Even though getting dressed up for Holiday Parties is right behind us, Tulle Skirts are not being packed away until next year… in fact, Tulle Skirts (Tutus) are still being spotted on Fashionistas as daywear and are proving to be a trend for Spring 2014. Trend-Setters are making Tulle Skirts Socially Acceptable, pairing them with Button Down Shirts, Sweaters, Sweatshirts, and T-Shirts (think Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie in "Sex in the City"). I must Admit, I am wishing I would have picked up the Karinska Tulle Skirt from Anthropologie when it was still available, before the holidays, to wear this Spring with a Graphic T-Shirt and my Denim Jacket. And I have always said, if I had a daughter I would dress her in a Tutu everyday… so obviously I am in Love, Love, Love with this trend for Little GIrls and Big Girls alike! Even though I do not have a daughter of my own to dress in a Tutu, I swoon over Tutus every time I see them in a store, in a boutique, or on a Little Girl… looking like the Princess she is. Tutus are Tutu Cute, and with so many options on the market right now, and you can even DIY (without even sewing), I am sure I will be swooning a lot this spring over all the little ones I see on the Playground, in the Parks, and on the Street happily twirling in their Tutus.
This ATSUYO ET AKIKO Tutu puts the play back into Dress Up. ATSUYO ET AKIKO is a Brooklyn-Based Brand, and their clothes are made-in-the-USA! I absolutely love the quirky playfulness of this brand; you can get this Tutu on their web-site or at J.Crew.com. I love how the Tutu is being worn with a Cat Mask graphic t-shirt… absolutely Tutu Cute!
A Beautiful alternative to the Classic Pink Tutu is this Olive Bellanie Tutu from Wunway.com. It is truly a Tutu Skirt for Little Fashionistas- this airy Tutu features layers of tiered ruffles and has a corsage accent on the waist for Extra Cuteness. I also love how it is worn with a casual grey sweater, black leggings, and black ballet flats… Tres Chic!
I am officially swooning… I LOVE HER! This Little Girl is Tutu Cute--outfitting her Tutu with a Pom-Pom Hat, Grey Heathered Sweatshirt, & Color-block Tights (all must have trends this winter, and will continue to be so with the frigid temperatures across the country). This Stella McCartney Gold Dot Tulle Party Skirt is also available in Honey and is an adorable Tulle party Skirt featuring embroidered Bow Appliqué in Pale Pink- perfect for Spring.
This Gymboree Sparkle Tutu Skirt is the perfect more affordable option if you can't get the Stella McCartney Gold Dot Tutu out of your head (I know I can't). This Tutu is only $17.99, which is an amazing price for such a Fabulous Tutu! Your Little Princess will be twirling all day in this Tutu with Soft layers of Tulle and tiny allover Glitter Dots that give it Extra Shimmer.
For you Crafty and even Not So Crafty Moms, The Imagination Tree has an extremely thorough tutorial on how to Make this Easy No Sew Tutu- which includes straightforward step-by-step, easy to-follow directions and photos. And Yes I wrote that right... No Sew… and all it takes is about 30 minutes to complete. I don't know about you… but that is my kind of Project! I love this Tutu, as you can make it one solid color, two colors, or even a rainbow of colors to reflect your own daughters favorite colors & personality.
Photo | jcrew.com