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Giovanni Black

Misc Fabric

Giovanni Black is a compact geometric fabric with a dark, tailored look and a tightly worked repeating diamond pattern. The charcoal black ground is lifted by fine grey outline detail, giving the design depth without bright contrast.

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About this fabric

This Porter & Stone fabric is composed of 61% viscose and 39% polyester, with a 140cm width and a 7.5cm pattern repeat. Visually, it has a smart charcoal-black ground with slender grey lines forming a neat nested diamond motif across the surface. The overall effect is matte and restrained rather than glossy, with the pattern sitting close together to create a dense, rhythmic finish. With no performance features noted, it is best considered for decorative upholstery projects where a compact geometric can add structure and contrast.

How to use it

Use Giovanni Black to sharpen a scheme with pale timber, grey upholstery, or warm metallic accents. Its dark, graphic repeat gives small stools, cushions, or occasional chairs a more tailored presence.

A crisp small-scale geometric that reads refined and works well on tailored upholstery or sleek accessories.

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