sequin

Garment's glinting disc

A sequin is a small, shiny disk sewn onto fabric for decoration.

Sequins catch and reflect light, creating sparkle on evening gowns, dance costumes, and party attire: Her sequined dress glittered under the stage lights.

The adjective sequined describes anything covered with them.

embellishment

beading

Ornamental small-sphere work

rhinestone · trimming · adornment · embroidery · glitter · fringe · tassel · crystal · bead · stud

glitter

sparkle

Emit flashing light

shine · gleam · dazzle · iridescence · glint · sheen · reflection · catchlight · flash · brilliance

fashion

dress

Skirted one-piece garment

fabric · textile · evening wear · cocktail dress · ballgown · minidress · top · jacket · bodysuit · leggings

occasion

party

Gathering for celebration

prom · wedding · carnival · Mardi Gras · festival · Halloween · dance · pageant · drag · burlesque

craft

sewing

Craft with needle and thread

needle · thread · trim · overlay · pattern · DIY · handmade · embellishing · bedazzle · iron-on

Categories
Opposites
surface quality

sequinmatte finish

Non-reflective surface treatment

flat black · burlap · dull finish · velvet · felt

aesthetic style

sequinplain

Basic and unremarkable

unadorned · unembellished · minimalist · understated · austere

Phrases
Family

sequins, sequined, sequinned

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G