Argyle (pattern)
An argyle pattern consists of diamond-shaped , chessboard-like blocks, usually with crossed stripes in a contrasting color. The overlapping motifs lead to a three-dimensional appearance.
The pattern has its origin in the tartan of the Clan Campbell from Argyll . The pattern became popular after the end of the First World War , primarily through knitwear from the Pringle of Scotland company , which Edward VIII , who was very influential in fashion at the time, liked to wear to play golf.
In Germany the pattern is best known for socks from the Burlington brand , which also uses a stylized Argyle pattern in its logo.
The Garmin-Cervélo cycling team uses an argyle pattern for its jerseys. The cabaret artist and musician Olaf Schubert appears in an Argyle tank top .