grosgrain
noun
gros·grain
ˈgrō-ˌgrān 
: a strong close-woven corded fabric usually of silk or rayon and often with cotton filler compare grogram
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Ferrera kept things chic in a custom black tuxedo with a grosgrain peak lapel.
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Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 10 Jan. 2024
Wrap pieces of satin, velvet, or grosgrain ribbon (5/8-inch or narrower) around the ball at equal intervals, securing the ribbons' ends with hot glue at the bottom of the ornament.
—Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023
The adjustable strap is made from nylon grosgrain with a pretty sheen that complements the fleece material and measures 41.7 inches when fully extended.
—Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 18 Oct. 2023
Window treatments: Suzanne Tucker Home. Chair: upholstered in Jasper Fabrics, trimmed in Samuel & Sons French grosgrain.
—Christina Pérez, House Beautiful, 13 July 2023
Vines of flowers twine over shoulders and across bodices with a naturalistic grace; pale peach ostrich feathers are manipulated into delicate wisps cinched with small grosgrain bows.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 9 Sep. 2023
Whether satin, velvet, or grosgrain (a favorite of Sarah Jessica Parker), the beauty of this trend is the ribbon doesn’t have to be a decadent hair accessory tied into a perfect miniature bow.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2023
The grosgrain ribbon mat (available in red, dark gray, and white) introduces unexpected yet timeless texture, drawing more attention to the meaningful moment framed inside.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2023
Make the wreath: Cut 150 6-inch-long strips of 2-inch-wide black grosgrain ribbon.
—Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 9 Aug. 2023
Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 10 Jan. 2024
Wrap pieces of satin, velvet, or grosgrain ribbon (5/8-inch or narrower) around the ball at equal intervals, securing the ribbons' ends with hot glue at the bottom of the ornament.
—Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Nov. 2023
The adjustable strap is made from nylon grosgrain with a pretty sheen that complements the fleece material and measures 41.7 inches when fully extended.
—Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 18 Oct. 2023
Window treatments: Suzanne Tucker Home. Chair: upholstered in Jasper Fabrics, trimmed in Samuel & Sons French grosgrain.
—Christina Pérez, House Beautiful, 13 July 2023
Vines of flowers twine over shoulders and across bodices with a naturalistic grace; pale peach ostrich feathers are manipulated into delicate wisps cinched with small grosgrain bows.
—Rachel Tashjian, Washington Post, 9 Sep. 2023
Whether satin, velvet, or grosgrain (a favorite of Sarah Jessica Parker), the beauty of this trend is the ribbon doesn’t have to be a decadent hair accessory tied into a perfect miniature bow.
—Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2023
The grosgrain ribbon mat (available in red, dark gray, and white) introduces unexpected yet timeless texture, drawing more attention to the meaningful moment framed inside.
—Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Sep. 2023
Make the wreath: Cut 150 6-inch-long strips of 2-inch-wide black grosgrain ribbon.
—Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 9 Aug. 2023
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“Grosgrain.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grosgrain. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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