Kitchen, home and fashion glossary

The terms we use on our product pages, explained in one sentence. Hover over the underlined words of any product to see them instantly.

Terms starting with «S»

Materials

Flexible material that withstands −40 to 230 °C. It does not scratch, keeps no smells and cleans in the dishwasher.

Materials

Chromium steel that does not rust or flavour food. Dishwasher safe and built to last for decades.

Fashion

Alloy with 92.5% silver (925 hallmark). The rest, usually copper, gives it the hardness pure silver lacks.

Materials

Ceramic fired above 1,200 °C: it does not absorb liquids, resists knocks and is microwave and dishwasher safe.

Fashion

Neckline with no straps or sleeves that leaves the shoulders bare; the bodice is held by inner seams and boning.