Chevron Textile
Key Characteristics
- ✓Continuous V-shaped zigzag lines with aligned points
- ✓Creates strong directional visual movement
- ✓More geometric and precise than herringbone
- ✓Available in varying scales from subtle to bold
- ✓Effective in both monochrome and multi-color applications
- ✓Inherently modern and energetic visual quality
Types & Variations
Common Materials
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Use chevron on the floor as a rug to add energy without cluttering walls. On pillows, alternate chevron with solid colors to prevent visual fatigue. Vertical chevron on curtains can visually heighten a room while horizontal chevron widens a space.
💡 Pro Tip
Scale is crucial with chevron patterns. In small rooms, opt for narrow chevron stripes to avoid a dizzying effect. In larger spaces, oversized chevron creates a modern, graphic statement that reads as architectural rather than busy.
Related Terms
Herringbone Textile
A V-shaped weaving pattern resembling the skeleton of a herring fish, created by reversing the direction of the twill weave at regular intervals.
Stripes Pattern
A linear textile pattern of parallel bands in varying widths and colors, one of the most fundamental and versatile decorative motifs.
Geometric Pattern
A textile design based on mathematical shapes such as circles, triangles, squares, and hexagons arranged in repeating configurations.