sautoir
Americannoun
plural
sautoirs-
a ribbon, chain, scarf, or the like, tied around the neck in such a manner that the ends cross over each other.
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a chain to which a pendant is attached, worn around the neck.
Etymology
Origin of sautoir
From French, dating back to 1935–40; see origin at saltire
Example Sentences
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The flapper’s boyish silhouette became the ideal, leading to the popularity of the sautoir, a long necklace often ending in a tassel, strung with tiny pearls or gemstones, that nestled against the breastbone.
From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2021
A dangling tassel is the focus of this new jewel-encrusted convertible sautoir, which can be worn nine ways, including as a brooch, pendant or choker, and features a 10-carat antique cushion-cut ruby from Mozambique.
From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2021
The exhibition “Bvlgari, the story, the dream” includes the diamond-and-sapphire sautoir necklace that Hollywood star Richard Burton gave Elizabeth Taylor during their stormy love affair.
From Washington Times • Jun. 25, 2019
For her 40th birthday in 1972, Elizabeth Taylor received a Bulgari sautoir from her husband, Richard Burton, who tended to express his passion in carats.
From New York Times • Aug. 17, 2017
Strong lines, vibrant color and quirky details such as a modernist sautoir necklace worn against a beautifully minimal, high neck, ivory silk seamed knit dress, were highlights.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2015
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