ornamental trim

Fancy border detail

Ornamental trim is decorative edging or molding used to embellish surfaces, especially in architecture and sewing.

On buildings, it includes cornices, brackets, and carved details along rooflines or window frames: The Victorian house featured elaborate ornamental trim.

In fabric and clothing, it refers to ribbons, lace, or piping added for visual interest rather than function.

Related

scrollwork · gilded · gold leaf · baroque · carved · decorative · edging · scalloped edge · border · lacework · beading · appliqué · cornice · picture rail · fretwork · flourish · tassels · braiding

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Opposites
structural role

ornamental trimstructural support

Element bearing weight

foundation · framing · support column · joists · studs

design philosophy

ornamental trimbare essentials

Absolute minimum required

minimalist design · utilitarian design · clean lines · industrial look

Family

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Top 500,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G