What types of geometric designs appeared in Micronesian art and clothing?

Throughout the Micronesian cultural region, decorative detail is primarily geometric, characterized by bands of solid color and rows of triangles in various patterns. These designs are consistent across different media, including carving, weaving, and tattooing.1

In terms of clothing and textiles, geometric patterning is prominent:

• Woven garments: Throughout the Caroline Islands, banana and hibiscus fibers were woven into items such as loincloths and sashes, featuring geometric designs that mirrored those found in other traditional arts.1
• Armor: In Kiribati, warriors wore protective suits woven from sennit and embroidered with human hair in geometric patterns.1
• Mats: In the Marshall Islands, pandanus and coconut strips were plaited into mats worn as clothing. These were decorated with borders of checks, stripes, and rectilinear designs, which served as indicators of social rank and sanctity.1

Additionally, architectural elements and canoes in western Micronesia often featured black-and-white triangular patterns.1