Ivory First Light fabric with taupe chevrons and fine paprika vertical lines

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Harlequin

Suisai Taupe/Paprika/First Light

Name: Suisai Taupe/Paprika/First Light
Brand: Harlequin
SKU: HAF0574-03

Suisai Taupe/Paprika/First Light combines a pale First Light ground with softly shaded taupe chevrons and fine paprika accents. In the swatch, the low-contrast palette gives the vertical geometric weave a calm, lightly warmed appearance.

pale taupe with paprika geometric small smart upholstery

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About this fabric

This 479gsm fabric has a substantial woven handle suited to upholstery. Its 135cm usable width is filled with tightly spaced vertical chevrons, creating a narrow, rhythmic geometric texture rather than a broad-scale motif. Pale taupe zigzags soften into the creamy First Light ground, while slender paprika-coloured lines add warmth without making the colourway feel saturated. With 86 threads per cm and a 17cm horizontal repeat, the finely detailed pattern reads as a continuous vertical design across a chair, bench or sofa.

How to use it

Use this pale taupe colourway to upholster a tailored armchair or banquette where its fine chevrons can add texture without dominating the room. Pair the First Light ground with warm ivory and natural timber, then pick up the restrained paprika accents in a cushion or small decorative detail.

A substantial woven chevron with a softly warm, low-contrast palette for tailored upholstery.

Harlequin Idyllic Fabrics Fabric

Specification

Horizontal repeat: 17 cm
Standard length: 0 m
Threads per cm: 86
Usable width: 135 cm
Vertical repeat: 0 cm
Weight: 479 gsm

Specification as published by Harlequin. 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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