Houndstooth print

When choosing the color of clothes or becoming a fan of a certain print, we rarely think about its meaning. But some patterns and ornaments have very interesting origins. The so-called “houndstooth” print, which burst into fashion in the first decades of the 20th century, does not lose its relevance to this day, continuing to inspire designers to new interpretations.

The unusual interweaving of wool threads of two colors - white and black - creates an intricate pattern, as if consisting of abstract polygons.

Coco Chanel began using it in her women's collections in the 1920s, followed by Christian Dior who showed interest in houndstooth. Princess Diana was a big fan of the houndstooth print. Always stylish, she skillfully combined pieces with this pattern, made in different colors, which also contributed greatly to the popularization of houndstooth as “the choice of aristocrats.” Since then, many fashion houses over the years have turned to Glen weaving (another name is “Prince of Wales check”).
The secret of popularity

The initially black and white pattern underwent various changes over time: the polygons that made it up changed size, and the two-color scheme was replaced by the brightest combinations.

Stylists skillfully play with the optical effects of the houndstooth print: a small black and white print, especially located diagonally, can make the silhouette slimmer, and to add volume, fabric with a deliberately large pattern is used, including in brighter colors.
The fashion for crow's feet these days

In an office wardrobe, the houndstooth print will add sophistication to basic items such as a jacket, formal dress pants, a dress or a pencil skirt.

Set off an accent wardrobe item with monochromatic items and laconic jewelry - and your image will say a lot about your subtle sense of style.

A timeless classic - black and white houndstooth combined with the colors of the same name - will never let you down.