Twärstrimmigt

Twärstrimmigt is a Swedish term that translates roughly to "cross-striped" or "transversely striped." It is often used in the context of textiles and describes a pattern where stripes run perpendicular to the main weave or the longest dimension of the fabric. This contrasts with "längsgående strimmigt" (longitudinally striped), where stripes run parallel to the longest dimension. The visual effect of twärstrimmigt can vary greatly depending on the width of the stripes, their colors, and the material of the fabric. It is a common design element found in clothing, upholstery, and other decorative fabrics. The direction of the stripes can influence the perceived shape of the wearer or the object being upholstered, with twärstrimmigt sometimes having a broadening or shortening effect. The term is descriptive and primarily used to identify a specific visual characteristic of a patterned material.