Nine ways to add dimension to your wardrobe with fringing
Swish. Swish. Nothing quite beats the frippery of fringing. Useful for nothing apart from visual interest, its function is sheer indulgence. Maybe that's why it's such a hard sell.
Close your eyes. What comes to mind? A socialite—Martini in hand—draped across a chaise lounge. Two mysterious strangers dancing Flamenco in a café. Popping down to your local for a drink. That last one didn't make the cut, did it?
But wait. It doesn't have to be so binary.
Fringing, despite its reputation, possesses a certain utility – adding dimension to an outfit. & Other Stories' wispy eyelash fringing reimagines staples like a blazer without extra fabric fuss. Similarly, where Sandro's tassel hem dress is vacation-ready, Zara's knit skirt proves whimsy can be office-ready.
Want to upgrade your monochrome separates? Look to M&S for inspiration with its simple yet stylish reworking of the t-shirt top. Should the thought of a freak summer shower and soggy tassels dampen your ardour, Mint Velvet's red fringe straw bag provides just the right amount of escapism.
For that matter, making a dash for it in a pair of MSGM raffia mules counts too.
As for reality checks, there is the small matter of laundering. Depending on the style (long tassels or thick tufts), section off the fringe using hair ties or create one loose knot. Put the garment into a pillowcase or zippered laundry bag and wash on a short, cold cycle.
And remember; always dry on a clothes horse – never in the dryer.
Swish. Swish. You'll be glad you did.
M&S Collection top and trousers, earring and sunglasses
M&S Collection top €50, M&S Collection trousers €65, earrings €17.50, sunglasses €20, all M&S
M&S €50 and €65, €17.50 and €20 (all M&S)
Fringe hem skirt
Zara, €45.95
Fringed and beaded maxi dress
Fringed and beaded maxi dress, Sandro, €275
Sandro, €275
Long necklace with tassels
Long necklace with tassels, Parfois, €49.99
Parfois, €49.99
MSGM mules
MSMG mules, Zalando, €223
Zalando, €223
Fringed blazer
Fringed blazer, & Other Stories, €149
& Other Stories, €149
AllSaints 'Aisha' leather foil skirt
AllSaints 'Aisha' leather foil skirt, Zalando, €339
Zalando, €339
Fringe straw bag
Fringe straw bag, Mint Velvet, €170
Mint Velvet, €170
Cotton-blend textured fringe jumper
Cotton-blend textured fringe jumper, M&S, €57
M&S, €57
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