In a pinch, clothing and accessories often go over well, Ms. Coleman says.

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Antea's gold chain and the lush marten fur draped over one of her shoulders (an emblem of fertility) were equally symbolic, although Ms Neilson is careful to note that courtesans favoured such accessories too.

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Ms. Lederman's favorite "new trends" in accessories include beaded bottle covers, which she said were particularly big right now.

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