Vertical striped Theodore fabric with tomato red medallions and blue-grey scrolls on a pale ground

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Colefax and Fowler

Theodore Tomato/Blue

Name: Theodore Tomato/Blue
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4676-03

Theodore FabricF4676-03

Theodore Tomato/Blue pairs a soft natural ground with repeated vertical bands of blue-grey scrollwork and tomato red medallions. The effect is rhythmic and tailored, with the warm red motifs standing out clearly against the lighter background.

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About this fabric

This Theodore colourway is a woven fabric in 70% linen and 30% viscose, with an approximate width of 130cm and a vertical repeat of 39cm and horizontal repeat of 65cm. The ground reads as a pale oat-beige linen tone, while the pattern alternates between dusty blue-grey scroll motifs and tomato red floral medallions with a small diamond centre. The overall look is crisp rather than heavy, with enough body for upholstery and enough drape for window treatment use. The colour balance feels fresh and classic, with the cooler blue-grey softening the brighter red so the design stays smart rather than brash.

How to use it

Its stripe-like layout works well on statement chairs, pelmets, or full-length curtains where the repeat can run cleanly. Pair the tomato and blue tones with chalky neutrals, painted wood in soft grey, or warm timber to keep the scheme balanced.

Use it where the crisp stripe and warm tomato accents can bring life to pale upholstery or tailored curtains.

Colefax and Fowler Theodore Fabric

Specification

Care code: Q 8 + T 3
Composition: 70% Linen, 30% Viscose
Fire code: √BM
Pattern repeat: V 39cm / H 65cm approx
Width: 130cm 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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