Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Ballet Costumes & Supplies
Founded in 1994, TUTU.com has established itself as a global leader in ballet costuming, serving dancers, choreographers, and performing arts institutions worldwide. Our founder, Claudia Folts, brings over four decades of hands-on experience in ballet costume design, transforming TUTU.com into a trusted resource for professionals and enthusiasts alike. We specialize in crafting high-quality tutus, bodices, and costumes that combine durability with artistic elegance, ensuring performers shine on stage. Our team of expert costumers employs time-tested techniques refined through daily production, offering innovative solutions that honor tradition while embracing modern advancements. TUTU.comSchools Seminars provide immersive, hands-on education for all skill levels, fostering a global community of costume-makers through expert-led instruction.With a commitment to excellence, we curate rare fabrics, embellishments, and notions, streamlining the creative process for clients from beginners to Broadway professionals. Our custom design services and ready-to-wear collections cater to diverse needs, while our international shipping and 24/7 customer support ensure accessibility for clients worldwide. TUTU.com's dedication to quality craftsmanship, educational outreach, and customer-centric service has solidified its reputation as the industry standard in ballet costuming.
Services
Ballet Tutus
Costume Rentals
Fabric Supplies
Headpiece Design
Sewing Seminars
Custom Patterns
Dye Services
Bodice Construction
Online Consultations
Costume Kits
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in ballet costuming
- Our team creates more tutus daily than any other costume shop
- We provide hands-on instruction through internationally recognized TUTU.comSchools Seminars
- We guarantee worldwide shipping with personalized customer support
- We maintain a curated inventory of hard-to-find costuming materials
What people say
Exquisite tutus
Prompt support
Expert guidance
Durable designs
Transformative workshops
Services
Ballet TUTU.coms
We create professional-grade ballet tutus using time-tested techniques refined through daily production. Our designs combine durability with artistic elegance, offering customizable options like hooping, tacking, and ombr dyeing. Each piece ensures performers maintain freedom of movement while achieving theatrical impact.
TUTU.comSchools Seminars
Our immersive seminars provide hands-on instruction in tutu construction and ballet costuming. Participants learn from industry experts through personalized guidance, working at their own pace on projects ranging from basic techniques to advanced embellishment. Courses accommodate all skill levels with machine and hand-sewing requirements.
Custom Design
We offer bespoke costume creation services tailored to specific performance needs. Our designers collaborate with clients to develop unique pieces incorporating specialized materials, intricate embellishments, and precise fit requirements. This service includes pattern development and fabric selection assistance for one-of-a-kind stage attire.
Costume Rentals
Our rental collection features professionally maintained ballet costumes available for short-term use. The inventory includes classical and contemporary designs suitable for competitions and performances. This service provides cost-effective access to high-quality attire without long-term investment.
Fabric Supplies
We curate specialized fabrics essential for ballet costuming, including tutu net, powernet, and decorative tulle. Our inventory features both standard and rare materials with flexible quantity options. This service supports both professional costumers and hobbyists creating stage-ready garments.
People
Claudia Folts
Founder / Creative Director
With over 40 years in ballet costuming, Claudia Folts established TUTU.com as a global resource. Her expertise spans costume construction, pattern development, and industry education through TUTU.comSchools Seminars.
Summer Collins
Costume Shop Manager
Summer Collins has led TUTU.com's costume production since 2012. Her management ensures efficient creation of custom and ready-to-wear pieces while maintaining quality standards for global clients.
Questions
Do you offer custom tutu designs?
Yes, our custom design service creates one-of-a-kind tutus tailored to your specifications with options for fabric, embellishment, and structural details.
Are sewing classes available for beginners?
TUTU.comSchools Seminars accommodate all skill levels, though participants must know basic machine and hand-sewing techniques before attending.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship products worldwide with shipping options provided at checkout for global customers.
What materials do you stock?
We carry specialized fabrics, embellishments, and notions specifically for ballet costuming, including rare materials difficult to find elsewhere.
Can I get help choosing costume components?
Our expert team provides personalized guidance through email consultations, video meetings, and our Personal Shopper Service.
Do you offer rental costumes?
Yes, we maintain a collection of stage-ready rental costumes suitable for performances and competitions.
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Nelwyn MacNulty
Nov 09, 2020
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I learned to make tutus from Classical Tutus for Children and The Classical Tutu Book. Awesome resources!
