epaulet

ornamental shoulder trim used on military uniforms, originally consisting of gold braid looped to form fringe around the edge. now, also a flat band of fabric, sometimes fastened with a button on shoulders of uniforms, also used on military style civilian coats and jackets, eg trenchcoats.

decoration:applique besom-pocket double-breasted epaulet filigree flounce fringe frog gathering handkerchief-hem lettuce-edge passimenterie patch-pocket piping sequins shirring smocking tassel top-stitching

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