: a sheer often stiffened silk, rayon, or nylon net used chiefly for veils or ballet costumes
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Each knot is made with a unique intricacy and sometimes comes with tulle renditions or drape patterns.
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Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
Olivia had so many iconic looks on the Sour tour, and some of the detailing in them were bows or little ruffles or tulle fabric.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 24 Oct. 2024
The intricate lacework adds a delicate and feminine touch, while the tulle layers create a sense of volume and movement.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
This tutu, from the brand’s fall 2024 collection, achieves an exaggerated yet softened look by using two tones of tulle for a blurring effect.
—Ada Tseng, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
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Ugonnaora Owoh, Essence, 24 Oct. 2024
Olivia had so many iconic looks on the Sour tour, and some of the detailing in them were bows or little ruffles or tulle fabric.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 24 Oct. 2024
The intricate lacework adds a delicate and feminine touch, while the tulle layers create a sense of volume and movement.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2024
This tutu, from the brand’s fall 2024 collection, achieves an exaggerated yet softened look by using two tones of tulle for a blurring effect.
—Ada Tseng, WWD, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Tulle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tulle. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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tulle
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: a fine netlike fabric used chiefly for veils, evening dresses, or ballet costumes
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