Motif
Harlequin
A repeating field of elongated diamonds arranged edge to edge.
Also searched as: harlequin diamond
Open the interactive guide ↗How it is made
Contrasting fills emphasize the diamond grid. The layout can be printed or constructed with colored textile elements.
How to recognize it
The units are tall lozenges rather than upright squares.
Common uses
- Costume
- Decorative cushions
- Fashion prints
What to distinguish
Argyle adds a fine crossing-line layer; a simple harlequin repeat need not include one. The motif does not specify fabric weight or weave.
Sources & further reading
Research checked 2026-09-27. Descriptions are original summaries; references support terminology and construction, not every product sold under a name.