Hello lovelies! Emma here, your resident pink tutu-wearing time traveller, and welcome back to another edition of www.pink-tutu.com, your one-stop shop for all things ballet, fashion, and of course, time travel! 🕰️
This month, I'm whisking us away to September 9th, 1835. A rather grand date indeed, as it happens to be the day we find ourselves in beautiful Vienna, the very heart of the Viennese waltz! ✨
You know how much I adore a good waltz, those flowing steps and twirling movements... so elegant and timeless! Well, today, my lovely Magic Meg and I are going to immerse ourselves in the history of waltz itself, and trust me, there's plenty to tell! 😉
As you can imagine, I made sure to pack my very pinkest tutu for this journey. A blush-pink confection with layers of tulle that swish with every move! And wouldn't you know it, I also spotted a rather fabulous pink satin gown with lace trims in a vintage shop in Derbyshire just the other day - perfect for a soirée in 19th-century Vienna! 🥰
Speaking of Vienna, just imagine, back in 1835, this was a place of exquisite ballet productions and grand opera performances! My research tells me there's a special performance happening at the Vienna State Opera tonight – a ballet piece called "The Corsair," accompanied by the gorgeous sounds of Franz Liszt. 😍
I can already picture myself twirling through the ornate halls of the opera house - with delicate chandeliers shimmering overhead. Velvet-lined seats, the elegant clink of glasses with champagne, and the hush falling as the curtains rise. Just a little slice of 19th-century Parisian elegance! 💖
I must admit, time travel has its challenges, especially when it comes to ballet attire. Imagine having to stuff your leather rucksack with enough tulle for a 19th-century ballroom dance. Oh, the dilemmas! 😩 Thankfully, Magic Meg has been surprisingly helpful in accommodating my "ballet-time travel needs" (that’s a technical term, trust me!), which definitely makes up for her rather alarming penchant for nibbling on vintage velvet cushions in hotel lobbies… 🙈
Anyway, the Vienna Opera isn't the only dance hub in town. Apparently, a number of waltz salons and ballrooms have been popping up around the city! Fancy a dance at the Sophiensäle? Or a little midnight waltz at the Volksgarten? I can almost feel the rhythm already, wouldn't you say? 😉
Waltz in Vienna was more than just a dance, it was a phenomenon! Think of it as the 19th-century equivalent of… say, the latest TikTok dance trend? 🤫 It sparked controversies, discussions, and debates. Even the Empress of Austria herself, Maria Theresa (with all due respect, what was her Instagram handle? 😜) had a say about it!
And of course, one simply cannot talk about 19th-century Vienna and the waltz without mentioning the legendary Johann Strauss I! A true maestro of the waltz, who set the city alive with his captivating melodies. It seems like waltzing has truly seeped into the soul of Vienna, transforming the city into the birthplace of a new style, a new rhythm - a testament to the power of dance! 🩰
In all honesty, sometimes I wonder what makes me so passionate about the ballet, why I dedicate myself to all things tutu, why I love dancing even if it's just a quick pirouette at home. Is it the elegance of the steps? The stories the dances tell? The exquisite beauty of the costumes? Maybe it’s a bit of all of it. 💫
I do know that my passion for ballet leads me down some truly incredible paths, and I truly feel blessed that this month I get to experience the waltz’s grand moment in history! ✨
Oh, and before I go, one more piece of news! I stumbled upon a local tailor's shop that specialises in creating the most exquisite dance dresses for ballet and opera performances! We're talking satin, lace, and ribbons galore - a fashion lover’s dream come true! 💃🏼👗
You can bet your ballet shoes I’ll be stocking up on some fabulous vintage pieces before I return! Remember, lovelies, never underestimate the power of a pink tutu - especially when travelling through time! 💖
Until next month, my dears!
Emma x
