A word which means something that is now only for looks

English Language & Usage Asked on June 21, 2021

What is a word for a design element which used to have utility but now is used only for aesthetics? Ex: plastic "shutters" around some house windows, rivets on jeans, bead board.

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The word I was looking for is "skeuomorph".

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