paillette
Shiny costume disc
A paillette is a small, shiny disk sewn onto fabric for decoration—essentially a sequin, though paillette often implies something slightly larger or more elegant.
The word comes from French and appears in fashion contexts: The gown was covered in gold paillettes.
Plural: paillettes.
Decorative clothing disc
- beadPierced ornament for threading
- appliqueCutout sewn onto fabric
- trimmingCutting away excess
- adornmentDecorative addition or accessory
beadwork · ornamentation · embroidery · motif · rhinestone · crystal · seed bead · fringe
Tremulous, wavering light
- glitterDecorative metallic flecks
- twinkleShine with flickering light
- gleamFaint reflected light
- glintBrief bright reflection
shine · luster · radiance · scintillation · iridescence · dazzle · sheen · luminosity
Custom high-fashion design
- runwayPaved path for planes
- haute coutureCustom luxury dressmaking
- designerOne who plans appearances
- gownLong formal garment
evening wear · garment · textile · fabric · collection · catwalk · draping · bodice
sequin
Decorative clothing disc
adornment · beadwork · ornamentation · embroidery · motif · rhinestone · crystal · seed bead · fringe · braid
shimmer
Tremulous, wavering light
glint · shine · luster · radiance · scintillation · iridescence · dazzle · sheen · luminosity · refraction
couture
Custom high-fashion design
- runwayPaved path for planes
- haute coutureCustom luxury dressmaking
- designerOne who plans appearances
gown · evening wear · garment · textile · fabric · collection · catwalk · draping · bodice · overlay
costume
Clothing for portrayal
- dancewearAttire for movement arts
- cabaretLive entertainment venue
- burlesqueExaggerated mockery or risqué variety
showgirl · flapper · stage · theater · ballet · leotard · tutu · circus · Vegas · drag