Dearest Tutu-Lovers,
Greetings from Vienna! It's your favourite pink-loving ballerina, Emma, writing to you from the heart of Austria, a city that's as enchanting as a fairytale. The waltz, the palaces, the coffeeā¦ and of course, the fabulous shopping! It's been an absolute dream, darling.
As you know, I love a good train journey. This week, I travelled through the beautiful Bavarian countryside on my way to Vienna. The sun was shining, the air was fresh, and I was happily ensconced in a compartment, admiring the rolling hills and picturesque villages whizzing by. Naturally, I wore my favourite pink tutu ā it just wouldn't do to travel to Vienna in anything less glamorous!
Now, before we delve into my Viennese adventures, a quick announcement: you can catch me in a very special performance of "Swan Lake" at the Royal Opera House in London next week. It's a rare opportunity to see my interpretation of the iconic Black Swan, and I'd be thrilled if you could come and see me perform! Tickets are available on www.pink-tutu.com. I've also added a new tutorial for a stunning pink tutus, perfect for your own theatrical outings.
But back to Vienna, darling! This city truly is a gem, boasting magnificent architecture and rich cultural heritage. Yesterday, I wandered through the historic heart of the city, marvelling at the towering beauty of St. Stephen's Cathedral, and feeling a delightful twirl coming on as I admired the Hofburg Palace. It was almost as though the waltzing spirit of Vienna had seeped into my very being!
Of course, no trip to Vienna would be complete without a visit to the Schƶnbrunn Palace. What a charming fairytale place it is! It was here, my lovelies, that I took a leisurely carriage ride, a most delightful way to appreciate the elegant grounds and indulge in a little Victorian daydreaming. The gentle clop-clop of the horse's hooves seemed to put me in a dreamy mood.
One of the best parts of visiting Vienna, apart from the tutus of course, is exploring the incredible museums and art galleries. Today, I immersed myself in the world of Viennese art at the Museum of Art History. The masterpieces of Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and even a delightful display of Renaissance era paintings featuring tutus, absolutely took my breath away!
While I adore soaking up the cultural gems of Vienna, no visit would be complete without a taste of the city's legendary cafes. And, what's better than a slice of Sachertorte, a Viennese speciality, served alongside a perfectly brewed Viennese coffee, while being enveloped in a plush velvet armchair, amidst the chatter and clinking cups? It was absolutely heavenly, darling!
But darling, the real star of this trip, besides me and my tutus, is the Vienna State Opera House. A true haven for ballet lovers like me! I was lucky enough to catch a captivating performance of āGiselleā, the haunting beauty of the story and the mesmerizing grace of the dancers simply stole my heart. It reminded me once again why I love ballet so much ā itās a timeless art form filled with beauty, emotion and sheer theatrical magic.
I havenāt even started to tell you about the amazing shopping! I found a pair of exquisitely crafted opera gloves in a small, dusty antique shop, and of course, picked up a new pink tutu ā a luxurious silk confection with the most intricate detailing ā youāll just have to see it on my next post!
Vienna has been everything I ever dreamt of, a vibrant mix of history, culture and fashion. It has reminded me that the pursuit of beauty, both in art and fashion, is something truly worth pursuing, especially with a twirl-tastic pink tutu on. As I bid adieu to this magnificent city, I leave you with this: never stop believing in your dreams, darlings. Go on, put on your prettiest pink tutu and chase those dreams, you never know what wonders might be waiting for you, like a delicious slice of Sachertorte and an elegant horse-drawn carriage in Vienna.
Until next time, stay fashionable, my dears,
Love always,
Emma
P.S: If youāre ever planning a trip to Vienna, I highly recommend a visit to the Schƶnbrunn Zoo! I fell in love with the charming baby pandas, and, let's be honest, you can never have too many pandas in your life, Especially when they look like adorable little ballet dancers! Just wait till I post a photo of myself with one of them, twirling away, of course!
