Grey fabric swatch with looping thistle-toned abstract line pattern

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Ashley Wilde

Valence Thistle

Name: Valence Thistle
Brand: Ashley Wilde
SKU: VALENCE

Valence Thistle has a cool grey ground lifted by a flowing pale motif that reads crisp and tailored from a distance. The repeating abstract linework gives the cloth a soft graphic rhythm rather than a heavy statement.

cool thistle grey geometric medium smart drapery

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See this fabric on Ashley Wilde's own site, then order it through us.

About this fabric

This fabric is woven in 100% polyester and is specified for drapes only, with a 140cm width and a substantial 315gsm weight. The design combines a charcoal-grey base with slender thistle-toned lines that create an elongated geometric/abstract repeat across the cloth. Its 25cm vertical and 22cm horizontal pattern repeats help the pattern feel orderly and architectural, while the contrast remains gentle rather than stark. Made in India, it has enough body to hang cleanly while still reading as a refined decorative textile.

How to use it

Use Valence Thistle for structured curtains, Roman blinds or layered drapes where the cool grey palette can sharpen pale walls and stone, timber or black finishes. It works especially well in modern interiors that want pattern without a loud colour hit.

The cool grey ground and pale pattern make this an easy, tailored choice for contemporary curtains.

Ashley Wilde Caversham Collection Fabric

Specification

Composition: 100% Polyester
Country of origin: India
Horizontal repeat: 22 cm
Style: Geometric / Abstract
Suitable for: Drapes Only
Vertical repeat: 25 cm
Weight: 225 gsm
Weight (per linear metre): 315 g/m
Width: 140 cm

Specification as published by Ashley Wilde. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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