A Houndstooth History Lesson
Houndstooth isn’t just a pattern; it’s a heritage. While variations have existed for centuries, the contemporary style was born in the Scottish Lowlands, likely sometime in the 1800s. This distinctive broken check pattern has journeyed far beyond. Originally a robust fabric for outerwear, it was co-opted, like many things, by British aristocracy for sporting wear—think country estates and brisk walks with hunting dogs. Houndstooth graduated from purely functional cloth to a bona fide style statement. It retains that air of classic sophistication with just a hint of rebellious charm, proving that some patterns are not merely trends, but enduring hallmarks of good taste.