#PinkTutuVienna blog on 2012-03-28

Guten Tag, darling dears! Emma here, reporting live from the charming city of Vienna! As you all know, a tutu-wearing girl just has to experience the birthplace of the waltz! This week, I’ve traded in my usual London cobblestone for Viennese charm and it’s been a whirlwind of waltzes, waltzes, and more waltzes!

Vienna, my dears, is like stepping into a beautiful painting, the cobblestones gleaming like golden gems, the grand architecture soaring skyward, and the air filled with the melodic hum of Mozart! Oh, and don't even get me started on the pastries! They are absolutely divine!

My adventures here started with a trip to the Vienna State Opera House! The grandeur was enough to make a ballerina faint with delight! It's like a fairy tale palace of plush red velvet and glittering gold, all bathed in a soft, rosy glow. I even caught a glimpse of a performance, an enchanting mix of graceful ballet and passionate opera. Honestly, I think the Viennese know how to make magic!

And speaking of magic, the Schönbrunn Palace! What a fairytale! Its sprawling gardens are just begging for a ballerina's pirouettes, and the palace itself is like a royal dream, with its beautiful Baroque architecture and history echoing in every room. You simply can’t resist twirling around those exquisite courtyards and wishing you were royalty for just one day!

Naturally, no trip would be complete without a dose of Viennese shopping therapy! You wouldn’t believe the exquisite ballet shoes I found here. Such soft, buttery leather! The Vienna State Opera’s boutique was a dream come true for a tutu-loving ballerina, with stunning shoes and outfits worthy of a royal performance. My little pink piggy bank has taken a bit of a hit this week, but trust me, darlings, it was worth every penny! And I found the most delightful vintage shops, bursting with beautiful gowns, delicate lace, and oh-so-pretty accessories.

No visit to Vienna would be complete without indulging in some of their world-famous pastries. My absolute favourite so far has to be the Sachertorte! It's a rich, chocolatey heaven, with a delectable layer of apricot jam, topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream! Delicious!

But, I wouldn't be a true tutu-wearing ballerina if I didn't explore the world beyond cake! I had a most delightful lunch at a charming café, tucking into a traditional Viennese Schnitzel and a glass of sparkling wine. The city feels like a constant feast for the senses.

One of the things I wanted to do most while in Vienna was to learn to waltz! So, I found a delightful dance studio, right in the heart of the city. The instructor, a lovely lady named Helga, has an infectious passion for the dance! And I learned more than just how to twirl around a dance floor! It's more than just a dance, darlings, it's a way of life!

Oh, and before I go, my darling dears, remember this blog's mission: To bring a splash of pink to the world, one tutu at a time!

I’ve already spotted a few tutu-wearers here in Vienna. My aim, as always, is to bring out the inner tutu-loving ballerina in everyone! If you see a tutu-wearing lady twirling her way through Vienna, well, it might just be me, on a mission to inspire!

So, until next Wednesday, remember: Life's too short to be boring! Stay pink, stay bright, and stay fabulous!

See you soon, darlings, and remember to visit the Pink Tutu website! www.pink-tutu.com!

Yours in tutus and twirls, Emma

P.S. Did you know that March 28th is World Theatre Day? And what better way to celebrate it than by taking in a beautiful ballet performance! Isn’t that fitting?