Embellishment (noun)

1. The action or process of adding decorative or ornamental details to something.
2. Something added to beautify or decorate something else.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french embelissement, from bel "fair, lovely" + -issement, from the verb assir "make, become".

Examples:

1. The dress was simple, but the embellishment of the beading around the neckline made it special.
2. The embellishments on the cake included fresh flowers and gold leaf.
3. The artist added embellishments to the painting to make it more visually appealing.
4. The embellishments on the guitar included intricate inlays and ornate gold hardware.
5. The story was interesting, but the embellishments added by the storyteller made it even more captivating.