Soft stone-grey plain woven fabric with a fine linen-like texture

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Ashley Wilde

Bronte Hessian

Bronte Hessian is a quietly textured plain in a soft warm stone shade, with a subtle woven surface that reads calm and natural in the light.

soft warm stone plain none relaxed drapery

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About this fabric

This colourway has a muted beige-grey cast, landing between stone and hessian rather than reading as a flat beige. The visible weave gives the surface a fine linen-like texture, with gentle variation that softens the overall look. It is specified as drapes only, and the 140cm width makes it a practical choice for window treatments. With a composition of 68% recycled polyester and 32% polyester, it offers a contemporary textile feel while keeping the appearance understated and versatile.

How to use it

Use Bronte Hessian for floor-length curtains, relaxed Roman blinds, or layered sheers where a quiet neutral is needed. Its soft stone tone sits especially well with oak, chalky paint colours, and pale upholstery.

A calm neutral that works beautifully for understated curtains and soft layering.

Ashley Wilde Darwin Collection Fabric

Specification

Composition: 68% Recycled Polyester, 32% Polyester
Width: 140 cm
Suitable for: Drapes Only
Style: Plains
Weight: 320 gsm
Weight (per linear metre): 448 g/m
Country of origin: India

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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