Thanks for the input!
I don't think this is simply chainette (perhaps a type of chainette), as all the chainette I've seen online is seamed only on one side. Maybe the other side has a loose seam to keep it tidy on the spool, but it comes out easily. I've seen this type of fringe on a dress in...
I'm a dancer who has been sewing dancesport dresses for over a year now. My skill level is at the point where I want to go beyond functional and experiment with different styles and materials. Most materials I find I can research pretty easily on the internet, but there's one I just can't find...