High-End Trimmings – A Decorative Art Elevating Upholstery Fabrics

At SUSTY, we curate premium trimmings to bring excellence and character to interior spaces.

Braids, fringes, tiebacks, tassels, cartisanes… each detail enhances your curtains, cushions, and furniture with exceptional craftsmanship.

Thanks to our circular sourcing approach, we offer access to rare, end-of-line trimmings while promoting a responsible and elegant style of decoration.

What Is Trimmings? An Ancient and Precious Textile Art

Trimmings refer to all textile embellishments sewn or attached to interior decoration elements such as curtains, cushions, sofas, headboards, or antique chairs. This refined art includes braids, fringes, tiebacks, upholstery nails, key tassels, cartisanes, and other delicate finishes.

Born during the Renaissance, trimmings became a hallmark of French luxury. Specialized workshops, often located in the Lyon region or Île-de-France, continue to uphold this artisanal heritage today.

The Aesthetic Value of Trimmings in High-End Interior Design

For some, trimmings may appear as a mere detail — but in reality, they act as a rich decorative language. They define volumes, highlight lines, and turn a simple curtain into a textile statement.

• Braids provide structure to fabric edges.

• Fringes suggest motion and material richness.

• Tiebacks shape and rhythm curtain draping.

• Key tassels and cartisanes become ornamental jewels.

• Upholstery nails offer graphic, heritage-style accents.

Colors, materials, and finishes are limitless: silk, cotton, metallic or natural fibers, plain or multicolored weaves… Each ornament carries its own stylistic identity.

A French Craft at the Service of Sustainability and Textile Reuse

Highlighting trimmings is not just a matter of elegance — it’s also a way to preserve artisanal heritage. The production of these ornaments involves rare techniques passed down through generations.

In a textile reuse approach, trimmings take on new meaning: they enhance pre-existing fabrics or surplus upholstery textiles. A well-chosen braid can revive a vintage curtain; a fringe can update a thrifted armchair.

How to Choose the Right Trimmings – Advice for Professionals and Enthusiasts

Whether you're a decorator, upholsterer, or design enthusiast, selecting the right trimmings depends on several criteria:

• Usage: for curtains, seating, cushions, or decor objects

• Material: silk for elegance, cotton for versatility, linen for understated charm

• Color: contrasting or tone-on-tone, depending on the design project

• Style: classic, baroque, contemporary, or minimalist

It’s essential to choose high-quality trimmings with strong finishes that withstand time and use.