Are Tulle Skirts Still Chic?

Boy, do I have a question about fashion and appropriateness for you? Are tulle skirts still chic? Am I too mature to rock tulle? Can a woman of a certain age pull off the look of tulle (especially if she’s not a millennial)? Let’s be honest here.

My earliest recollection of tulle is a tutu costume from my childhood ballet classes. Upon further inspection, the tulle tutu first appeared in 1832 at the Paris Opera, where Marie Taglioni wore a gauzy white skirt cut to reveal her ankles. According to my Google search, from the late 19th century onwards, the tutu was steadily shortened for ease of movement and to show off the dancer’s legs, culminating in the very short classical tutu, which leaves the whole leg free.

When I started using Instagram in January 2012, tulle skirts (both long and short) were the number one trending style. Everyone wanted a photo of themselves wearing a tulle tutu. I don’t usually feature much younger women here on The Age of Grace. However, the way Jessica Alba styled her delicate tulle is my inspiration here.

I learned one thing earlier this year at my annual soiree when I wore a ball gown layered underneath with tulle: It is hot and traps heat. Indeed, this is not the best option since I still get hot flashes. Cynthia and I opted to delay the photo shoot until the temperatures cool down.

I did a Google search on tulle skirts. ASOS has a tremendous selection in every size and color and short and midi lengths. J. Crew still has navy, pink, and blue tulle ball skirts. My favorite store, Nordstrom, has a small selection, too. Etsy always offers whatever you can’t find; someone sells or makes it.

It’s time to answer the questions posed to you earlier. First of all, are tulle skirts passé? What about age-appropriateness? Are you too young? Let me know. While making those comments, how do you like the refreshed look of the blog?

Thank you for reading. Have a fabulous and stylish week.