Colarin

/ˈkoʊlərɪn/ noun

Definition

A collar or neck ornament worn historically, particularly a decorative band around the neck.

Etymology

From Spanish or Portuguese 'collarín,' a diminutive form of 'collar,' meaning a small collar or neck ring.

Kelly Says

The colarin bridges Spanish and English fashion history—it's a decorative collar that shows how Spanish influence shaped medieval European dress. Medieval people wore way more neckwear than we do today!

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