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Recent Examples of parure
Which means there had to be jewels—real and costume—created, sourced, and commissioned for suites, parures, and stomachers, to pin onto bodices and to sprinkle in hair.
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Leena Kim, Town & Country, 12 May 2023
Macklowe Gallery’s antique Victorian 15K gold demi-parure comprising pendant earrings and a pendant brooch with chain is set with over 10.00 TCW of cabochon almandine garnets.
—Beth Bernstein, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2023
The late queen had worn the parure for two consecutive state banquets, for President Xi Jinping of China in 2015 and for President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia in 2016.
—Leena Kim, Town & Country, 22 Nov. 2022
Banquet in Malta, the Duchess of Cornwall once again went for the Greville Tiara, but this time wore it with her pink topaz demi-parure.
—Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, 27 Sep. 2022
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Leena Kim, Town & Country, 12 May 2023
Macklowe Gallery’s antique Victorian 15K gold demi-parure comprising pendant earrings and a pendant brooch with chain is set with over 10.00 TCW of cabochon almandine garnets.
—Beth Bernstein, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2023
The late queen had worn the parure for two consecutive state banquets, for President Xi Jinping of China in 2015 and for President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia in 2016.
—Leena Kim, Town & Country, 22 Nov. 2022
Banquet in Malta, the Duchess of Cornwall once again went for the Greville Tiara, but this time wore it with her pink topaz demi-parure.
—Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, 27 Sep. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parure
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Instead, the piece is most commonly used as either a mantel garniture (there were two matching pieces that often came with it, small compotes for the garniture) or as a table centerpiece (often with two diminutive candelabra).Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson, Star Tribune, 1 Dec. 2020
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Who knew the colder months could offer such lush (not to mention tasty) fodder for garniture.Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 16 Dec. 2022
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One thing is for certain in all observing communities: The lively adornment of sacred spaces, including the home and one’s altar, is a big part of this celebration.Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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Fabricated in 18-karat gold designs that evoke the splendors of Asian and Indian jewels as well as European adornments of old, this brand is alive with a large array of notably fine gemstones including diamonds, colored sapphires, pearls and tourmalines.Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024
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Kardashian wore the jewelry for the first time in public at the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala last weekend.Andrew Torgan, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
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The jewelry in the show was an extension of this aesthetic, too.Jennifer Weil, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Navy Gemstone Cold Cup: Similar to the Gemstone Cold Cup, but in a navy color reminiscent of sapphire gemstones.Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
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Beyond flowers and Zodiac signs, each month also has at least one gemstone.Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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This level of ornamentation is typical of Art Deco architecture.Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 29 Oct. 2024
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Coffins, which were first invented as simple stone structures decorated in feathers and shells during the Stone Age, have become increasingly elaborate with custom ornamentation, lid carvings, and moldings over time.Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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Notices to lien or levy accounts, for example, are time-sensitive, and requiring long wait times can put taxpayers at risk of wage or account garnishment.Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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Likewise, where the debtor's wages are involved, a creditor may garnish those wages by having a writ of garnishment served upon the employer and then the non-exempt amount of the debtor's wages are then ultimately paid over to the creditor.Jay Adkisson, Forbes, 13 Oct. 2024
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The beans are just a garnish, but the single bean is an apt metaphor for the bare minimum that Diana is putting in.Emma Soren, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2024
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For those looking to elevate their cocktail game, there are a number of less common mixers and garnishes that can add complexity and depth to drinks.Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running events, and more near you.Lily Ritter, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Taco Bell, the gem of Yum’s portfolio, reported same-store sales growth of 4%.Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Parure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parure. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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