edgings on garments made from fur or fine cloth, originating in 12th century.
a long band, generally decorated, which edged the fronts of gowns; narrow on the bodice and broadening on the lower gown.
Components cut to the same shape as garment parts and applied primarily to neaten raw edges. Facings are usually applied to the inside of a garment but may be applied to the face of the garment in order to produce a visible and/or decorative finish.