There are a number of variations of the modern-day Baby Tutu Dresses Sets Classical tutu a skirt made from 10-12 layers of tight silk sewn on a pantie and also basque at hip level. The reduced, brief layers of silk support the leading layers, making them jut out from the hip.Pancake tutu this tutu is sustained by a hoop and is very flat, with few ruffles.Platter tutu similar to the pancake tutu however resting at the waist as opposed to the hip.American tutu (additionally referred to as the Balanchine, Karinska or powderpuff tutu) Really short ruffles of silk are loosely sewn on to a pantie to give a soft impact.