2025, VOL. 11 ISSUE 2, PART H
Enhancing apparels: An aesthetic appeal to fashion and clothing with intricate trimmings
Author(s): Subarna Ghosh
Abstract:
Fashion and clothing have long served as an expressive medium, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. Enhancing apparel through intricate trimmings offers a unique avenue for innovation and creativity in the fashion industry. Trimmings, such as embroidery, lace, beads, sequins, and appliqué, not only add depth and texture but also elevate the visual allure of garments, transforming them into wearable art. This approach embraces a balance between tradition and modernity, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and design techniques to create captivating apparel. Out of so many trimmings available on the market, personally I am more fascinated by buttons. Especially the handmade embroidered button, using colorful threads (both cotton & silken), beads and zaris. Trimmings (Latkans & Buttons) add extra beauty to the clothing. These are the type of operative trimmings that are used as an integral part of garment. Trimmings such as zippers, draw cords, twill tapes, buttons, beads, and ribbons add unique visual elements to garments, making them more attractive to consumers. These embellishments can transform basic clothing into high-fashion pieces, which is particularly important in the competitive fashion industry. Apart from trimmings, using accessories in decorating clothing is another aspect to enhance the appeal of women’s wear. Thus, this paper focuses on the essentials of Fashion & Textile materials required for industry to enhance the apparels. The research investigates traditional and contemporary uses of trimmings across various fashion segments, emphasizing their role in craftsmanship, design innovation, and sustainable practices. By analyzing case studies from couture and ethnic fashion, as well as ready-to-wear collections, the paper highlights how decorative details not only elevate clothing design but also preserve artisanal skills and heritage. The findings underscore the importance of integrating aesthetic elements with purpose and intention, ultimately suggesting that trimmings serve as a bridge between tradition and modernity in global fashion narratives.
