Jul 31, 2019

Cambridge Strie Braids and Cords

Explore 100+ colors of tape trims and cords in the Cambridge Strie Braid from Samuel & Sons

While statement-making borders and fringes seem to garner all of the glory, especially in the social media spotlight, it’s these hard-working basics—strie braids and cords—that designers rely on every day to get the job done.

Make no mistake, these basics are anything but. Be it ribbing, a sheen, or a dry hand or texture, each of these essentials, though plain at a glance, bring something significant to the table—or, more likely, a chair. They can transform a design, taking your windows, upholstery, pillows and walls from ordinary to extraordinary.

You don't need pattern to pack a powerful punch with strie braids and cords. With the colors of Cambridge and a designer's eye, anything is possible. What they lack in pattern, these essentials make up for in versatility and their power to elevate a design in an instant.

The Cambridge Collection

A cornerstone collection, Cambridge features braids in two widths and a micro cord with tape.

Cambridge Strie Braid, 1.5" (38 MM) and 9/16" (13 MM)
1/8" (2.5 MM) Cord with Tape
100+ colors, from neutrals to saturated brights
Available in a range of 8 metallic colorways
Cambridge Strie Braids are woven of mercerized cotton and feature a subtle ribbed texture making them a versatile component of traditional to transitional and contemporary interiors.
The Cambridge Cord with Tape has a distinctive, refined weave and scale that gives a tailored look to upholstery and soft furnishings.

Cambridge Cord with Tape

Add a delicate detail to upholstery with the Cambridge Cord from Samuel & Sons as see here in a design by Brian Worthington and Associates.

Cambridge Cord with Tape, Design by Brian Worthington and Associates Photo by Alex Kotlik

Cambridge Strie Braid

Cambridge Strie Braid, Design by Robert Passal for the Kips Bay Show House

Because details matter...custom pillows from Robert Passal designed for the prestigious Kips Bay Show House are trimmed with Cambridge Cord from Samuel & Sons.

Cambridge Cord with Tape, Design by Robert Passal for the Kips Bay Show House

Custom pillow trimmed with Cambridge cord from Samuel & Sons, designed by Kneedler Fauchere.

Cambridge Cord with Tape, Design by Kneedler Fauchere

Custom upholstery trimmed with Cambridge cord from Samuel & Sons, designed by Kneedler Fauchere.

Cambridge Cord with Tape, Design by Kneedler Fauchere

Custom pillow trimmed with Cambridge cord from Samuel & Sons, designed by Kneedler Fauchere.

Cambridge Cord with Tape, Design by Kneedler Fauchere

Cambridge Cords frame our Sakiori Embroidered Border

Interior Design by Billy Ceglia for the Kips Bay Palm Beach Show House featuring draperies customized with the Cambridge Strie Braid from Samuel & Sons. Photo by Nicholas Mele.