Ballerina’s garb

TUTU

This short, stiff skirt often made of layers of tulle is a staple in classical dance performances, especially for lead roles in ballets like Swan Lake.

Ballerina’s garb" points directly to a tutu, the iconic short, stiff skirt worn by ballet dancers. The word garb simply means clothing, so the clue is a straightforward definition without any hidden wordplay or tricks. If you’ve ever seen a ballet performance, the tutu is the go-to costume piece, making this an easy fill for crossword solvers familiar with dance terms.