Check Fabric

Checked fabric is a woven pattern comprising crossed horizontal and vertical bars in two or more colors. Checked cloth has traditionally been connected with a certain region of Scotland or other places. Every wardrobe has a variety of plaids and checks. However, few people distinguish between a buffalo check and a tartan plaid. Many designers mix the phrases "plaid" and "check," yet these are two very distinct sorts of surface patterns.

Commonly Used Types of Checks

Gingham - Gingham is one of the most well-known check patterns, with a white backdrop and one additional color. White on white vertical and horizontal stripes are always the same color.

Buffalo Check - The Buffalo Check, like gingham, is as American as apple pie. This huge two-toned design resembled your standard checkerboard and was originally worn by loggers because of its high visibility.

Shepherd's Check - Shepherd's check has a twill weave, making the fabric look like gingham. Shephard's check is typically made of flannel or suiting fabric, making it an excellent choice for light outerwear.

Houndstooth Check - Despite its Swedish origins, houndstooth is a variation on Shephard's Check, with the squares notched and pointed to resemble a canine tooth. This check is normally seen in black and white during the fall season, but it is now available in various colors that you may wear all year!

Mini-Check - Mini-check is a little check pattern that looks similar to gingham but is significantly smaller. Mini-checks are popular in suiting materials.

Pin Check - Pin checks are similar to mini-checks but significantly smaller. Indeed, the squares formed by this design are so small that they resemble tiny dots. As pin checks are simple yet classy, this discreet pattern provides a fantastic accent.

Graph Check - The Graph Check is similar to graph paper! This pattern comprises pencil-thin, single-colored lines that cross evenly to make individual squares.

Window Pane Check - Windowpane checks seem like window panes, but they're similar to graph checks, albeit slightly larger. Window panes and graph checks both have a minimalist aesthetic.

Tattersall - This check is similar to a graph or a windowpane, except the lines alternate in color, making it more visually dynamic.