Street Smart: New Ways With the Zigzag
The classic chevron is still electric. Here's how to bring its energizing updates home
Chevron patterns have been topping the trend charts for many seasons. And while some patterns look dated after reaching popularity status, the chevron pattern has pretty much become a classic. These ziggy stripes make a whimsical, bold statement.
Target:Dinner Plate Missoni
The wildly popular Missoni for Target collection includes home and fashion pieces in the iconic Missoni prints. Here's one of my favorites: a chevron plate in an earthy color palette.
Brita Sweden
I own this indoor/outdoor rug in blue. This Swedish-designed rug makes the perfect runner for a hallway or entryway. And here's a cool feature: it's actually machine washable.
Granny Chevron Blanket by royalsisters on Etsy
Cozy up to chevron. This colorful ziggy blanket warms up an all-white bed and adds a shot of personality to that beige sofa.
Inka Fig Queen bed quilt cover
Gray chevron bedding is something both he and she can get behind: the zigzag pattern has a whimsical vibe while the white-and-gray color palette is more masculine.
Ziggy Patterned Letterpress Notebook by pistachiopress
I like to keep a notebook in my bag just in case I need to jot something down (or some amazing idea comes to mind — you never know). Here's the perfect little notebook: a letterpress printed notebook with a chevron pattern and recycled paper by stationery favorite Pistachio Press.
Runners
A chevron runner is a simple way to set your table for a dinner party with a vibe that's distinctly modern and cool. This runner would also be a bold cover for a sideboard.
Sierra Wallpaper, Aubergine
Wallpaper is thankfully here to stay with so many fun, mod patterns, including this update on the classic chevron print. Other modern advances: the wallpaper is screen-printed using water-based ink and clay-coated paper.
Contemporary Artwork
What a fantastic watercolor art print highlighting the classic chevron pattern. I'd choose a white frame and white mat to make the colorful ziggy print pop off the wall.
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Spot more zig zags in home designs
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Spot more zig zags in home designs
Tips for adding a little chevron in your décor:
- The chevron pattern is also called herringbone when used in in interiors. You can even find that classic zigzag pattern in hardwood floors (mostly in Europe) and in some older homes in the U.S.
Chevron is definitely a pattern that commands attention. I scouted more chevron designs for the home used in many different wow ways. Take a look: