Lavalier
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A lavalier is a type of jewelry, consisting of a pendant, sometimes with one stone, suspended from a necklace.
. Within the fashion world, the name was eventually shortened to "lavalier(e)". The lavalier can be recognized most for its drop (that usually consist of a stone and or a chandelier type of drop) which is attached to the chain and not attached by a bale.
', and are usually intended to clip onto the lapel at about the level of the pendant on a lavalier. They are most commonly used with a wireless pack strap on, on television and stage shows.
General jewelry
A lavalier is named for the type of pendant popularized by the Duchesse de la Vallière, a mistress of King Louis XIV of FranceLouis XIV of France
Louis XIV , known as Louis the Great or the Sun King , was a Bourbon monarch who ruled as King of France and Navarre. His reign, from 1643 to his death in 1715, began at the age of four and lasted seventy-two years, three months, and eighteen days...
. Within the fashion world, the name was eventually shortened to "lavalier(e)". The lavalier can be recognized most for its drop (that usually consist of a stone and or a chandelier type of drop) which is attached to the chain and not attached by a bale.
Other uses
A subset of personal microphones are also referred to as 'lavaliersLavalier microphone
A lavalier microphone or lavalier is a small electret or dynamic microphone used for television, theatre, and public speaking applications, in order to allow hands-free operation. They are most commonly provided with small clips for attaching to collars, ties, or other clothing...
', and are usually intended to clip onto the lapel at about the level of the pendant on a lavalier. They are most commonly used with a wireless pack strap on, on television and stage shows.