Black Herringbone Braid — Precision Trim for Discerning Makers
There is a reason experienced sewists, costume designers, and garment makers always keep a narrow woven braid in their trim collection. At 7 mm wide, this black herringbone braided trim occupies the perfect sweet spot — substantial enough to read as a design detail, slim enough to finish the most delicate edges without any bulk.
The herringbone weave gives this braid a refined, structured texture — far more interesting than a plain black ribbon, but restrained enough to work across a wide range of styles from traditional ethnic garments to contemporary fashion and theatrical costumes.
18 meters per roll. Deep, consistent black throughout. Firm, flat construction that stays exactly where you put it.
Product Specifications
Detail Specification
Width 7 mm (~0.28 inches)
Length 18 meters (~19.7 yards)
Color Black
Style Herringbone woven gimp braid
Best For Garment finishing, costumes, lingerie, hair, craft
Applications
Saree & dupatta borders · Blouse necklines & hems · Lehenga & skirt finishing · Corset & bodice edging · Lingerie trim · Gothic & Victorian costume detail · Hair braiding & accessories · Bag & accessory finishing · Macrame & textile art · Scrapbooking · Gift packaging
Why This Trim?
The herringbone braid pattern is one of the oldest and most respected weave structures in textile craft. Its interlocking V-shaped weave creates a naturally strong, dimensionally stable trim that resists stretching and holds a clean straight line along any edge.
At 7 mm, this is the trim you reach for when a wider ribbon would overpower the design and a plain thread finish would look unfinished. It is especially effective as a piping detail on tailored garments, a border accent on ethnic wear, and a structural trim on corsets, bodices, and costume pieces.
Sews cleanly by machine or hand. Compatible with fabric glue for no-sew applications. Cut ends are firm and do not fray. Colour-fast and wash-stable.
In The Box:
1 x Black Herringbone Braided Lace Trim | 18 Meters | 7 MM Wide