noun
- A plume or tuft of feathers, especially from an egret, worn as a decorative ornament on a hat or headdress.
- A spray of gems or jewels arranged to resemble feathers, used as a brooch or hair ornament.
Usage: Usually plural; historical fashion accessory; Often capitalized when referring to the egret bird itself
Usage: Decorative jewelry piece; Historical or formal wear
Examples
- The Victorian lady wore aigrets in her hair at the grand ball.
- Aigrets made from egret feathers were fashionable in the early 20th century.
- The jeweler crafted aigrets from diamonds and pearls for the duchess.
- She pinned the diamond aigrets to her evening gown.
- Aigrets adorned the hats of wealthy women during the Edwardian era.