A method of finishing interior seams by wrapping each raw edge individually with lightweight bias tape, usually silk or cotton lawn. The binding is stitched to the right side of the seam allowance, folded over the edge, and stitched in the ditch from the front. It provides a clean, bulk-free interior for unlined jackets and high-end couture garments.
Heard on the job
We need a Hong Kong finish on the side seams of this unlined wool blazer to keep it looking clean on the hanger.
Insider tip
Always use a lightweight fabric for the binding to avoid adding unnecessary bulk to the seam allowance.
Also heard as
- Hong Kong seam
- bound edge