Glossary B

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.

Deutsch: Geburtsort / Español: Lugar de nacimiento / Português: Local de nascimento / Français: Lieu de naissance / Italiano: Luogo di nascita

In the fashion context, birthplace refers to the origin or geographical location where a fashion movement, style, designer, or brand was first established or became influential. It signifies the cultural or historical roots of a particular trend or fashion entity and often plays a crucial role in shaping the identity and aesthetic of fashion. A birthplace can refer to the city, country, or even a specific cultural environment that gave rise to important fashion innovations or iconic designers.

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, the British and U.S. jewelry industry experts assigned stones to the months of the year as follows:

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.

- Bishop Sleeve (Bishop's Sleeve) : Bishop Sleeve which is also called Bishop's Sleeve refers to a type of sleeve described as full below the elbow and gathered or left loose to drip at wrist.
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Also, Bishop Sleeve refers

Deutsch: Schwarz / Español: Negro / Português: Preto / Français: Noir / Italiano: Nero

Black is the color of coal, ebony, and of outer space. It is the darkest color,, the result of the absence of or complete absorption of light. It is the opposite of white and often represents darkness in contrast with light.

Black was one of the first colors used by artists in neolithic cave paintings.

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