Trimming of the edges
Often an edge or seam is trimmed with fur, but also with other materials such as cotton and wool. Edgings of this kind are added to prevent the border from curling up, but also as decoration.

Fur garments often have a fur edging on the cuffs, which can be turned outwards. In order to display the beautiful fur, the edging is set back to front into the sleeve (i.e., with the hair inside). When the sleeve is turned back, the hair side shows. The colour giving the greatest contrast provides the most decorative effect.

Asta Jonathansen trying a new, warm suit on her granddaughter. Asta made the suit from hand-sewn dog fur (Photo: Cunera Buijs, 1985).

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