Chalky blue brushstrokes form irregular ivory shapes on a speckled outdoor fabric

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Harlequin

Enigmatic Sky/First Light

Name: Enigmatic Sky/First Light
Brand: Harlequin
SKU: HAF0556-01

Enigmatic Sky/First Light pairs a cool, chalky blue ground pattern with an ivory background, forming irregular rounded shapes through broad, expressive brushstrokes. Fine blue speckling and distressed marks keep the colourway tactile and painterly rather than flat.

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About this fabric

This Harlequin Indoor Outdoor Prints fabric has a 220 gsm weight and is specified for outdoor use, making it a practical mid-weight choice for both upholstery and drapery applications. The design is built from large, uneven blue brush bands that frame softly squared ivory openings, with broken edges and scattered flecks visible throughout the print. Its cool blue reads muted and lightly weathered against the warm-bright ivory ground, giving the pattern an airy First Light quality without losing visual depth. The fabric has a 139 cm usable width, with a 58 cm vertical repeat and a 139 cm horizontal repeat.

How to use it

Use the chalky blue and ivory colourway on outdoor seat cushions, relaxed occasional chairs or simple curtains, pairing it with pale timber, natural rope and quiet blue-grey accents. The ivory openings can help lighten a deeper blue or charcoal scheme while the brushwork adds movement.

Use this chalky blue outdoor print on relaxed upholstery, cushions or casual curtains where its ivory ground can brighten the scheme.

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Specification

Horizontal repeat: 139 cm
Standard length: 35 m
Usable width: 139 cm
Vertical repeat: 58 cm
Weight: 220 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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