Samuel & Sons Trim Guide: Luxury Passementerie, Fringe, Tassels and Decorative Borders
Samuel & Sons trim is recognized throughout the interior design world for its extraordinary craftsmanship, extensive color selection and ability to transform an upholstered piece, window treatment or decorative accessory. From tailored borders and braided cords to elaborate tassel fringe, the company offers luxury passementerie for traditional, transitional and contemporary interiors.
The complete Samuel & Sons collection is available to order through The WorkRoom by request. Because of manufacturer display restrictions, Samuel & Sons products are not shown for direct online purchase on our website. Customers can browse the current collections on the official Samuel & Sons website and then contact our team for pricing, availability, samples and ordering assistance.
Explore Samuel & Sons trims available by request
What Is Samuel & Sons Known For?
Samuel & Sons is a premier source for luxury decorative trim and passementerie. The brand offers thousands of distinctive designs made from materials that include silk, linen, cotton, wool, viscose, jute, velvet, metallic yarns, wood and other specialty elements.
Its extensive portfolio includes:
Decorative tape and fabric borders
Braids and gimp trim
Brush, bullion and tassel fringe
Cords, piping and lip cord
Chair tassels and key tassels
Drapery tiebacks and holdbacks
Rosettes, frogs and decorative embellishments
Performance trims
Semi-custom and custom passementerie
These finishing details are frequently specified by interior designers, architects, upholsterers and professional workrooms for luxury residential and hospitality projects.
What Is Passementerie?
Passementerie is the art of creating ornamental textile trimmings such as fringe, tassels, cords, braids, borders and rosettes. Historically associated with elaborate European interiors, passementerie is now used across a much broader range of design styles.
A narrow geometric border can give a modern drapery panel a crisp, tailored edge. A dimensional tassel fringe can bring movement and character to a traditional sofa. Even a simple cord around a pillow can create a more polished, custom-made appearance.
Samuel & Sons combines these established decorative traditions with contemporary colors, materials and patterns, making its trims suitable for everything from formal rooms to relaxed coastal interiors.
Types of Samuel & Sons Trim
Decorative Borders and Tape Trim
Samuel & Sons borders and tapes are among the most versatile choices for interior decorating. They can be applied vertically along the leading edge of drapery, used to outline a Roman shade or sewn across a pillow or upholstered panel.
Available styles range from understated grosgrain and velvet borders to embroidered, geometric, Greek key and appliqué designs.
Fringe
Samuel & Sons fringe adds texture, movement and dimension. Depending on the design, fringe may be subtle and tailored or richly decorative.
Popular categories include:
Brush fringe
Bullion fringe
Tassel and ball fringe
Fan-edge and skirt fringe
Chainette fringe
Wood fringe
Glass and novelty fringe
Fringe can be used on pillows, sofas, ottomans, curtains, valances, lampshades and upholstered furniture.
Cords and Piping
Decorative cord provides a refined finish around cushions, pillows, upholstery seams and drapery edges. Samuel & Sons offers twisted cords, lip cords, piping and specialty constructions in an extensive assortment of colors and materials.
Cord is an excellent choice when a project needs definition without the visual weight of a wide border or fringe.
Braids and Gimp
Braids and gimps are narrow decorative trims traditionally used to conceal upholstery seams or finishing tacks. They can also add a precise line of color or pattern to furniture, pillows and window treatments.
Samuel & Sons braids range from classic woven constructions to contemporary patterns that work well in modern and transitional rooms.
Tassels, Tiebacks and Holdbacks
Samuel & Sons tassels and tiebacks bring a distinctive decorative finish to drapery, cabinetry and furniture. Options include chair tassels, key tassels, elaborate drapery tiebacks, rosettes and sculptural embellishments.
These pieces can serve as subtle accents or become jewelry-like focal points within a room.
How to Decorate With Samuel & Sons Trim
Decorative trim can make standard furnishings look more tailored and intentionally designed. Some of the most effective applications include:
Drapery and Roman Shades
Add a woven border to the leading edge of curtain panels or use tape trim to frame a Roman shade. This introduces color and pattern without requiring a fully patterned fabric.
