cestus

noun

Definition of cestusnext
as in bandoleer

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  1. bandolier
  2. obi
  3. ribbon
Noun
  • From Scottsdale, Arizona, to Birmingham in Michigan and Birmingham in Alabama, women are wearing jewels on satin cords, bindings of silk and braid, doing sashes bandolier style.
    Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2024
  • Today, members of the Sac and Fox Nation travel to the museum to experience their culture firsthand, embodied by the intricate, vibrant beadwork that adorns the bandolier bag.
    Nathaniel Scharping, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2024
Definition of bandolier
Noun
  • Now, with two years under its obi, Lin is ready to celebrate Orlando-style with a series of chef collaborations this week.
    Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2024
  • Peter Pennoyer and Katie Ridder experimented with colors and patterns in this Manhattan triplex, starting with the bed frame in the primary bedroom, which mixes Holland & Sherry textiles with vintage Japanese obi.
    Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 6 Dec. 2022
Definition of obi
Noun
  • The company is planning a series of pop-up shops where licensed products will be showcased and personalized gifts, ribbon machines, coffee or hot chocolate carts will be offered to create a holiday atmosphere.
    Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Nov. 2024
  • In autumn, light spills through the trees in golden ribbons, setting the forest floor alight with color.
    Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of ribbon
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