Epaulettes are the ornamental shoulder pads seen on many [[military_uniform|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 [b]without fringe trim[/b], see [[shoulder boards]].

h4. See also
* [[aiguillette]]
* [[insignia]]
* [[plain epaulettes]]
* [[Tag group:Shoulders]]

h4.External Link

* "Wikipedia article":https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette
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