passamentaria
[pa-sa-men-ta-RI-a]
nounfemininepl: passamentarias
passementerie, trimming, braid work, ornamental trim
1. The craft or trade of making decorative trimmings, braids, ribbons, and ornamental bands used in clothing and upholstery
The passamentaria of the baroque period featured intricate gold and silver threads.
A passamentaria do período barroco apresentava fios de ouro e prata intrincados.
2. A shop or workshop where decorative trimmings and braids are sold or manufactured
She visited the passamentaria to find the perfect trim for her dress.
Ela visitou a passamentaria para encontrar o acabamento perfeito para seu vestido.
3. Collectively, the decorative trimmings, braids, ribbons, and ornamental bands themselves
The passamentaria on the furniture was carefully restored by the upholsterer.
A passamentaria do móvel foi cuidadosamente restaurada pelo estofador.
Passamentaria is a traditional craft with deep historical roots in Portuguese and Brazilian textile culture. It remains important in luxury fashion, upholstery, and heritage restoration. The term reflects the Portuguese influence on Brazilian vocabulary and is commonly encountered in antique restoration, theater costume design, and high-end fashion industries in both Brazil and Portugal.
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