Pale linen floral fabric with muted old blue blossoms and taupe-grey leaves

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Colefax and Fowler

Casimir Old Blue

Name: Casimir Old Blue
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4235-02

Casimir Old Blue shows a delicate floral trail in washed old blue, greyed taupe and soft cream on a warm ivory ground. The pattern feels airy and traditional, with the blue notes kept gentle rather than bright.

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About this fabric

This Colefax and Fowler fabric is 100% linen, with a width of approx. 137cm and a vertical repeat of 73cm in a half-drop layout, plus an approx. horizontal repeat of 91cm. The linen ground gives the design a lightly textured, relaxed surface that suits the soft, painterly handling of the floral motifs. In this colourway the blue is muted and antique-looking, leaning more powdery than fresh, while the stems and leafwork sit in taupe-grey for a quietly layered effect. It has enough presence for curtains or upholstery where a classic pattern is wanted without heavy contrast.

How to use it

Pair this old blue with painted timber, pale oak and chalky neutrals to keep the room light and composed. It works especially well in a sitting room or bedroom where the muted blue flowers can add pattern without overpowering the space.

Use it for tailored curtains or refined upholstery where the pale blue reads calm rather than stark.

Colefax and Fowler Colefax Classics II Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 + T 3
Composition: 100% Linen
Fire code: √BM
Pattern repeat: V 73cm (Half drop) / H 91cm approx
Width: 137cm approx

Specification as published by Colefax and Fowler. 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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