Wednesday, May 2, 2012

5Ws of... All the Trimmings


 
What: Decorative trim, or pasementerie as it is known in French, includes a range of fabrics that enhance other fabrics.  Familiar trims include bullion, thick, twisted fringe; gimp, open braiding on upholstery; and ruche, strips of fabric used as upholstery or curtain trim.


When: In the 16th century, the Guild of Passementiers was created in France.  They were known’s as “passementiers’ and an apprenticeship of seven years was required to become a master in one of the subdivisions of the guild.


Where:  Good sources for trimmings range from Houles, for traditional, French-inspired pasementerie; to Kravet, for a range of designs from basics to fashion-forward (pictured above); to etsy for hand-crafted, couture-inspired pieces.  



Who:  Designer Lori Weitzner created a collection of trim for Samuel and Sons that incorporates jade, rose quartz, hammered metal and more organic elements into chic, sophisticated fringes, tiebacks and tassels.


Why: “A beautiful trim can take a room out of the mundane into a different echelon.” – Designer Joanna Wood, via Suite101

Images (from top): 1: House Beautiful; 2: Elle Decor; 3: Kravet; 4: Interior Design; 5: Town & Country Travel.

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