la’) was this vintage creation - imagine this, the most glorious salmon pink tulle, perfectly draped, so soft to the touch – truly the colour of the summer sunset – oh and the beading! The most intricate beading I've ever seen – each tiny sequin glimmered and sparkled under the stage lights! Of course, there were matching feather boa and hair ribbons for the occasion – because I always say, why have one pink when you can have the full, fluffy, feather-trimmed effect, don’t you? It was sheer perfection.

But darling, my journey isn’t just about tutus and glitter - though I wouldn't mind if it was! One of the things that drew me to Taunton was the lovely local ballet school! There’s a real community here around ballet – they hold open classes, and there's even a stunning theatre space. As soon as I arrived, I popped in for a bit of “ballet-tastic” fun – nothing beats a good pirouette or grand jeté!

Now, the people in the class were truly lovely, but let me tell you – the tutus – just dreamy. So many beautiful variations of the classic ballet style - I have to confess I did borrow one or two ideas (and just a pinch of inspiration) for my own collection, darling!

And when I saw the theatre they used for performances, it was just like something out of a fairytale – red velvet seats, bright chandeliers, a stage just big enough for a princess like me to twirl and prance. They were actually running a show that week, “Sleeping Beauty”, and you just know I couldn't resist snapping a few photos in the backstage area with the costumes. Oh my! There were so many tutus - I thought I might need an extra suitcase to carry them all!

But even though my passion for all things ballet is legendary (and has definitely inspired quite a few tutu creations!), there's something even more important, you see…

It’s all about celebrating individuality! Because every time I walk onto a stage or dance across a cobblestone street, I’m challenging those conventional ideas of femininity - it's like shattering a glass ceiling made of sparkling tulle.

For some of you, my approach to the world of drag might feel a bit unconventional – some folks might even consider it outrageous! But honestly, darling, that's the joy of being TutuQueen! I mean, let’s be real, wearing a tutu has become like a mission statement - an invitation to embrace a whole new sense of self-expression. The joy of it is contagious, and every time I see a delighted face looking up at my pink tulle skirt – it’s magic, it's joy, and it’s oh so wonderfully “me"! And trust me when I say, everyone wants to embrace that pink tutu spirit!

In fact, it’s been the driving force behind all my travel adventures – this wild quest to discover the joy of a pink tutu, not just in our imagination but in the world around us!

From the derbyshire cobblestone streets, to the grandeur of london, all the way to the beautiful city of Taunton, I'm turning my little adventure into something big. A celebration of all things “tutu-ific”. So get ready, world, the Pink Tutu Queen has landed in your town, and this is only the beginning!

You're probably wondering what's next? Well, I’m just off to Cornwall – heard there are some truly beautiful gardens and amazing tea shops (nothing like a spot of Earl Grey when you're on the road!), and I hear they've got an impressive local ballet company – maybe I can slip into a rehearsal or two! Oh, and I have a new Tutu design waiting for you! Imagine a delicate champagne coloured, ruffled, swirling tulle... yes, yes I'm getting carried away again! But darling, that's what TutuQueen is all about! Stay tuned!

You can follow all my latest adventures over at www.pink-tutu.com

Lots of love,

Your ever-so-fabulous Pink Tutu Sparkles.