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SHOES , WHAT WE ALL LOVE I have to say , I love shoes from heels to sandals, dressy or casual. Slipping on a good comfortable shoe is the last item we wear.  The shoes we wear can be made for work, for walking or running, for dancing or just as a added accessory. They can make us feel sporty, or glamorous. There are some shoes that are so well known and expensive. Shoes made to wear only for a special occasion. One such famous shoe are those made by Christian Louboutin , the French shoe designer. Those famous red soles that women love to wear   It will be a view of his life , his ideas, his amazing designs and his talent. What an amazing story  and life.  Well if you love to see more of these shoes , you can see a very special exhibition being held in Paris. There are shoes that are special like the one silver pair. He designed it after visiting an aquarium. The many other designs from studded, sparkly or fun will been shown. ...

AN EVENING OUT All over Austria there are events to see from Salzburg to Vienna. It can be exciting and very interesting.  THE LICHTERFEST One event  held each year in the city is the Lichterfest held on the Danube(Alte Donau) . It a chance to see fireworks, enjoy the music, boats lite up and if you like rent a boat to get into the spirit. If your not keen to go boating you can also enjoy the many restaurants along the Alte Donau. It is one of my favourite things to go to , and especially dine along the Donau. Its nature at your  backdoor.  A very popular place for  cycling, walking , swimming or just relaxing. The trail goes for miles.  An scattered along the way are several boat rental spots, sailing  and rowing clubs, plus the restaurants.   SO MANY BOATS THE FINALE.........

GOING TO THE PARK Summer time, we all like to head to the lake or parks . for a picnic or swimming.  But there is a lot more to do then that in the parks.  I was  amazed to find out on weekends one can head to the park and learn to dance.  From waltz to rumba , how much fun is that and I love to dance.  So a bit more practice is good , plus the exercise  is also  a good idea! BOATS & FIREWORKS one of the main summer events is held along the old danube, a boat and firework display to see . One can even rent a small boat to enjoy the event.  Also there are plenty of places to stop and get a treat , meal or drink. A nice place to spend the day anytime.

A SUMMERNIGHT DREAM...... All you have to do is close your eyes and imagine a magnificent garden with flowers laid out in patterns of musical notes, shiny coloured lights lighting up the night sky ,  a magnificent palace in the background  and the sound of an orchestra.  Yes , that is the highlight of the start of the summer concert se ason. The marvellous S ummernight Concert that is performed very summer at the Schoenbrunn palace is one of the major attractions for us and the many tourists that visit this beautiful city. A GREAT WAY TO START SUMMER! This year it was a Gershwin review and the star performer was the  pianist  Yuja Wang. Some songs performed were melodies of Gershwin & Hammerstein Strauss & Drovak.  the STAGE   What a dreamy way to spend the evening .........💥🎶🎼 images; schonnbrun, pinterest, stdtwien. APA

🎭🎭SHOWTIME EVERYONE!🎥🎥 The best thing about summer in the city are all the outdoor events held, from sporty to cultural. There is something for everyone. My favourite thing to do during the summer is to check out the film events .  Films from classic to comedy.....  the French comedies are hilarious and not to forget the Italian films. Recently the famous Italian direct Franco Zeffirelli died. He was famous for his Shakespeare films like, Taming of the Shrew or Romeo and Juliet - one of my favourites and a great classic. A must see!! WHERE TO SEE The most visited place would be the one by the city hall Rathaus, but there are plenty more interesting places to check out and each has a different theme of films,  some are mysteries, or comedies. French, German or Italian , English too. Films in the Park  🎥🎥 at the  Augarten   june 27 - August 25 The baroque style garden is somewhere to stroll and is popular with j...

MY BIGGEST LOVE  - ALL ABOUT ART (Mein gross liebe - Kunst) I really can't think of anything I love more  then ART! It is something that I have always enjoyed to see or collect books on the subject.  Luckily I am living in such a amazing city where Art and Culture is central to life. There are so many exhibitions to see throughout the year. My all time favourite art is impressionism  and the work of the famous Viennese artist Klimt. His most famous piece is of course the KISS. (i am sure you know it). The art world was dominated mainly by men, with a few woman. But I recently discovered another impressionist artist   Olga Wisinger - Florian . She painted in the late 1890s .  Some of her art is on display at the famous Leopold museum . Exhibition : Flower Power der Moderne, 24 may - 21 Oct Here are just a few of  her paintings, there is a collection of 70 on display. Apparently She was a master of self marketing...

