Apprêts (en. Preparations)

[apʁɛ]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Objects or accessories that complement an outfit.

The embellishments on the dress were very elegant.

Les apprêts de la robe étaient très élégants.

Details or finishes added to enhance appearance.

She added lace embellishments to her garment.

Elle a ajouté des apprêts en dentelle à son vêtement.

The word 'embellishments' comes from Old French and originally refers to fashion embellishments or accessories.

to make embellishments

To enhance or accessorize an outfit.

faire des apprêts

hat and embellishments

Describes a stylish combination emphasizing accessories.

chapeau et apprêts

accessories

Objects used to beautify clothing or individuals.

accessoires

fashion

Style or trend regarding clothing and appearance.

mode

Trendy or fashionable items.

Look at these embellishments; they are really cool this season.

Regarde ces apprêts, ils sont vraiment cool cette saison.

Accessories that are 'bling-bling'.

These embellishments add style but also a bit too much bling-bling.

Ces apprêts ajoutent du style mais aussi un peu trop de bling-bling.