chapter 13 FM114

alloyed

A homogeneous mixture or solid solution of two or more metals,

small leather goods

a category that includes wallets, key cases chains, jewelry cases, briefcases, cellphone cases

vermeil

a composite of gold over sterling silver

carat

a measure of weight of precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams

sterling silvers

a term used for jewelry and flatware with at least 92.5 parts of silver, remaining are usually copper

synthetic stones

chemically identical to real stones, combination with 14-carat gold and sterling silver

fashion accessories categories

footwear, handbags, gloves, hats neckwear, eyewear, jewelry

ethnic jewelry

included pieces from all over the world, can be made of shells, stones, wood, fabrics -wearing religious symbols -Museums carry a lot

shoes

made with lasts, wooden items resembling shoe trees; built around the last and can involve as many as 300 separate operations

costume/fashion jewelry

mass-produced jewelry made of brass of other base metals, plastic, wood, or glass and set with simulated or non precious stones

bridge jewelry

merchandise ranging from costume to fine jewelry in price, materials, and newness of styling

rack trade

refers to manufacturers of belts sold as separate fashion accessor items

minaudieres

s a women's fashion accessory, generally considered a jewelry piece, intended to substitute for an evening bag

outpost

small accessory departments located next to apparel departments or near store entrances, moveable kiosks, carts, racks

cut-up-trade

sold as part of a dress, skirt, trouser

millinery

the womens hat industry

self belt

with brands and sometimes buckles covered in the same fabric as the apparel item which they are sold