ballet skirt

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ballet skirt

A young ballerina practices in a pink ballet skirt.

Definition

Noun: A very short, stiff skirt, typically made of layers of tulle or netting, worn by ballerinas as part of a classical ballet costume. It is designed to allow freedom of movement while maintaining a distinctive, bell-like shape.

Usage

The term "ballet skirt" refers specifically to the iconic skirt worn in classical ballet performances. It is a key component of a ballerina's attire.

Examples
  • The costume designer created a beautiful white ballet skirt for the lead dancer in .
  • During practice, she wore a simple leotard and tights, but for the recital, she will wear a pink ballet skirt.
  • The layers of tulle in a traditional ballet skirt create a light and airy effect on stage.
Advanced Usage
  • In Costume Description: The term is used precisely to denote this specific garment within the context of dance, theater, and fashion history.
    • The exhibition featured vintage costumes, including Anna Pavlova's famous ballet skirt.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tutu (n): This is the more common and specific term for a classical ballet skirt. A "ballet skirt" is a type of tutu.
    • The dancer's tutu was decorated with hundreds of sequins.
  • Romantic Tutu (n): A longer, softer, calf-length ballet skirt made of tulle.
  • Pancake Tutu (n): A short, stiff, flat-platter-like classical tutu that projects horizontally from the hips.
Synonyms
  • Tutu: The direct synonym and more frequent term.
  • Ballet dress: A less common and less precise term that may refer to the entire costume.
Related Phrases
  • In a tutu: Describing a ballerina's standard performance attire.
    • The young students were excited to be in tutus for the first time.
ballet skirt

A young ballerina practices in a pink ballet skirt.

Noun
  1. very short skirt worn by ballerinas

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