Definition of TASSEL

Examples of tassel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Some of these earrings feature as many as a dozen tassels per bunch. — Maggie Lange, The Cut, "Some Thoughts on the Tassel Earring," 28 June 2018 In just one week’s time, Lipa managed to bust out a shiny green skirt, a multicolored sequin wrap dress, and a deep green gown with dangling diamond tassels. — Rachel Hahn, Vogue, "Dua Lipa’s Jet-Lag Cure? A Sequined Bathrobe, Of Course," 3 Jan. 2019 Some came in leis, others wore medallions and sashes, while caps, tassels and gowns were colored light blue or navy. — Andrew J. Campa, latimes.com, "Crescenta Valley High seniors graduate with distinctions," 8 June 2018 Striped pillows mingle with nubby throw blankets and linen sheets for the ultimate winter bed, while unexpected details like tassels and fringed edges give each element a thoughtful, finished look. — Jennifer Fernandez, House Beautiful, "A Joanna Gaines Bedding Line Is Coming To Target The Day After Christmas," 22 Dec. 2018 Her hair was plaited into dreadlocks, covered with thick paste, and finished with tassels that looked like cows’ tails. — Stanley Stewart, Condé Nast Traveler, "Going Off-Grid in Namibia," 21 Dec. 2018 It Here: All Roads Baja Pillow, $70-100 {sale}, anthropologie.com Notice that Lara Jean has a strand of tassels hanging alongside her glow string lights? — Katelyn Chef, Teen Vogue, ""To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before" Bedroom Decor Inspiration," 24 Aug. 2018 Beading and tassels are elements common in most boho jewelry, but read as upscale in rich 14k. — Leah Melby Clinton, Marie Claire, "How to Make Your Boring LBD Feel New Again," 16 Nov. 2018 The actress hit the red carpet in a dazzling metallic gown that featured off-the-shoulder silk fringe tassels and a lot of sparkle. — Lauren Alexis Fisher, Harper's BAZAAR, "Constance Wu's Ralph & Russo Gown Took A Casual 765 Hours To Create," 9 Aug. 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Ganni’s beaded polka-dot bag would pair just as well with a slinky cocktail dress or vintage jeans, ditto Hunting Season’s tasseled cross-body. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, "Goodbye, Box Bags! These Evening Pouches Are Perfect for Your Holiday Parties," 15 Nov. 2018 The cape includes white ribbons on both shoulders, a large gold tasseled rope connecting both sides, and—the best part—a black velvet hat with an oversized ostrich feather, according to People. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Prince William's Super Ornate Outfit in Scotland Is Full of Royal Symbolism," 6 July 2018 Other standouts include La Double J’s architectural and frond-laden teacups and saucers, and Gucci’s tasseled throw pillow embroidered with a panther’s piercing gaze. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, "MatchesFashion.com Launches Homeware—Because Gucci Shouldn’t Be Limited to Your Closet," 2 July 2018 Perhaps with some punchy pool floats (that won’t make your Instagram followers roll their eyes), or a Jenni Kayne tasseled hammock? — Elise Taylor, Vogue, "16 Poolside Accessories to Brighten Summer Parties," 15 June 2018 Corn needs about 1 inch of water a week, particularly when the stalks begin to tassel. — The Editors Of Organic Life, Good Housekeeping, "How To Grow Corn," 5 Apr. 2016 Melosh, on the other hand, paid for the graduationcap, gown and tassel herself. — Rachel Leingang, azcentral, "Want to participate in your graduation from an Arizona university? It will cost you," 28 Mar. 2018

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