Hello lovelies! Emma here, and guess what? It's Wednesday which means another magical post for you on pink-tutu.com, direct from the heart of Vienna! I'm here for a whirlwind ballet week, squeezing in performances, classes, and exploring this beautiful city with its fairytale palaces and a charming air of waltz-filled elegance.
Oh Vienna, you’re my favourite city! With your cobbled streets and golden coffee houses, I could get lost in your enchanting embrace forever!
Today is December 27th, and Christmas lights still sparkle, like fallen stardust, across Vienna. The scent of gingerbread hangs in the air and even the street musicians have a hint of magic to their melodies. And oh, the costumes! You can spot so many stunning hats, and everyone is wearing those wonderful winter coats - long and elegant and sometimes even with a touch of fur! And I, of course, have made sure my wardrobe is packed with the perfect mix of pink, glitter, and tulle, all ready for the grand Viennese stage.
This week I’ve already indulged in a day at the famous Vienna State Opera. We're talking gilded interiors, plush velvet seats, and the most breathtaking ballet performance. It was a truly magnificent interpretation of "Giselle," and I felt the energy of the story course through my veins as the dancers soared across the stage. The costumes? Simply divine, adorned with beautiful flowers and shimmering crystals. My pink tutu might have felt a little understated!
After the show, a trip to the Vienna Hofburg Palace was a must! Oh, it was such a gorgeous sight to behold, the history just swirling around you as you walk through those hallowed halls. It felt like I was stepping into a period drama, only missing the handsome Duke to sweep me off my feet. (Sadly, not in this case.)
But that’s not all, I found a charming ballet school tucked away in a hidden corner of the city. And you wouldn’t believe the fabulous tutu selection they had. Imagine, a treasure trove of every kind of tutu, from the traditional to the utterly unique, a perfect haven for a pink-tutu-loving girl like myself! I even managed to fit in a little class myself - nothing like some fouetté and pirouettes to banish the post-performance blues!
And of course, no visit to Vienna is complete without some schnitzel. Such delicious crispy golden goodness! (The recipe might end up in a future post!).
Today's agenda includes a delightful vintage market search, hunting for more fabulous ballet-related treasures. Who knows what enchanting ballet treasures might be waiting for me, tucked away amongst dusty curios and old jewellery.
So, my lovelies, Vienna, you’re a haven of beauty and magic, a dream city where tutus and waltzes blend in perfect harmony. I feel like I could write about you for days and days, but for now, it's time to embrace this wonderful city and the pink tutu adventures that await!
See you next week, when I'll tell you all about my vintage treasures! And remember, keep dreaming big and wear pink whenever you can!
Love,
Emma xxx
P.S. Don't forget to follow me on instagram at @pinktutuemma for behind the scenes snippets from my Viennese escapades!
P.P.S Fancy a tutu adventure of your own? Visit the 'About Me' page of my website, pink-tutu.com for all the latest performance dates and find out where you can catch me dancing next!
