The gingham check pattern, a timeless one brought back to the forefront

Gingham , the essential small-checked pattern, is making a comeback in our interiors, and Les pensionnaires are not missing out! It is establishing itself in the decorative landscape as the must-have of the season, a trendy , fresh and colorful pattern that will certainly bring a dose of good humor to our daily lives.

Let yourself be tempted by our gingham pieces in linen and cotton, light, durable, with pretty finishes , made in a material woven especially for us in the north of Portugal, what more could you ask for?

The history of Vichy, where does it come from?

Unsurprisingly, the gingham pattern is linked to the city of Vichy and is said to have appeared in the 19th century (and no , it's not a newborn!). It was initially a striped fabric, while it is now known for its checkered pattern . And despite its simple appearance, the gingham pattern is not an ordinary check, it is made up of a subtle play of contrasts between white checks, colored checks and half-tone checks.

Considered a cutting-edge pattern, it has gradually fallen into oblivion and (finally) returned to the forefront. A must-have for vintage decoration ! This slightly retro pattern can be combined with modernity in any room of your home.

The vich pattern on the bedroom side

It's impossible to ignore the gingham pattern in bed linen . In the bedroom, the gingham patterned comforter ( gingham bed foot , gingham quilt , we hesitated over its name!) is ideal for bringing softness and personality to a minimalist bedroom.

The boarders deliver you a gingham comforter in 3 exclusive colors : Hazelnut brown gingham, red gingham , and khaki green gingham, to bring a colorful touch to your bedrooms. Placed at the foot of your bed, it will change the entire decoration of your room!

Don't hesitate to take your gingham quilt out of your room and place it on the seat of your sofa, or on a brick bench, for example.

The gingham pattern in the service of tableware

The gingham pattern is a must-have for kitchen linen . Gingham tablecloth , gingham napkin , gingham placemat , discover this timeless textile by Les Pensionnaires to enhance your table decoration.

The gingham placemats (double thickness!) will give a boost to your meals, all in modernity and timelessness. Alone or on a gingham or plain tablecloth , this accessory is the little finishing touch to your tables. Each piece, half European linen - half organic cotton, is of incomparable quality.

For a very French, very chic picnic, bring your gingham tablecloth ! Wow effect guaranteed.

The irreplaceable and timeless red gingham pattern

The red gingham pattern is iconic. Give your feasts the perfect look with a set from our red gingham range , which we have revisited by making it rusty . Red gingham napkins , red gingham tablecloths , red gingham placemats will bring a chic French country style , effortless ... Red gingham, in our exclusive Rust : a bistro atmosphere to share a gourmet moment and to brighten up your table.

This timeless and Frenchy small-check pattern will therefore infuse your interior with French charm , season after season.