variants
or bling-bling
: flashy jewelry worn especially as an indication of wealth or status
broadly
: expensive and ostentatious possessions
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The Duchess of Sussex's new bling was on display in a video.
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
The former Duke shooting guard, 20, showed up to the first round of the 2026 NBA draft on Tuesday, June 23 wearing some pricey bling — at least $4 million worth — designed by Jason of Beverly Hills, according to the New York Post.
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Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The shiny Coach charm adds a bit of bling, while still feeling understated and elegant.
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Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
Have a trip planned to pack your bling for?
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Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
25 June 2026
The former Duke shooting guard, 20, showed up to the first round of the 2026 NBA draft on Tuesday, June 23 wearing some pricey bling — at least $4 million worth — designed by Jason of Beverly Hills, according to the New York Post.
—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The shiny Coach charm adds a bit of bling, while still feeling understated and elegant.
—
Kate Donovan,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
Have a trip planned to pack your bling for?
—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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“Bling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bling. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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