Once a nostalgic trim, fringe has evolved into a fashion-forward statement, bringing motion, texture, and drama to interiors. From couture-inspired seating to lighting that glows through strands of chainmail, fringe is the detail redefining luxury at the very edge.
Plisse Square Pouf by Lorenza Bozzoli
The Mood: Fringe Shift
On the fringe— less nostalgic trim, more a sculptural flourish that animates interiors. It sways, it shimmers, it catches the light. Our fringe edit leans couture over craft: directional, elegant, and unapologetically glamorous. Once minimalism held sway, fringe now whispers decadence with an irreverent nod.
Yale Wall Sconce by Arteriors
Where We're Seeing It
- Lighting: Tiered fringe shades cast a halo glow, elongating silhouettes and diffusing light.
- Seating: Club chairs and stools edged in bullion or skirts — tailored, tonal, and crisp.
- Tables & Storage: Under-table aprons, console lips, mirror edges—fringe turns quiet forms into statements.
- Soft Goods: Dense fringe frames upholstery with couture polish; long feels luxe, micro reads modern.
Arcipelago Suspension Lamp by Contardi
Designers Defining The Look
A handful of brands are shaping fringe’s modern moment. Lorenza Bozzoli treats it like fashion—bold tiers of color and movement straight from the runway. Contardi turns strands into atmosphere, filtering light into a cinematic glow. Arteriors takes a restrained approach, pairing clean geometry with tactile trims. And Fratelli Boffi, ever the provocateur, places fringe where you least expect it—on cabinets, tables, sculptural forms—elevating craft with a wink.
Tropique Dining Chair by Gubi
Styling the Movement
Fringe works best as the star, not the chorus. A chandelier dripping in tiers, a velvet chair with a tailored hem, a console skirted in strands—one piece can set the tone for the entire room. Keep palettes intentional: tonal neutrals—ivory, beige, camel—bring chic adaptability, while jewel tones lean into drama. Pair with grounded materials—travertine, smoked glass, ribbed wood—for balance. And always give fringe space to move: it needs air, light, and just enough attention to let interiors seduce, surprise, and, occasionally, swing.
