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Bertha Collar refers to a deep, flat Collar that falls from neckline to shoulder opening at front or back.

Bertha Collar is also known as Bertha. (see Bertha)

Best Friend Necklaces refer to one of the 80's fashion trend - two (2) necklaces with two (2) halves of a heart which were worn by best friends, by two people, usually teenage girls who d

Best Stuff refers to the 19th century term for rabbit fur, including the backs and the best parts of the sides mixed togeth

Bethlehem Headdress refers to a truncated, cone-shaped cap, decorated with gold and silver coins and jewels. Worn with a veil. Bethlehem Headdress is an ancient Moslem headdress which

Betrothal Ring refers to metal rings without gemstone adornments given from a man to a woman to illustrate his intention to marry her. In the ancient Rome, it was called Annulus Pronu

Bias Ruffle refers to the edging made from circular pieces of fabric; a smooth at seam edge, fuller at Hem edge.

Bias Trim refers to self or contrasting fabric cut on diagonal grain and attached to edge.

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