Stripes Pattern
Key Characteristics
- ✓Parallel bands of color in linear arrangement
- ✓Directional quality that influences spatial perception
- ✓Infinitely variable through width, color, and spacing
- ✓Creates visual order and structure in a space
- ✓One of the most universally compatible pattern types
- ✓Ranges from subtle tonal to bold high-contrast applications
Types & Variations
Common Materials
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Orient stripes vertically on curtains and walls to add height, or horizontally on long sofas and benches to emphasize width. Mix stripe scales within a room but maintain a shared color palette for cohesion. Use striped rugs to define zones within open floor plans.
💡 Pro Tip
Ticking stripes in navy or black on natural linen are one of the most versatile textile patterns in interior design. They pair effortlessly with virtually any other pattern, serve as a visual neutral, and work in both casual and formal settings.
Related Terms
Chevron Textile
A zigzag pattern formed by V-shapes that meet at continuous points, creating a bold and dynamic visual rhythm in fabric.
Plaid
A pattern consisting of criss-crossed horizontal and vertical bands of color, originating from Scottish Highland tartan traditions.
Geometric Pattern
A textile design based on mathematical shapes such as circles, triangles, squares, and hexagons arranged in repeating configurations.