Chevron twill weave

A twill weave that reverses rib direction in V-shaped bands—producing zigzag chevrons distinct from continuous herringbone fishbone repeats and broken-twill checks.

How to recognize it

Chevron twill shows V-shaped zigzag ribs where twill direction reverses in bands—not the elongated fishbone of herringbone.

Four-point check teeth suggest broken twill houndstooth. Single-direction ribs indicate standard twill.

Origin and history

Herringbone pattern and chevron twill share reversed twill direction logic.[1] Commons herringbone diagrams illustrate chevron meeting points.[2] Twill references group chevron variants with directional reversal weaves.[3]

Coating mills wove chevron twill for graphic winter cloth when herringbone felt too conservative.[1] 1970s wide-lapel jackets revived bold chevron ribs in wool blends.[1] Chevron twill differs from houndstooth broken-twill checks.[2]

Today chevron twill weave appears in coats, skirts, and upholstery in wool, cotton, and polyester.[1][2] Pair chevron coats with plain knit scarves.[2] When V-shaped zigzag ribs reverse twill in bands—chevron twill weave applies.[3]

Where it is used

Winter coats, statement skirts, upholstery, and graphic suiting separates.[1]

What is worn now

Editorial styling suggestions from MsDressly—not strict rules.

Chevron twill adds movement—keep accessories minimal.[2] Grey chevron reads heritage; bold chevron reads retro.[1]

How it differs

Herringbone is elongated fishbone chevrons. Broken twill makes check teeth. Reverse twill is single-direction.[1]

Expression and impression

Chevron twill reads dynamic, wintery, and graphic. Wide chevron reads 1970s revival.

Common questions

Chevron twill vs herringbone? Chevron is shorter V-bands; herringbone is elongated fishbone.[1]

Chevron twill vs broken twill? Broken twill makes checks; chevron reverses rib direction.[1]

Is chevron twill only wool? Also cotton and synthetics.[2]

Sources

  1. Herringbone pattern . Wikipedia Reversed twill chevrons related to chevron and reverse twill structures.
  2. File:Herringbone.jpg . Wikimedia Commons Herringbone twill chevron diagram; public domain.
  3. Twill . Wikipedia Diagonal rib weave family including serge, gabardine, denim, and cavalry twill.

September 19, 2026