paillettes

/pajɛt/paillette
1.
nounfemininePlur

glitter (small shiny particles used for decoration)

sequin (small reflective disk sewn on clothing)

Elle a mis des paillettes sur ses paupières pour la soirée.

She put glitter on her eyelids for the party.

2.
nounfemininePlur

glitz; sparkle; showbiz glamour (figurative)

Il est venu à Paris pour les paillettes et la vie plus brillante.

He came to Paris for the glitz and the more glamorous life.