brocade

noun

bro·cade | \ brō-ˈkād

Definition of brocade

1 : a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver

2 : a fabric characterized by raised designs

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For her part, Meghan arrived wearing an Amanda Wakely cream coat over what appeared to be a metallic brocade dress. — Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, "Meghan Markle Wears a Brocade Dress to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Prince Charles' Investiture," 5 Mar. 2019 While Meghan paired a silver and gold brocade dress with a chic white coat, Kate opted for a high-necked, pale blue tea dress, perfect for the spring weather. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kate Middleton's Pale Blue Dress Was Created By Her "Private Dressmaker"," 5 Mar. 2019 Meghan chose a beautiful metallic brocade dress for the occasion, paired with a cream coat, rose gold clutch, and nude heels. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Meghan Markle Wore a Stunning Metallic Brocade Dress to Prince Charles's Investiture 50th Anniversary," 5 Mar. 2019 To debut her new hair, Kylie opted for a head-to-toe Alexander Wang look in a luxe brocade print red mini dress with skinny cami straps. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Kylie Jenner's Hair Has Dramatically Changed Once Again," 20 Aug. 2018 While Jenner's exact bag is currently unavailable, the same style in a black brocade is available to pre-order right now. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kylie Jenner Literally Looks Like an Angel in This Tiny Magda Butrym Dress," 23 Dec. 2018 Silk tufted fabric and ornate detailing make for a pretty specific design aesthetic—bring on the brocade tapestries? — Olivia Rassow, ELLE Decor, "Is This Design Worth Saving?," 23 Apr. 2014 The model was seen running errands in New York City wearing nothing but a floral brocade blazer. — Avery Matera, Teen Vogue, "Emily Ratajkowski Wore Nothing But a Blazer in New York City," 10 Oct. 2018 Betty ditched the sequins and went for a more classic look, opting for a gorgeous blue brocade dress featuring some pretty cherry blossoms. — Carolyn Twersky, Seventeen, "Here’s Where You Can Buy All The Gorgeous Dresses From This Week's "Riverdale" Episode," 26 Oct. 2018

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