To get the Tutu to stand out, it is hung like this and sprayed with lacquer "sizing". The fumes are powerful so they hang it outside and do the spraying. When Garet puts it on, it stands straight out perfectly in the classic Tutu style!
Thank you for the information and a wonderful idea for a shot. You are incredible to share this secret. In all my life, all the pictures i've collected, i've never learned so much about Ballet as I have from enjoying your photographs and reading the information you've shared!