Bold Prints: Houndstooth

Houndstooth has gradually made its way from the fashion industry into home décor. Always the attention getter, houndstooth is a classic pattern that easily adapts to various seasons and can enhance everything from vintage to modern-looking spaces. Houndstooth is traditionally recognized in its bold black months and white palette during the fall and winter, but can now be found in an array of colors to coordinate and be stylized with all interior schemes. Depending on the scale, a houndstooth pattern can be very muted and quiet or bold and demanding. Small houndstooth prints are soft and charming, often relaying a vintage feel to accent pillows and blankets. Larger prints found on draperies or upholstery are more graphic, lively, and attention getting. The print can quickly add stylish and sophisticated flair to a bedroom. Accentuate your bedding with a houndstooth comforter, bedspread, or quilt for a classic look. Choose a traditional black and white pattern or pick bolder colors like red or yellow with white for an energetic, unconventional look. Coordinate with solid colored decorative pillows and throw blankets. Also, by placing black and white houndstooth cushions on antique chairs or vanity seats within the room, a classy, retro look can be achieved.