noun
- small, flat, shiny discs sewn onto clothing or fabric for decoration; sequins
Usage: fashion; decorative arts
Examples
- The evening gown was covered in golden paillettes that caught the light.
- She carefully sewed paillettes onto the costume for the dance recital.
- The designer used silver paillettes to create a shimmering effect on the dress.
- Paillettes fell from her jacket as she moved across the stage.
- The craft store sold paillettes in various colors and sizes.
- Her wedding dress featured delicate paillettes around the neckline.