It's Back! Big, Bold and Beautiful Trimming

Designer Mark D. Sikes - The Master of Bullion Sofa Fringe

Fabulous Bullion Fringe on Lavender Living Room Table Skirt - Gorgeous

Emerald Green Tassel Fringe ala Meg Braff - Charming

 I have always considered trimming to be like that gorgeous statement piece of jewelry: It turns heads, elevates a little black dress (or a beige sofa) to high style and elicits compliments and envy among fellow fashionistas.  The good news for my fellow trimming fans is that it is back!

I recently attended an event at the Washington Design Center where Mr. John Hoshko, the Sales Manager for the famed passementerie house, Samuel & Sons’, shared the latest trimming trends.  Mr. Hoshko revealed that wide tape and fringe - especially bullion - have returned in a big way and the tieback has made a resurgence. The colors are crisper and clearer and bolder. Music to my ears.

 Mr. Hoshko’s observations echoed what many are saying in the interior design world - that maximalism and color are starting to give clean, white minimalism a run for the money.  In celebration of this good news, I am sharing some of my favorite trimmed design elements.  Not to worry, this is not your grandmother’s fringe.  It is fresh and modern and fabulous.  

Designer Tip:

And remember, if custom work is not in your budget, you can try adding a beautiful trimming to an off-the-shelf drapery panel or table skirt.  It will elevate the style and customize your pieces on a budget.

 Enjoy!

My Favorite Trim Inspiration:

Mark D. Sikes at It Again- Fabulous Bullion Sofa Fringe. Does Anyone Do it Better?

Beautiful Trimming Applied to Sofa and Drapery in Tory Burch’s New York Office - Elegant

Wide Drapery Trim- Modern and Fresh

Danielle Rollins Feminine Bedroom with Soft Trimming - Romantic

The Grand Finale: Green Silk Taffeta and Leopard Accented with Wide Greek Key Trim, Topped Off with a Gold Tassel Tie Back courtesy of Ken Fulk and the Kips Bay Decorator Show House - Show Stopping