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Bib Necklace is a type/kind of necklace that covers the decollete similar to a handkerchief necklace. The Bib Necklace curves partly around the neck and can be symmetrical or asymmetrical. Likewise, a Bib Necklace is described as having several rows of jewels, beads, crystals and other ornaments, sometimes even made from textile flowers and buttons in a cascading design along the Collar bone, hence, a Bib Necklace is also sometimes referred to as Cascading Necklace.

A Bib Necklace which is also known as a Collarette is a short necklace with flowing orn

Bibis refers to any small elegant Hat which was originally the name for a tight fitting Bonnet with lace and decoration.

Bindi refers to an Indian accessory generally worn on the forehead. Bindi comes in different colors and shapes and is made of varied materials lik beads, stones, felt, etc. However,

Birefraction is a term used in jewellery that refers to the difference between the lowest and highest refractive indices in doubly refractive gemstones.

Birkin Bag refers to a handbag created in 1984 by Hermes for British-born actress and singer Jane Birkin, who wanted a bigger, easier-to-handle bag in which to carry her many things.

Birrus refers to garments made of rough cloth that formed a hooded cloak worn by the Romans of all classes.

Birthstone refers to an assigned stone to the months of the year. Every woman likes to possess a jewelry with their birthstone, as it symbolized their birth month.

In the 1930's, t

Deutsch: Bischofskragen / Español: cuello obispo / Português: colarinho bispo / Français: col bishop / Italiano: colletto vescovo

Bishop collar refers to a style of clothing collar that is characterized by its long and full appearance, often gathered at the neck. This type of collar is most commonly seen in women's fashion, particularly in blouses and dresses.