Deep aubergine corduroy with closely spaced vertical ribs and a subtle matte sheen

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Kirkby Design

Cord Fr Crib 5 Aubergine

Name: Cord Fr Crib 5 Aubergine
Brand: Kirkby Design

Cord Fr Crib 5 Aubergine is a richly coloured cord fabric with closely spaced vertical ribs running consistently across the surface. Its dark plum-burgundy tone reads deep and enveloping, while the ribbed pile creates subtle tonal movement.

deep aubergine burgundy textured none relaxed upholstery

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About this fabric

This Cordfr colourway has a dense, fine-wale texture and a deep aubergine shade that sits close to burgundy in the darker areas. Narrow highlights along the raised ribs give the surface gentle definition without introducing a separate pattern. The overall effect is moody, tactile and substantial, making the fabric particularly suited to upholstered forms. The supplied record identifies it as a Fabric from Kirkby Design’s Cordfr collection; no composition, width, rub-test figures or performance features are provided.

How to use it

Use the dark aubergine tone on an armchair, sofa or headboard where its vertical ribbing can add texture to a plain scheme. Pair it with warm timber, aged brass and soft neutrals to balance its deep plum-burgundy colour.

Use this deep aubergine cord to bring rich colour and tactile vertical texture to upholstered seating.

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