Wednesday 17th August 2011
Dearest Pink Tutu lovers,
Greetings from the enchanting city of Vienna! Itās been a whirlwind of waltzes and waltzing, fashion and frills, and of course, pink tutus. Oh my, how I adore this city. Vienna is like a fairytale brought to life ā a perfect mix of elegance and grandeur, topped off with that indescribable Viennese charm.
The journey here was absolutely delightful. A rather lovely train journey across the Austrian countryside; the landscape was a canvas of emerald green hills, vibrant sunflower fields, and charming villages, a true postcard-perfect picture.
And of course, I could not resist adding a splash of colour! My trusty pink tutu became a welcome distraction from the long journey, garnering a chorus of āAwwwwā and smiles from fellow passengers. Letās just say, I managed to sprinkle a little fairy dust on everyone's journey. āØ
Vienna itself is a dream for a tutu-loving, ballet-obsessed girl like me. The grand opera houses, the sprawling palaces, the history - it's simply exhilarating! This morning, I had the incredible experience of touring the Vienna State Opera House. Oh, itās breathtaking! All the opulent decor, the soaring arches, the plush red velvet seatsā¦ I could practically hear the music of a grand symphony.
My trip so far has already been a dance through a whirlwind of enchanting experiences! Last night, I had the honour of attending a stunning performance at the Vienna Volksoper. The energy, the emotion, the passion - it was all simply incredible! Ballet truly speaks a universal language, and it was wonderful to see the Viennese audience lose themselves in the performance. I was entranced from start to finish. It was such an inspiration and Iāve been scribbling away in my notepad ever since with ideas for my next performance back in Derbyshire!
Naturally, after the performance, I couldnāt resist a detour to the fashion haven of Mariahilfer StraĆe. Vienna's shopping is just divine - it's all about classic elegance and beautiful detail. I did, of course, find myself a little something pink ā a darling little ruffled top that'll look positively fantastic with my pink tulle! And how could I forget about the shoe department? Some adorable little ballet flats caught my eye ā perfect for waltzing the day away.
Speaking of dancing, you wouldnāt believe the number of ballet schools and studios Iāve found around the city! Thereās even a lovely ballet boutique down the street that stocks the most beautiful tutus! It seems like Vienna breathes ballet - a true treat for a tutu enthusiast like myself! š©°
On that note, it's time for a ballet lesson, as I donāt want to miss my beginner waltz class this afternoon. Iāll report back soon with tales of swirling skirts, spinning tunes and of course, more tutus.
Until next week,
Emma xx
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P.P.S.
A few highlights of what Vienna holds in store for me in the upcoming week:
- A visit to the Schƶnbrunn Palace: The home of Empress Elisabeth ā I can already imagine the fabulous frocks I'll find inspiration in!
- Exploring the Wiener Staatsoper Museum: To get a peek at the history of the famous Vienna State Opera ā from the early days to the star-studded present.
- A visit to the famous CafĆ© Sacher: Afternoon tea in one of the most iconic Viennese cafĆ©s, naturally Iāll be sporting a charming hat and, you guessed it, a dash of pink!
Itās going to be a busy, delightful and pink week in Vienna! Stay tuned for my next update on Wednesday!
Keep those tutus twirling,
Emma xx
