parure

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Recent Examples of parure Wilhelmina was prudent and reserved; Juliana opted for the complete ensemble; Beatrix often chose to combine pieces of the parure without always resorting to the tiara. Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 25 Jan. 2026 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, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025 Sapphire jewelry set Worn by successive members of the Orléans family, including the last queen of France, Marie-Amélie, a sapphire parure, or a matching set of jewelry, was also taken in the raid. Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 20 Oct. 2025 The fan blog reported that Princess Marie Caroline added more shimmer with statement diamond drop earrings that Princess Marie and Princess Sophie have also sported previously, bringing another heirloom into her parure of bridal jewels. Janine Henni, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for parure
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Noun
  • Who knew the colder months could offer such lush (not to mention tasty) fodder for garniture.
    Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Your clock garniture set is by Tiffany & Company of New York and dates to the last quarter of the 19th century.
    oregonlive, oregonlive, 2 Dec. 2021
Noun
  • Enthralled by Felipe Rose, a go-go boy decked out in Native American regalia at the Anvil, a notorious gay Manhattan disco, Morali applied that approach to his next conceptual act, Village People.
    CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 11 May 2026
  • James' tailored and structural approach to the female form, mixed with modern fabrics, brought elegance and regalia to the occasion.
    Luis Giraldo, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • The designer Christian Dior’s signature and wickerwork shells are among other adornments.
    Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
  • Flavorful heirloom tomatoes don't need much adornment to shine.
    Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 7 May 2026
Noun
  • Not to be left out, high-end jewelry had quite a bit of success, too, with revenue growing by 18 percent compared to the previous year.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
  • The ship has a small but impressively provisioned boutique, filled with fine jewelry, high-end accessories, and some lovely beach and loungewear.
    Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • Forms uses the material to frame gemstones in a style reminiscent of antique collet settings, adding both contrast and depth of color.
    Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
  • The gemstone dials were a technical challenge.
    Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • It is surrounded by appliqué ornamentation reflecting the decorative arts of each culture and an ornate frieze around the periphery.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Yet its sleek, monochromatic design serves as a quiet counterpoint to the temple’s rich ornamentation.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Your creditors aren't obligated to negotiate or agree to settlement offers, either, and some may prefer to pursue lawsuits, bank levies or wage garnishment rather than settle.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 6 May 2026
  • For most Americans, fines, wage garnishment or worse are too big a risk to take.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Bachelor’s Button is an edible cornflower that makes for a beautiful beverage garnish or a flavorful floral addition.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
  • Kale is still used as a garnish, not an ingredient.
    Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 10 May 2026

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“Parure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parure. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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