noun
- Small, ornamental handbags or evening bags, typically rigid or structured, used for carrying personal items to formal events.
Usage: Plural form of minaudiere; French origin; Formal/fashion context
Examples
- She carried one of her favorite minaudieres to the gala.
- The designer's collection featured several beaded minaudieres in metallic finishes.
- Minaudieres are popular accessories for weddings and black-tie events.
- Her vintage minaudieres from the 1950s were displayed in a glass case.
- The boutique specialized in luxury minaudieres adorned with crystals and pearls.