Embelishments

Embelishments are decorative accessories that enhance the look of an object without adding much of functional value. Embelishments are generally shiny, colourful and attractive or could be any of these. They are mostly used on clothing items like skirts, blouses and t-shirts to add a design element on to it that enhances the aesthetic appeal. They are used creatively on accessories like bags, purses, caps, hats, shoes, wallets and even jeans. A combination of embelishments may be sewed on a garment to incorporate a chic design and adding a charm to ones appearance.

Some common type of embellishments used on garments and other items include buttons of various colours and shapes, zippers, buckles of different kinds and grommets, among others. Embelishments could be put into categories like appliquÈ, embroidery, piping and beads among others. In appliquÈ, pieces of cloth cut into designs and shapes are stitched onto fabrics to create patterns. Embroidery is generally a design created with the help of threads and pearls, beads, etc. could be incorporated along with it. Piping is attaching a contrasting strip of fabric or a similar fabric to the hem of a garment to give it finishing touches. Beads, are very commonly used on garments and jewellery. Beads are of various types like Chevron, lead crystal, glass, shell, fire-polished and so on adds on an engaging look to the otherwise stale material. Such embelishments, available in various colours, shapes and sizes are easily found on sale on online shopping portals.