Designer Pillows
Finish a pillow with cord, brush fringe or tassels to create a custom look. A contrasting trim can define the pillow’s shape, while a coordinating color produces a softer, more layered effect.
Upholstered Furniture
Use gimp to conceal upholstery seams, apply fringe along the base of an ottoman or add a decorative border to the outside back of a chair. Always confirm that the selected trim is appropriate for the intended upholstery application.
Lampshades and Accessories
Narrow borders, cords and fringes can transform lampshades, fabric-covered boxes and other decorative accessories. These smaller applications are also an approachable way to introduce statement passementerie.
Walls and Architectural Details
Decorative borders may be used creatively on fabric wall panels, moldings and other architectural surfaces. The result can resemble an inlaid or hand-finished design detail.
How to Choose the Right Decorative Trim
Begin by considering the trim’s scale, color, material and intended use.
A wide or dimensional fringe will naturally attract more attention than a narrow cord. Silk, velvet and metallic materials create a formal effect, while linen, cotton, jute and wood can feel more relaxed or organic. Geometric tape trim lends itself to tailored and contemporary rooms, while tassels and ornate braids complement more decorative interiors.
Before ordering, confirm:
Trim width and overall dimensions
Pattern repeat
Fiber content and construction
Colorway
Recommended application
Required yardage
Cutting or ordering minimums
Current availability and lead time
We recommend requesting a sample when available, particularly when matching a trim to fabric, wallpaper or an existing interior. Colors and textures can appear different on a screen than they do in person.
How Much Samuel & Sons Trim Do I Need?
Measure every area where the trim will be applied and include additional material for corners, pattern matching, joins and installation. Upholstery and window-treatment applications may require extra yardage depending on construction.
Your upholsterer, installer or workroom should confirm final measurements before an order is placed. Because designer trim is cut specifically for each order, it is important to calculate the required quantity carefully.
How to Order Samuel & Sons Trim Through The WorkRoom
Samuel & Sons trims are available from The WorkRoom by request only and cannot be displayed for direct purchase online because of manufacturer restrictions.
To request pricing or place an order:
Browse the current collections at the official Samuel & Sons website.
Record the pattern name, item number and colorway.
Send the information and required quantity to sales@theworkroom.llc.
We will confirm pricing, availability, applicable minimums and estimated lead time.
Once the details are approved, we will assist you with completing the order.
You may also call 800-497-8042 or text 725-300-3585. We assist homeowners, interior designers and professional workrooms throughout the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Samuel & Sons trim?
The complete Samuel & Sons line can be ordered by request through authorized retailers such as The WorkRoom. Contact us with the pattern, color and quantity you need, and we will confirm the ordering details.
Can I buy Samuel & Sons trim online?
Samuel & Sons products are not displayed for direct online purchase on The WorkRoom website because of manufacturer restrictions. However, you can browse the manufacturer’s website and order any current design through our team by email, telephone or text.
Is Samuel & Sons trim sold by the yard?
Many Samuel & Sons borders, braids, cords and fringes are priced and sold by the yard. Tassels, tiebacks and individual embellishments may be sold by the piece or pair. Minimum quantities or cutting requirements may apply.
Can I request a Samuel & Sons trim sample?
Sample availability varies by collection, item and current inventory. Contact The WorkRoom with the complete product information, and we will check the available sampling options.
Does Samuel & Sons offer custom trim?
Samuel & Sons offers semi-custom and custom passementerie programs for qualifying projects. Options and requirements depend on the design, materials, color and quantity requested.
Can homeowners order Samuel & Sons through The WorkRoom?
Yes. The WorkRoom assists homeowners, interior designers, decorators and professional workrooms with Samuel & Sons product inquiries and orders.
Order Samuel & Sons Trims From The WorkRoom
Whether you need a tailored tape for drapery, a coordinating cord for designer pillows, an ornate tassel fringe or a custom decorative detail, Samuel & Sons offers exceptional possibilities for creating a beautifully finished interior.
View our Samuel & Sons ordering page, email sales@theworkroom.llc, call 800-497-8042, or text 725-300-3585 for pricing and availability.
