Black fabric swatch with gold elephant motif and subtle textured print

Porter & Stone

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Porter & Stone

Elephant Noir

Name: Elephant Noir
Brand: Porter & Stone

Serengeti Fabric

Elephant Noir pairs a near-black ground with a softly metallic elephant motif that reads bold and atmospheric in the swatch. The print feels graphic but slightly worn, giving the design a moody, luxurious edge.

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See this fabric on Porter & Stone's own site, then order it through us.

About this fabric

This fabric is from the Serengeti collection by Porter & Stone and is made from 50% Polyester 50% Viscose, with a width of 140cm and a 44cm pattern repeat. In this colourway, the elephants sit against a deep black background, while the motif catches the light in a muted gold tone that is more restrained than bright. The drawn texture of the elephants gives the surface a layered, tactile look, and the contrast keeps the pattern clearly visible without feeling sharp. It has a rich, dramatic presence that works well when you want the design detail to emerge slowly rather than dominate a room at first glance.

How to use it

Use Elephant Noir where you want a dark, grounded palette with a luxurious accent, such as an upholstered accent chair, cushion panels, or elegant curtains. It pairs well with smoked wood, brass, and warm neutrals that echo the gold-toned outline in the print.

Use it as a statement on an occasional chair or dramatic curtains for a rich, low-lit finish.

Porter & Stone Serengeti Fabric

Specification

Care: NQT1<
Composition: 50% Polyester 50% Viscose
Pattern repeat: 44cm
Width: 140cm

Specification as published by Porter & Stone. 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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