Hello my darling dance-lovers, and welcome back to my Pink Tutu Prague diary! 🩰
As the sun sets on another glorious day here in Prague, the city seems to sparkle with even more charm than usual. It's almost as if the historic cobblestone streets are whispering secrets, and the graceful spires of Prague Castle are dancing in the moonlight. And speaking of dance...
I'm positively bouncing with excitement to tell you about the enchanting performance I witnessed today! 💃
My dear friend Olivia, who's a bit of a Prague aficionado, suggested we see a ballet at the magnificent National Theatre. She told me this place was like stepping back in time - and oh, how she was right! The architecture is absolutely breathtaking - so grand and ornate, like a dream in stone. The moment I saw the majestic building, I knew this was going to be a special night.
Now, you know me – a Pink Tutu Princess can never travel without her beloved pink tutu, so of course, I carefully packed it in my suitcase. I can’t deny it…the pink tutu was the highlight of my evening outfit. 😜 After all, it’s the perfect balance between elegant and playful - exactly what I look for in my adventures.
Inside the theatre, it was a scene straight out of a ballet class – the air crackled with anticipation, whispers of excitement, and a smattering of excited "Bravo"s! You could just feel the love of the art in the atmosphere.
But before I reveal all the breathtaking performances, let's get back to how I got here, shall we?
The Pony Express, a train ride to Prague
The journey from Derbyshire was just delightful! Imagine this: a scenic train journey with charming countryside views, a complimentary cup of tea in a dainty bone china cup (I’d already poured some milk in before even taking my first sip! My grandmother always said that’s the best way, haha!) and a bit of "Sleeping Beauty" audiobook narration in my earbuds, while my pink tutu carefully hung on my ballet barre - I mean, my bag! ✨
There’s a magic to train travel, don’t you think? It gives you time to unwind, indulge in daydreams, and simply admire the world passing by. I even struck up a conversation with an adorable little girl who was fascinated by my tutu. Apparently, she'd just started ballet lessons, and I was happy to regale her with some of my favourite stories about famous ballerinas and tutus – those early ones were truly something else. 😜
But soon enough, the carriage filled with anticipation, like we were a flock of birds anticipating a glorious sunrise, and we finally arrived at Prague’s magnificent station!
The Grand Finale
The first thing that hit me when I arrived in the city? Prague's vibrant energy, filled with so much life and history! There were street musicians playing lively melodies, market stalls bursting with colourful treasures, and even a group of dancers in a dazzling flashmob in the square. It was as if the whole city was ready to dance. 🩰
Of course, being the self-proclaimed Pink Tutu Princess that I am, I simply had to explore! 👠
I found myself at the iconic Charles Bridge, marveling at its architectural splendour, taking in the sweeping views of Prague, the magical golden glow of sunset.
Then came the delightful part of my Prague expedition - a splendid shopping spree! Let me tell you, the shops in Prague are positively brimming with fashion treasures! I bought the most gorgeous floral-printed dress (to complement my Pink Tutu, obviously!), some intricate Czech glass earrings, and the cutest miniature teapot for my tea collection! You can never have too many teapots, especially when they look as stunning as these ones! 🍵
Pink Tutu Princess in the Theatre
But nothing, nothing, could prepare me for the sheer beauty and elegance of the National Theatre ballet performance. 🎭
This particular night was devoted to an iconic piece, a romantic ballet set to beautiful music. The performers were all incredibly skilled and dedicated, the choreography intricate, yet graceful, every movement a symphony of skill and beauty. Their tutus swirled and dipped with breathtaking elegance! And honestly, as someone who has spent her whole life mesmerised by these magical garments, there’s something about watching ballerinas dance in these intricate, light, floaty things… the artistry just makes my heart soar!
The performance was filled with moments that made me gasp and sigh in pure delight! The ballerina in the lead role had such grace and poise, she almost seemed to be gliding on air. I was so captivated by the performance that I didn't even mind when a little bit of popcorn found its way into my tutu (you can't blame me! 😉 ). It's okay, it was a cute moment, actually, it added some “real life” into this incredibly refined and formal setting.
What surprised me most? The audience response. Everyone was incredibly engaged! A little girl sat next to me in the theatre, dressed in her pink ballet dress. She gasped and applauded with such excitement – it reminded me of myself when I was just starting out. To see that passion, the connection to the ballet from such a young age, filled me with a feeling of pure joy. It was lovely, such an infectious passion.
After the show, as I walked out of the grand building and gazed up at the starry night sky above Prague, I couldn’t help but smile. What a day, what a performance! The ballet had somehow made Prague seem even more magical, if that was possible! The delicate swirls of the ballet dresses seemed to echo in the elegant architecture around me, even as the city slowly dimmed for the night.
Prague has definitely captured a little bit of my heart. This city truly embraces beauty and elegance, much like a pink tutu princess myself! The romantic architecture, the fascinating stories, and of course, the phenomenal performances - what’s not to love?!
This week's outfit
As a fashionista extraordinaire, I thought you'd want a sneak peek of my outfit. This time I wanted something simple, elegant and of course, it had to include a touch of pink! So for this evening's outing I went for a chic black sleeveless top with delicate ruffles around the neckline and sleeves. I paired this with a classic pair of tailored black trousers, because as any self-respecting pink tutu princess will know - a little bit of chic is essential. For the "pop" of colour I wore my precious ballerina pink satin heels - the kind with little straps and buckles around the ankles. (You have to admit, a tiny splash of pink really does set any outfit off!). The most important thing is, of course, I wore my darling tutu on top - and my signature blush pink lipstick for a final feminine touch. 💄
The Pink Tutu Movement grows stronger every day.
And now, for my final thought: this pink tutu adventure has once again reinforced my mission. I truly believe everyone should feel the power of a pink tutu! That magical sense of grace and confidence? Yes please! 💃
Let's make the world a little bit more fun, a little bit more beautiful, and a whole lot more pink! Until next week, my darlings!
Love,
Emma x
