1
: a flexible loop that serves as a fastening, support, or reinforcement
2
: an eyelet of firm material to strengthen or protect an opening or to insulate or protect something passed through it
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This season’s belt trends come in contrasts: quiet luxury evolving into modern refinement and a nod to aughts-era toughness with studs, grommets, and bold silver hardware.
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Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024
Just be sure to look for liners topped with rust-resistant metal grommets because a trail of rust streaking your liner can be very unsightly!
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—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024
In the footwear space, keep a close eye on edgy moto boots and loafers with laced-up grommets.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024
But Take Note While not as easy to hang as curtains with metal grommets, these have nearly 2-inch pockets that allow a rod to slide through with little effort.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 10 Sep. 2024
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Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 30 Oct. 2024
Just be sure to look for liners topped with rust-resistant metal grommets because a trail of rust streaking your liner can be very unsightly!
4.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024
In the footwear space, keep a close eye on edgy moto boots and loafers with laced-up grommets.
—Talia Abbas, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2024
But Take Note While not as easy to hang as curtains with metal grommets, these have nearly 2-inch pockets that allow a rod to slide through with little effort.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 10 Sep. 2024
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“Grommet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grommet. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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