Hello darlings! It's your favourite tutu-clad travel writer, Emma, and I'm whipping up a frothy pink cappuccino in Prague! It's a Wednesday, which means it's time for my weekly blog post, fresh from the cobblestone streets of this magical city. This week has been all about twirling, tiaras, and sparkly tiaras! I can feel my creative energy overflowing like the Prague River!
Before we dive into the enchantment, let's chat a bit about my journey to the heart of Bohemia! Remember how I mentioned I was heading off to see a spectacular ballet in this enchanting city? Well, my loves, you won't believe it! I actually travelled here by train, a charming journey with plush velvet seats and glimpses of the rolling Czech countryside, sprinkled with tiny thatched cottages and fields of blooming poppies, a little bit like stepping into a storybook! I had a chance to sit by the window, sketching the beautiful scenery - and yes, even in a full-skirted pink tutu, I was comfy! (The real trick is a well-placed cushion!).
Prague is just a burst of beauty, with those iconic spires that tickle the clouds and little cobbled streets that wind their way through time. This city makes my inner princess scream with joy! Everywhere you look, thereās something to delight your senses - colourful buildings with little turret-like windows, little coffee shops bursting with the aroma of cinnamon pastries, and street performers who make you believe anything is possible, especially in a pink tutu!
Now, to the star of the show! I'm so excited about the ballet Iām about to share. Let me tell you about it, because the whole story, including the outfits! is simply delicious:
The Pink Tutu: Ballet at Prague's National Theatre
Oh, darling! I am completely enraptured by the National Theatre! Itās grander than a giant gingerbread house, and somehow it managed to steal the very essence of the city. Iāve already spent hours strolling around the building - admiring its breathtaking architecture, with intricate statues and a giant, sparkling fountain at the entrance, you'd be hard-pressed to find a prettier scene.
For this week's performance, I slipped into a lovely ballet-inspired look. A silken, rosy-hued slip dress with a ruffled tulle skirt. It was perfect for gliding across the theatre's ornate lobby, like a butterfly dancing in a fairy garden! I had the biggest grin as I sashayed down those grand staircases, all the way to the stage door for a cheeky backstage look! (And no, my tutus didn't get trodden on!)
The ballet, āLa BohĆØmeā, was beyond incredible! I simply have to gush over the story - a timeless love story about a poor artist and his love for a beautiful seamstress. (The perfect theme, donāt you think?!). It made my heart flutter with the passion of the artists on stage and the intricate storytelling, conveyed through the most stunning dance routines I have ever seen.
The History of Ballet in Prague
My darling fashionistas, Prague has always been a hub for the arts, but did you know, ballet has a very rich history here too? From the elegant waltz halls of the aristocracy, where ladies twirled in floor-length ball gowns and men swayed in powdered wigs, to the birth of national ballet traditions! Did you know, Bohemia had its own ballet academy as early as 1709? How fabulous!
My little Prague tour has been like a journey through ballet's enchanting history - I even visited the museum of Prague's National Theatre to soak up its rich heritage. Imagine it, my loves: paintings of iconic ballet dancers from decades past, costumes of stunning embroidery and rich velvets! There's an entire exhibition devoted to the origins of ballet footwear and how dancers across Europe adopted pointe shoes, all inspired by the movement, precision and passion of ballerinas, like the ones I get to see each night.
Shopping Spree in Prague's Pink Paradise
Let's be honest, my dear, a trip to a new city wouldnāt be complete without a proper shopping spree! You've never seen a shop this pink - my new favourite little store is a tiny boutique tucked away in a side street, bursting with all shades of blush, candy floss and cherry blossom! They had everything a fashion-loving tutu-phile could ever want! I stocked up on a dazzling array of blush-pink feather boas and an enormous hair bow, perfect for a fairytale night out in this enchanting city. I've always believed that wearing the right accessory can truly complete any look, and let's be real - my life is simply incomplete without my trusty pink tutus.
Tutus: A History of Glamour and Movement
Now, my lovelies, it's time to indulge my love of tutus - because darling, every ballet adventure involves the whimsical wonder of tutus! For centuries, these garments have defined the look of ballet. Every pirouette, every leap, every graceful gesture looks incredible in the elegant swish of a tulle tutu. But imagine the effort, darling! Those dancers spin and leap with an unyielding grace - I simply cannot even fathom trying! I salute every ballerina, even more so now after visiting this wonderful theatre. Every tulle puff is crafted with so much skill and care, even down to the way it falls, revealing a silhouette as fluid as a feather! It's like an ethereal embrace of dance and fashion. I wouldnāt be surprised if some of these designs date back centuries!
My Pink Tutu Project: Bringing Bohemia Back to Life
Let's chat a little bit about my personal dream - my project that is sweeping the globe one pink tutu at a time: spreading the beauty of the ballerina life to all of my lovelies! My dearest, when I talk about tutus, I'm not just talking about fancy frocks - Iām talking about the joy of self-expression! Thereās something magical about a tutu - it's a symbol of effortless grace, strength, and an embracing of everything magical! In our busy, rushed world, my darlings, I believe wearing pink tutus, whether youāre an aspiring ballerina or a tutu aficionado, reminds us to enjoy those little moments, like a twirl in the sunshine or a leap in a sunny meadow!
Prague at Twilight
After the magic of ballet and shopping, nothing beats a stroll through Prague at twilight. The ancient cobblestone streets, with those little restaurants serving hearty Czech goulash and fresh bread, all aglow in candlelight, make me feel like I've entered a time capsule!
So there you have it, my darlings! Another incredible adventure complete. If you're looking for a place to get lost in the magic of a captivating city, with art, history, and a sprinkle of fairy dust, Prague is calling your name!
As always, donāt forget to leave me a comment below - let me know if you've ever been to Prague or what your favourite ballet memory is. Keep your pink tutus ready, and until next Wednesday, my loves, stay sparkling!
Much love,
Emma x
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This week's ballet: āLa BohĆØmeā at Pragueās National Theatre (30th April 1997).
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