: a sheer often stiffened silk, rayon, or nylon net used chiefly for veils or ballet costumes
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The bottom half was a sparkly tulle design that stopped just above her ankles.
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In its place, consider more stately materials like tulle or duchess satin and crepe de chine.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
The look was finished with a silk tulle veil, crystal beaded Manolo Blahnik satin sandals and a pair of sheer elbow gloves.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
Prints, a brand signature, and textures include lace, mesh tulle, plaid, and the Ginkgo Fan print, which returns in a neutral, muted tone.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
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Angel Saunders, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
In its place, consider more stately materials like tulle or duchess satin and crepe de chine.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
The look was finished with a silk tulle veil, crystal beaded Manolo Blahnik satin sandals and a pair of sheer elbow gloves.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
Prints, a brand signature, and textures include lace, mesh tulle, plaid, and the Ginkgo Fan print, which returns in a neutral, muted tone.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
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“Tulle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tulle. Accessed 10 Sep. 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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