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What is the meaning of embroidery?
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Embroidery refers to the physical act of embroidering cloth, where one sews words or adornment into the fabric. It can also refer to the exaggeration of a description.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Mr Blackwell 1960s Maxi Dress with Embroidery
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Water Mill, NY
covered in elaborate embroidery highlighted with prong set rhinestones. It is fully lined in black silk
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Gianfranco Ferre raw silk patchwork embroidered pants, ss 2002
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
▪ Gianfranco Ferre raw silk patchwork evening pants
▪ Elaborate embroidery all-over in metal gold
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Early 2000s Italian Pants
Givenchy Dress with Appliques
By Givenchy
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous sheer black organza shift dress with large gold beads encased in elaborate embroidery
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
1960s Grey Skirt with Elaborate Bead Trim
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous grey wool skirt with elaborate beading around the hem. It has a 2 3/4 " waistband onto
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1960s Hong Kong Skirts
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag of gold seed beads with tri color cabochon and gilt bullion
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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
Antique Elaborately Embroidered 1920s Silk Jacket with Fringe
Located in Water Mill, NY
This is an elaborately embroidered 1920s black silk coat, jacket covered with gorgeous, colorful
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