10 Things girls love to do in Tutus

I don't know what it is about Tutus and Pettiskirts that transforms quiet, little girls into dancing, giggling sprites--perhaps the volume of the tutu tulle is intoxicating, or the movement of the pettiskirt chiffon mesmerizing. . . . Either way, slip a happy, fluffy, Trendy Bambini skirt on your little dove, get the camera ready, and watch her spread her wings and strut her stuff!

The following are 10 amusing, educational, and calorie-burning activities girls love to do in tutus (mamas can join in, too!):


1. Girls love to play dress-up in tutus. This is creative play that aids in the development of their imagination, self-image, and social skills (if they are playing with a relative or friends). Toss in a pair of Mommy's shoes, some of our Flower Headbands or tiaras, and toy props for the full dress-up effect!

2. Girls love to exhibit hilarious, new behavior in tutus (and they're not likely to repeat it after removing the tutu). I'm not sure why they do this, though I suspect it's because they feel so new and pretty (like a butterfly--forgive the obvious simile) that they can't help but try out new, goofy things. In my daughter's case it was spinning on her back . . . like a "hip hop frog" . . . in our Over the Rainbow Pettiskirt. That was new!

3. Girls love to have dance parties in tutus! There should be a study where random Janes are pulled off the street, thrown into a tutu with Rihanna songs blaring, and dared not to dance. What do you think the results of that study would be? OK, maybe the shy ones would simply giggle and sway. But let's be REAL. In tutus, girls love to dance, dance, dance with their tutu-clad friends, throwing those gossamer layers in the air like they just don't care. (Hint: tutus are awesome icebreakers for timid playmates/awkward playdates.)

4. Girls love to model at impromptu photo shoots in tutus. This is an instant self-confidence booster and you get a slew of amazing pictures and a blast of family fun in the process!

5. Girls love to twirl compulsively then fall out giggling dizzily in tutus (seriously, lay some pillows down if they're indoors and you have hard floors). Delirious happiness seems to be a natural side effect of quality, brightly colored, voluminous skirts. When you're stressed, watching your baby girl spinning into a dizzy state of bliss just melts it all away.

6. Girls love to run around outside barefoot in tutus. Like giddy, little fairies, they take flight with the wind beneath their tulle and playing in their hair; they feel free and light as air. Catch them if you can! Better yet, catch them on camera. The candid movement and lovely clothing make for stunning pictures and video! And if you're into photography props, you'll love her in the Sunshine Princess Wings for an ethereal fairy effect.

7. Girls love to attend parties and events in tutus. This is especially helpful if your daughter is not fond of social functions. Whether it's her birthday, a wedding or any special occasion, she can be a princess for a day. Won't she feel beautiful and confident, not to mention look exquisite?

8. Girls love to play in tutus! They're kids, and kids love to play, and tutus just make playtime that much more FUN! So they play harder and longer (and that buys you time for yourself--it's a win-win situation).

9. Girls love to show off in their tutus. We all know it's true. They know they're fabulous and want their tutu-less friends to know it, too. Are grownups any different?

10. Girls love to stay in their tutus. Instead of getting frustrated when it's bedtime and they fuss about taking it off, do what I do. Call, "Pajama tutu time!" I slip a pettiskirt over my daughter's pajamas, set a timer for 5-7 minutes and let her dance her tiny tush off to a toddler music video or dance playlist. It gets the end-of-the-day wiggles out every time, and she begs me to carry her tired little body up to bed where she trades in the "tutu" for a lullaby (no exaggeration). http://www.trendybambini.com/10-Things-girls-love-to-do-in-tutus_b_33.html