: a sheer often stiffened silk, rayon, or nylon net used chiefly for veils or ballet costumes
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The gown had a dramatic tulle and lace necklace that brought attention to Saldaña’s shoulders and jewelry that included a necklace by De Beers.
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Her dress practically entered before her—an incredible, palest-possible-pink Schiaparelli gown with a strapless corset top and a structured satin peplum that balloons out into a truly magical, sparkling tulle skirt.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025
Grande’s sculptural frock featured a satin bodice with undulating peplum and a twinkling tulle skirt.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025
The gown stood apart with the dramatic tulle and lace neckline that framed Saldaña’s shoulders.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Her dress practically entered before her—an incredible, palest-possible-pink Schiaparelli gown with a strapless corset top and a structured satin peplum that balloons out into a truly magical, sparkling tulle skirt.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025
Grande’s sculptural frock featured a satin bodice with undulating peplum and a twinkling tulle skirt.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025
The gown stood apart with the dramatic tulle and lace neckline that framed Saldaña’s shoulders.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
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“Tulle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tulle. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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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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