Tweed, a category which represents several fabrics of medium-to-heavy weight, is rougher in surface texture and produced in a great variety of colors and weave effects. The wide range of modified twill weaves includes herringbones, diamonds, chevrons, cross twills, and checks, along with striped and heather effects in many tones and hues. Stable and hard-wearing apparel items are made in tweed such as sporting coats and suits.