Etoile

/ɛˈtwɑːl/ noun

Definition

A star or star-shaped object; in textiles, a pattern featuring stars or star shapes.

Etymology

From French 'étoile' meaning 'star,' derived from Latin 'stella.' Used in English to describe both astronomical references and star-patterned designs.

Kelly Says

Fashion designers use 'étoile' patterns to evoke elegance and celestial themes—Stella McCartney even named her brand partly on the 'stella' root, which means the same thing in Latin!

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