TRIMMINGS AND

ACCESSORIES

OBJECTIVESDifferentiate trimmings and

accessoriesClassify items into trimmings

or accessoriesAppreciate the importance of

trimmings and accessories

Words to StudyOrnament- decorationEnhance- improves the quality or valueBias- a line diagonal to the grain of fabricBraid- a piece of cord or ribbon made of three or more strands woven togetherFringes- an ornamental border of threads left loose or formed into tassels or twists, used to edge clothing or material.Crochet- a method of making cloth or clothing by using a needle with a hook at the end to form and weave loops in a thread

Trimmings are the ornamental addition to a bare fabric

or a finished garment to enhance its appearance. Trimming details change continually, so you should study the trimming types and check if they are in fashion. Plan the trimming as integral part of the garment, not a last minute addition. Casual apparel, even in its simplicity, needs trimming in order to be complete. The common trimmings used in ladies’ apparel are as follows:

TRIMMINGS 1. Appliqué–.a

cut out design such as petal, leaves or figures that is sewn on to or otherwise applied to a piece of material.

2. Binding– a bias strip used to decorate an edge.

TRIMMINGS

TRIMMINGS Buttons–

pieces of bones, metals, glasses of various shapes having shank or holes.

TRIMMINGS 4.Embroide

ry– an ornamental needlework consisting of designs, work on fabric by hand or machine.

TRIMMINGS5. Frog

- loop fastening made of braid or cording.

TRIMMINGS

6. Gathers– fullness shirring consists of three or more rows of gather.

TRIMMINGS7. Lace– open work fabric made with bobbins, needles or hook and can be hand or machine made.

TRIMMINGS8. Loop– a fastening which extends beyond the finished edges used on closings with no lap.

TRIMMINGS9. Pocket– a piece of fabric applied to a garment to form a decoration.

TRIMMINGS10.Ribbon– a narrow fabric of silk or velvet used for trimming.

TRIMMINGS11. Rickrack– a flat woven zigzag braid in mercerized cotton or rayon

TRIMMINGS12. Ruffles–strips of cloth gathered or pleated as a trimming to finish edges.

TRIMMINGS13. Scallop– an edge finish made up of a series of semi-circles.

TRIMMINGS14. Tassel– consists of threads or braid of silk or other fiber hanging in loose fringes.

ACCESSORIES

are the articles that add completeness, convenience and attractiveness to one’s outfit. The following are the accessories used in dresses:

ACCESSORIES1. Bands– strips of fabric, ribbon or bias applied to edges or set into garments to finish or decorate.

2. Bracelet– ornamental chain for wrist and arm.

ACCESSORIES3. Brooch-a large ornamental pin placed in front of a dress.

ACCESSORIES4. Chocker– a short necklace worn closely around the neck.

ACCESSORIES5. Corsage– a bouquet of real or artificial flowers worn on the right shoulder or chest.

ACCESSORIES6. Handkerchief – a piece of cloth cotton, linen or silk usually square and decorated with lace and embroidery.

ACCESSORIES7. Hat – a shaped head covering, having crown and brim.

8. Hosiery– consists of hose and stockings.

ACCESSORIES9. Shoes–high-heeled or flat-closed footwear fitted for comfort, freedom and style.

10.Shawl- a piece or knitted or crocheted material worn around the shoulders.

ACCESSORIES11.Belt-a band of flexible material, as leather or cord for encircling the waist.

2.Bag-box of leather, fabric, plastic or the like held in the hand or carried by means of a handle.

ACCESSORIES13.Head-dress-a covering or decoration for the head such as headband, clips and crown.

ACCESSORIES

14.Scarf- a long broad strip of wool, silk, lace or other material worn around the neck.