Gingham pattern: how to embrace this interior design trend in 2023

Gingham is slowly but surely taking over our kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms. And we confess โ€“ weโ€™re crushing on this timeless criss-cross pattern, from checkered crockery to fun furniture.

But what’s not to love? It’s a classic pattern which oozes timeless glamour when chosen in black and white. But if you are colour confident, these micro squares in vibrant or pastel palettes are a guaranteed mood-booster. Gingham can help you achieve anything from a modern-rustic look or a stylish scheme with a retro feel to a luxurious aesthetic with a classic touch.

We’ve gathered our favourite decorating ideas for the three most important rooms in the home, and collated a shopping edit right at the end to help you get the look โ€“ keep your eyes peeled.

Get your screenshot button ready and let’s explore how you can embrace this trend in your home…

How to welcome the gingham pattern in your kitchen

Why not revive your kitchen with the help of glazed tableware, lavish lighting solutions, and pretty gingham textiles dunked in bright hues? What’s more, patterned tablecloths and napkins are an easy update for any spring or summer dining table setup. Pair them with ornate, whimsical crockery and natural textures such as jute and rattan to boast a cottagecore aesthetic.

Yellow gingham tablecloth and banquette seating in bright dining room
Frilly Woodhouse check tablecloth in Mustard, ยฃ175, Tori Murphy.
Patterned tablecloth and napkins in white and blue on a wood dining table
Teal Gingham linen tablecloth napkins, ยฃ140, Sophie Allport.
Timeless dining room with gingham flooring and striped tablecloth
Wall paint in Terre Verte, ยฃ55.95 for 2.5 litres; Chalk paint inโ€ฏAthenian Black,โ€ฏfrom ยฃ6.95 for 120ml, and Ticking fabric in Graphite,โ€ฏยฃ34.95 per m, all from Annie Sloan.
country-style kitchen with rattan chairs, patterned tablecloth, white units and wood worktops
Eric cane chair, ยฃ160; Feliz rattan dining chair in Light Wood, ยฃ275; Conical ceramic table lamp, ยฃ55, and Checked tablecloth, ยฃ25, all from Habitat. Available from May.
retro dining room with patterned wallpaper in lavender shades, wood table and amber chairs
Picnic In The Park in Blueberry, ยฃ43 per roll, Lust Home.
cottagecore dining room with cabbage-shaped plates and bowls and natural flowers in glass vases
Chocolate Brown gingham spring table, from ยฃ189 for the tablecloth, Rebecca Udall.
modern rustic kitchen with blue units, gingham tablecloth and blinds, metro tiles, chrome tap, and wood furniture
Gingham fabric in Seafoam on the blinds, ยฃ130 per m, and Faye fabric in brown on the table, ยฃ126 per m, Cathy Nordstroฬˆm. Photography: Fanny Radvik.

Ideas for your bedroom

In your sleep space, opt for seating solutions such as armchairs or footstools adorned with micro squares. Take your scheme one step further and dress your bed in the latest linen and accent cushions wrapped in vibrant gingham patterns, which come in a variety of shapes and sizes.

gingham bedding in a calming bedroom with plaster and art on the walls
Honey Linen bedtime bundle, ยฃ269, Piglet in Bed.
calming bedroom design with metal-frame bed and gingham bedding
Natural gingham linen bedding bundle, from ยฃ249, Chalk Pink Linen Company.
blue bedroom with white bedding and blue cushions
Limited Edition Night Owl gingham coverless duvet, from ยฃ60, The Fine Bedding Company.

Brighten up your bathroom

To embrace the look, mix and match monochromatic tiles and nail the chequerboard-style flooring. For a bathroom refresh, and to indulge in the little luxuries, choose gingham patterned towels in sunny shades and comfortable bath rugs โ€“ the perfect finishing touches.

colourful bathroom design with blue and white tiles on the floor and wall with a red freestanding bath
Maroc porcelain tiles in Aquamarine and Bianco, ยฃ89.35 per sq m each, Caโ€™ Pietra.
gingham towels on hooks in a green bathroom
Gingham bath towels in Mist (left) and Pollen (right), ยฃ15 for a bath towel each, John Lewis.

Shopping edit

If you’re a fan of gingham pattern, we’ve gathered some of our favourite solutions. Be it a black and white lamp for your bedside table, a colourful cup for your morning coffee, or a tactile rug for your ensuite, there are plenty of products to help you get the look.

Shopping cart at the ready!

gingham products
1. Society of Wonderers Lavender Fizz full ruffle cushion cover, ยฃ55, Antipodream. 2. Mackenzie-Childs Courtly check mini enamel pedestal platter, ยฃ144 for a small, David Shuttle. 3. 4. Coral gingham mug, ยฃ13, Quince & Cook. 5. Vaisselle Exclusive Buttercup butter dish in white and Pistachio, ยฃ50, The Conran Shop. 6. Black check table lamp, ยฃ90, Five And Dime. 7. Ferm Living Blue Cream Mara checked knotted rug, ยฃ485 for a large, Rose & Grey. 8. Ottilie cushion in Rose, ยฃ75, French Bedroom. 9. Lilac gingham wooden serving tray, ยฃ25, Talking Tables.

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