parure

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Recent Examples of parure The parure — the set of amethysts that appeared in a tiara, earrings and a necklace — was a gift to the royal from Princess Catherine of Württemberg, The Royal Watcher reported. Rachel Raposas, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025 The pearl tiara is part of a married parure, which includes matching pearl earrings, as well as a brooch featuring a large diamond and pearl cluster, according to fan blog The Court Jeweller. Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024 The partnership unveiled a parure co-designed by the maison’s co-president and artistic director, Caroline Scheufele, and Julia Roberts, Chopard’s global ambassador. Rachel Besser, Vogue, 10 Mar. 2024 The Queen was gifted a dazzling aquamarine and diamond necklace and earrings from the president of Brazil in honor of her coronation in 1953, and the tiara made the parure complete. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2023 See All Example Sentences for parure
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Noun
  • 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
  • Who knew the colder months could offer such lush (not to mention tasty) fodder for garniture.
    Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 16 Dec. 2022
Noun
  • Yet for all her academic rigor and philanthropic reach, Emily was not above the language of adornment—jewels that, like her, balanced intellect, elegance, and restraint.
    Annie Davidson, Robb Report, 29 May 2025
  • An unusual piece of adornment with profound and tragic historical significance in the United States is up for auction by the Freeman’s | Hindman auction house.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
Noun
  • Pearls Few pieces of jewelry evoke the same timeless elegance and refined grace as pearls.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 1 June 2025
  • The key is in the posture and the details: platform sandals, dark sunglasses with precise lines, minimal jewelry that doesn't compete with the silhouette, and a compact bag that accentuates the structure.
    Alex Sales, Glamour, 31 May 2025
Noun
  • The pieces are crafted from 20k gold, gemstones and enamel.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • Ananya Malhotra, founder of her namesake jewelry brand Ananya, believes that gemstones possess healing properties; her designs incorporate a luminous brown agate, known as Sulemani Aqeeq, which is said to bring joy and balance.
    Milena Lazazzera, CNN Money, 29 May 2025
Noun
  • Strong lines that team up to form geometric designs, metallic accents, luxe materials like marble and velvet, and eye-catching ornamentation are certainly part of the style's foundation, true.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
  • The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, and bearing only the inscription: Franciscus.
    Greta Cross, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Additionally, their wages would’ve been be subject to garnishment, meaning the government would take money — up to 15% of disposable income — out of their paychecks to repay the defaulted loans.
    Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 23 May 2025
  • Beyond possibly leading to wage garnishment, defaulting on a student loan hurts in other ways.
    Alain Sherter, CBS News, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • Stir the main ingredients up in a bowl, top with garnishes, and serve with your favorite dippers for an easy appetizer.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 May 2025
  • Chef’s special nigiri ($28) has eight different fish and shellfish with sushi rice, topped with garnishes unique to each piece, including fish roe, green onions and panko crumbs.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Noun
  • Here are The Athletic’s pick of Wirtz alternatives, from his fellow high-fee buys to hidden gems.
    Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 2 June 2025
  • Globally recognized as one of the most important global spirits competitions, the IWSC has been uncovering gems for over 50 years.
    Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025

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