epaulettes

Epaulettes are the ornamental shoulder pads seen on many military uniforms. Typically seen in soldiers from the Imperial era (1600s - 1800s). Frequently depicted with a fringe trim. The term is derived from a French word for "little shoulders".

For the rectangular strips attached on the shoulder part that bear the mark indicating certain rank or division without fringe trim, see shoulder boards.

See also

• aiguillette
• insignia
• plain epaulettes
• Tag group:Shoulders

External Link

• Wikipedia article

The following tags implicate this tag: single_epaulette (learn more).