Girandole

/ˈdʒɪrændoʊl/ noun

Definition

A type of ornamental earring or brooch with a central stone surrounded by smaller hanging jewels, or an ornamental candlestick with radiating branches.

Etymology

From French 'girandole,' derived from Italian 'girandola,' ultimately from Latin 'gyrare' (to revolve), describing the way the jewels or flames appear to radiate outward.

Kelly Says

Girandole earrings were peak Georgian fashion—the smaller stones dangled and sparkled with every movement, and the word itself sounds like what it describes: a bit exotic and twirling.

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