Muted violet plain fabric swatch with dusty taupe and beige tonal speckling

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J Brown

Modena Violet

Modena Fabric13930

Modena Violet reads as a softly weathered violet with mauve and taupe undertones, giving the plain surface a quiet, lived-in depth. The finish catches the light unevenly, so the colour shifts from dusky plum to a paler, brushed-linen look across the swatch.

soft mauve violet plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

Part of the Modena collection by J Brown, this plain fabric is made from 100% polyester and specified for contract use, with an impressive 80,000 Martindale rating. The swatch shows a muted violet base softened by brown-grey and beige highlights, creating a dusty, tonal surface rather than a bright purple. Its visibly textural, lightly speckled appearance gives the colourway extra warmth and movement, making it feel more sophisticated than flat or primary purple. After care is professional dry clean in situ or washable at 40°C, and it is supplied back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, with other treatments available on request.

How to use it

This restrained violet works well on a statement chair, banquette or ottoman where the colour can read as elegant rather than bold. Pair it with warm neutrals, smoked oak and soft metallic accents to echo the fabric’s taupe-lit undertones.

Use for tailored upholstery schemes where the muted violet tone can add depth without overpowering.

J Brown Modena Fabric

Specification

Composition: 100% Polyester
Designs in the collection: 92
Rub test (Martindale): 80,000 rubs
Suitable for: Contract
Style: Plains
Fire rating: Supplied Back coated to Cigarette & Match to BS5852, other treatments are available upon request.
Aftercare: Professional Dry Clean In situ or Washable @ 40°C, please refer to the pattern book for further care instructions

Specification as published by J Brown. 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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Paint that goes with it

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