It sways, moving with the rhythm of every
shimmy and shake. It covers while also playing peek-a-boo with the skin that
lies beneath. This fixture of fashion is best known as fringe.
Fringe has made cameo appearances over
the course of history, playing backup to other design elements like embroidery,
rhinestones or tie dye. But it has also had its moments of playing a leading role,
such as the case with the Fall 2016 collections.
With roots in the ancient civilization of
Mesopotamia, fringe also has origins in Native American culture as means to
repel rain water. This practical use was adopted by America’s cowboys as they
faced the uncharted frontier.
