Market Report:
Trimmings

As we near the holiday season, the word “trimming” takes on a whole new meaning, as people everywhere begin the process of trimming their trees and sprucing up their homes with holiday decor. Just as this holiday trim adds a special touch to any tree, trimmings have the same effect on window treatments—adding that unique touch that makes a window fashion truly one of a kind.

As Debi Schmitz of Expo International Inc. says, ““We feel that during this recession, people are looking for items that have a ‘wow’ factor and are uplifting. So many people are making subtle changes in their homes, and by changing their window coverings or accessories, they can avoid the remodel but still enjoy a fresh, new, fun look!”

While Expo International’s sales are still primarily in the earth tone blend of trims, Christine Hoffmann, director of marketing for Brimar, has seen a recent trend toward combining bright trimmings in purples, pinks, lime and orange with equally eye-catching fabrics.

Shown here: Tassel from Trimland USA.

The following companies offer a variety of trimmings:

Company; contact info; collection(s)	Materials; colorways; trim styles; price range; M=Manufacturer, F=Fabricator, D=Distributor, C=Converter
Brimar 800/274-1205 www.brimarinc.com Eye-Candy (from Brimar’s Decofuse brand)	Velvet, cotton, rayon, satin, beads. 8 colorways. Cord, gimps, tapes, bead fringe, pleated ribbon, rouche, tiebacks, tassels, embraces. Mid. D.
Expo International Inc. 800/542-4367 www.expointl.com Preshea Collection	Polyester/cotton/rayon. 4 colorways of complete collection (6 colorways of the 4-1/2” decorative beaded tassel trim, shown here). 3-1/2” Fiber Tassel, 3/8” Lip Cord, 1” Woven Gimp, 2” Brush Fringe, 4-1/2” Decorative Beaded Tassel Trim and 5” Bullion Fringe. Low–Mid. M.
Rose Lace & Braid 516/877-7980 www.RoseLace.com	Polyester, acrylic, rayon, wood, crystal, leather. 6 colorways. Fringe. Low, Low–Mid. M, D.
Trimland USA 631/667-2333 www.trimland.com Antique, Cavalier, Chenille, Amazonas, Ornamental, Fascination, Imagination, Exquisite I, Exquisite II, Exquisite Solar, Manufacturer’s Collection	Cotton, chenille, rayon, wood, crystal, leather, suede. Various colorways. Most collections have 50 different colorways. Medium and high-end trimmings, tiebacks, tassels, braids, rosettes, fringes, string curtains and curtain tapes. Most collections have 25–30 items. Mid–High. M.
Unique Wholesale Distributors 800/824-1277 www.uniquewholesale.net Conso	Polyester, acrylic, rayon and cotton 170 colorways. Fringe, tiebacks, braid. Mid–High. D.