Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Beyond The Fringe

I am pleased to present Guest Blogger Michiko, a contributor for Houzz, a site we all love for the incredible design resource it has become with the largest collection of interior design and decorating ideas on the Internet. Michiko talks about fringe...


Too long has fringe been the ornamental afterthought of interior design. Often it's tasseled into manageable groups or cut to the safe side of "just enough." When fringe enters the equation it should add more than just a finishing touch. After all, the word itself is synonymous with the edge of acceptable. The time has come to banish the implication of tradition in fringe from your rugs, lamps and throws. I'm calling for a comeback. Here are a few ways to bring fringe into bedrooms, living rooms, closets and beyond.

bedrooms modern bedroom

Drama simply melts from the pendants in this bedroom by San Diego interior design firm Suite 102. It’s a shock of color, but the thin cords are all about the silhouette they cast and don’t overpower the balance of the room. I see this as a simple bedroom DIY project for a rainy afternoon and lackluster lights.

Lakefront Residence traditional closet

Speaking of DIY projects, I wonder how many sleepy ottomans would wake up instantly when dressed in chic, coordinating fringe. Take those strands all the way to floor for proper impact, as shown in this stylish closet by Chicago interior designer Jessica Lagrange. Think of it this way — the same way bangs hide a pimple, this hides beat-up legs and those shoes you always meant to put away.

Loft shots eclectic living room

That ironed-flat fringe look is meant to frame your face, not your area rug. Piled up at each end, fringe draws attention to the rug in this eclectic living room. The ends can be frayed or different lengths and it doesn’t age the piece. In fact, it lends a little attitude.

When decorating with fringe from now on, remember the real meaning of the word and don’t give in to oxymoronic safety. Always turn it up to eleven and be daring in your usage! What pieces could use an accent to make them relevant to the room again? Fringe is a easily manipulated medium from color to length to density, so I’m certain the design can fit any space.

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