Cool dove-grey woven swatch with fine darker chevrons and a lightly textured surface

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Mark Alexander

Breaker Dove

Name: Breaker Dove
Brand: Mark Alexander

Breaker Dove is a cool dove-grey woven textile patterned with fine, closely packed chevrons. Its pale ground and darker grey zigzags create a quiet, tactile graphic effect.

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About this fabric

The swatch shows a cool, pale dove-grey ground, with darker grey threads forming repeated V-shaped chevrons across the surface. The small-scale zigzag has a softly broken, woven edge rather than a sharp printed finish, giving the pattern gentle depth. Its even mid-weight appearance makes it suitable for both upholstery and drapery. No composition, width or performance figures are supplied for this colourway, so the image is the guide to its texture and scale.

How to use it

Use the restrained dove-grey tone on an occasional chair, headboard or relaxed curtain, pairing it with chalky whites, warm oak and soft taupes. The fine chevron adds subtle movement without overwhelming a calm neutral room.

Pair this cool dove grey with warm neutrals or use it to soften stronger geometric accents.

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