CARNIVAL IN MARCH Where did the month of February go? It is already March and I am feeling overwhelmed, just last weekend the Ball of the season was held and now in Austria starts the carnival week or FASSCHING as it is known here.  It is a funtime for everyone a Costume party for young and old when they dress up in costumes. Nowadays  the costumes can be almost anything, from comic heroes to fantasy .  Whatever you can imagine. Fasching dates back to the Middle ages so its history is long.  So many European countries celebrate carnival from Italy, germany to those held in Brazil.  So  it really is a worldwide event. Well getting back to a costume , I think my simplest idea is doing a 60s theme - a Hippie look, with a lot of  long beads, headband, fringed vests  and tinted glasses. See what i can find in the closet to work with. 

DREAMY DREAM BALLS I am sure we have all as little girls read those  stories of fancy balls, or Cinderella.  Well believe me there  are amazing balls held in Austria.  It is one thing that it  is perhaps known for - the classics  and balls and I can see why.  The  beginning of ball season here starts with the major event held at the Opera house. The most magnificent building rolls out the red carpet for dignitaries, performers, stars and models. This year was no exception  with Elle McPherson the invited guest. Last year was the fun Goldie Hawn, then Melanie Griffith, and many others. So lets take a peek at the ball and the fashions . The FASHIONS  credits;APA , andreas Tischler   

THE VIENNALE Venice has a famous film festival, as well as Berlins Berlinale This week is the opening of the Viennale International film festival.  I must say I haven't been to it , but perhaps this week. If you love films and I am a keen movie buff  foreign films are one of my interests, though it was not easy  or they were not available in NA. There are some interesting films from France, America, Canada,Israel, Argentina China, just to list a few. The films are seen throughout the city at various movie theatres. The film program looks very interesting so hopefully will be able to check out some of these films.  Some events are free such as music bands Not only films but book presentations , parties. Theatres Kinos Theatres or Kinos were popular in the late 1800s . The Metro kino is one of the venues from 1844 and renovated  is a cultural landmark. A grand building with a gorgeous interior of wood panelled walls, chandeliers and...

3 MONTHS TO GO..... I am not usually one to get out early with holidays , but I realized it is only 3 months till  Christmas!! And I am really excited because it was announced the performers for this years concert will be  Jose Feliciano. The concert I am talking about is the famous Christmas in Vienna. This concert is world famous and no wonder. Past performers have been,  Placido Domingo, Natalie Cole, Pavarotti,  Tony Bennett.... and the Viennas Boy Choir,  only to name few. I  was so excited when I read the  news . It is not everyday one gets to see him perform and he is a legend and a super talented guitarist. Would love to go see but tickets to such concert are highly sought after and difficult to get a hold of.  Fingers crossed we get some.  The concert not only is a sell out, but it is a magnificent venue  and sight to see with the lights , trees  and decorations.  Its like being inside a grea...

THE BIG NIGHT ! I have always loved to watch the Oscar awards, but living overseas it is a bit late to catch it, plus it does not show the Red carpet with the fashions. What I want to see mostly- of course the awards are wonderful also. This year though the  stage for the Oscars was decorated with  Swarovski crystals, an Austrian company that has made crystal famous. Most people know the brand. Just how many crystal did it take? I read it was 45 million. That is a unimaginable number  but what a sight and display. To see such sparkle and glitz would have been breathless. Even here the main store in the center of the city always has the most amazing windows displays. One can not resist to go inside and look around.  But for anyone who loves sparkle   there is always a nice piece of jewelry one can find those sparkle bracelets or earrings. What ever you want

CAN YOU WALTZ? The city is known for its grand balls. The classic black and white tie events are held right after Christmas. There are several balls held in the city and each one is amazing to attend. If you love to dress up in a long gown and dance the night away, then definitely this is the city to be in. The Blumenball     A  breathe of spring  on the cold windy nights. It is one event that is so beautiful. The ballroom filled with flowers and wonderful music. The ball is held in the magnificent Rathaus city hall . that is oh so amazing inside  and out.  MASQUE BALL nothing is more fun then a masquerade ball. Its a fantasy world with feathers and sequinned masks. That and the wonderful waltz to give you a feeling of excitement.  Grand ball of all, the OPERNBALL, This one is famous for not only the location but also for the celebrit...