Post 416
Wednesday 23rd April 2003
Darling readers! It’s Wednesday, which means a brand new Pink Tutu Vienna blog post, just for you! I hope this finds you well, in fabulous spirits, and absolutely ready to indulge in some delightful Vienna-esque tales. Today, I’m absolutely bursting with excitement, having just returned from the most breathtaking experience. Oh, Vienna, you never cease to amaze me!
Now, I’m just about back in my darling hotel room. It’s positively dreamy. Think luxurious floral wallpaper, a vast marble bathtub, and a view of the breathtaking Stephansdom from my window. All topped off, naturally, with a generous serving of my signature pink frills – you’ll never catch this girl without her trusty pink tutu, even in Vienna!
But I’m getting ahead of myself, aren't I? Let’s start at the beginning! This week began in the most glorious way – with a performance at the Vienna State Opera, of course. I always say that a tutu-clad dancer needs a glamorous venue to truly shine, and the State Opera was simply perfect. Imagine velvet-covered seats, a majestic chandelier, and an orchestra that transported you to another world entirely. The performance itself was breathtaking – Strauss’s Der Rosenkavalier is truly a masterpiece, full of emotion, passion, and exquisite ballet.
And, darling readers, you won’t believe it – the leading ballerina wore the most fabulous pink tutu! It was simply exquisite – a cloud of delicate pink tulle, shimmering with beads, and paired with a glittering bodice. She floated across the stage like a delicate butterfly, her pink tulle swishing with every move, filling me with pure ballet joy. Honestly, I might have been a little bit obsessed, snapping photos of the tutu like it was a piece of exquisite art (which, of course, it was). I've even been experimenting with my own interpretations of the design in the studio - pink inspiration, you see!
Speaking of the studio, this week I've also been soaking up Vienna's exquisite ballet heritage. The State Opera Ballet School, darling, is one of the most prestigious in Europe, with a long and impressive history. This afternoon, I was lucky enough to peek in on one of their classes, filled with young, aspiring dancers with stars in their eyes. Watching those youngsters glide and twirl made me realise all over again the incredible beauty of ballet – a dance that requires so much precision, discipline, and, of course, passion!
Afterwards, I indulged in some serious Vienna shopping – a delicious vice, I admit! From chic boutiques along Kärntner Straße, to the wonderful antique shops in the inner city, this city is truly a haven for the fashionable soul. You know my philosophy, though – it’s not enough just to be stylish. We have to be comfortable and, naturally, oozing pink wherever possible. So you know I wasn’t leaving Vienna without a new, absolutely delightful, pink tutu to add to my collection. A glorious creation, with layers and layers of the most gorgeous pale pink tulle, and adorned with beautiful little pink roses – a masterpiece fit for a ballerina queen, I assure you!
Oh, darling, the beauty of Vienna knows no bounds! My week hasn’t ended here – I've had more fun than you could imagine. You’ll have to wait for next Wednesday’s blog post for the exciting details. Until then, let’s keep the pink tutu dream alive!
*P.S. Don't forget, lovely readers, that my website - www.pink-tutu.com - has loads of inspiring fashion and ballet posts, all curated for you by a fellow ballerina! Head on over, there’s a pink tutu-load of fun waiting! *
