Close-up of inky navy woven fabric with white and grey horizontal flecks

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Lelievre

Sorgho - Encre

Name: Sorgho - Encre
Brand: Lelievre
SKU: 3249-09

Sorgho - Encre is a richly textured, inky-blue weave with tightly packed horizontal flecks. Against the dark navy ground, white and pale grey threads flash through the surface, giving the swatch a lively, atmospheric depth.

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About this fabric

The close-up reveals an irregular, broken stripe effect rather than a formal repeated motif, with dark navy, charcoal and black threads interspersed with chalky white and cool grey. Its dense, nubby surface reads as substantial and upholstery-led, while the uneven yarn placement keeps the finish tactile and informal. The Encre colourway is cool and deep, with the lighter threads creating a salt-and-pepper contrast that prevents the blue from appearing flat. No performance features are noted in the supplied specification for this fabric.

How to use it

Pair this cool inky navy with pale timber, soft grey and brushed metal for a considered contemporary scheme. It also works well on a statement chair or sofa where the broken light flecks can be appreciated at close range.

Use this deep, cool blue weave to bring graphic texture and quiet contrast to tailored upholstery.

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