Tutu Options & Bodice Styles
Parts of the Tutu/Bodice
At Southern Tutus we know better than anyone how many options there are for someone creating their own beatuiful, custom tutu. Below we have included some definitions and descriptions of the basic parts of a tutu and bodice to help you place your order with confidence!
Scalloped Edges
Small curves/half circles hand-cut into the edge of each tutu net layer prior to gathering or pleating.
Dagged Edges
Traingles hand-cut into the edge of each tutu net layer prior to gathering/pleating.
Basque
Hook & Bar
Hoop
Gun Tacking
Classical/Pancake Tutu
9-10 layers
Belle Tutu
8-Piece Bodice
Basque Will Show.
10-Piece Longline/Russian Bodice
Basque will not show. Bodice sewn directly to the tutu.
Arm Puffs
Usually used with Fairies and Princesses
Arm Circles
Can be used with any character you wish.
Puff Sleeves
*to add long sleeves please contact me*
Top Plate
Embelshiments on top of tutu are sewn to a top plate which is then sewn to the tutu
Hand Pleating
Hand pleating the top or all of the layers adds more net and an extra professional element to your handmade tutu.