how to wear a tutu as a grown up

The Fox in Flats community are an impressive bunch. You ladies are out there raising kids, managing businesses, and generally running the world. But I’m 93% sure that most of you (like me) went through a stage where you dreamed of growing up to be a ballerina. After all, to a little girl’s mind, ballerinas are the ultimate in elegance, grace and, most importantly, fluffy skirts.

Well, your aspirations may have moved in a different direction, but that doesn’t mean your wardrobe has to. Ever since Carrie Bradshaw stumbled down a New York street in that tulle skirt, ballerina skirts have been dancing along the fashion pages, and they’re not going to stop any time soon.

For us mums, the cooler months are the perfect time to experiment with a bit of tulle. You’re not competing with sweaty days or drippy ice-creams, plus this look really comes into its own when paired with soft knits or velvety jackets, as these street style snaps prove.

A fitted black top balances the volume of the skirt and keeps the colour palette from being too girly.

A cable knit and chunky jewellery are perfect when teamed with this less fluffy ballerina skirt.

This jacket-and-tulle-skirt combo in antique shades is classic but oh so cool.

A few pointes on wearing a tutu without looking like you’re going to junior ballet lessons:

DO go for traditional ballet colours such as soft pink and cream
DO pair with ballet flats for comfort. Nude or gold tones will help make your legs appear longer
DO mix up the look on top – try a striped shirt or black sweater

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