Short answer
Houndstooth is a two-tone broken-check pattern from the Scottish Lowlands. Choose small scale (1-3mm) for business, larger (5-10mm) for statement pieces.
What houndstooth actually is
A duotone textile pattern of broken checks, woven so the two colours overlap at the edges.
Scale matters more than colour
Small houndstooth reads as texture — safe for business. Large reads as statement — best for overcoats.
How Bonturberg offers houndstooth
Choose houndstooth as your weave at the fitting, paired with your preferred fibre and weight.
Questions people actually ask
Is houndstooth still in style?+
Yes — small-scale houndstooth is a timeless business texture.
What colours work for houndstooth?+
Navy-and-white, brown-and-cream and grey-and-black are the most versatile.
Can I get houndstooth in made-to-measure?+
Yes — houndstooth is one of the weave options at the Bonturberg fitting.