noun
also pai·lette (ˈ)pī|(y)et, (ˈ)pä|yet, (ˈ)pā|(y)et, pəˈlet
( -s )
Etymology: French, from paille + -ette
1.
a. : one of usually several or many small shiny objects (as spangles, sequins, beads, jewels) applied in small loosely designed clusters as a decorative trimming (as on women's clothing or accessories or on theatrical costumes)
b. : a trimming made of paillettes
2. : a fabric (as of silk) so woven or treated as to give a shiny spangled effect