Smoky taupe Silken Doe swatch with a softly brushed, vertically shaded surface

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Mark Alexander

Silken Doe

Silken Doe has a smoky mushroom-taupe appearance, with the light revealing a softly brushed surface and subtle vertical variation across the cloth. Its quiet tonal depth shifts from deeper brown-grey to a lighter taupe where the pile catches the light.

warm mushroom taupe plain none luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

The surface appears densely brushed, with fine vertical striations and a velvety-looking nap that gives the otherwise plain fabric gentle movement. This Doe colourway sits between warm grey and muted brown, creating a grounded, low-contrast finish rather than a crisp beige or cool grey. The darker upper area and lighter lower area visible in the swatch show how the pile changes with the direction of light. No performance features are noted in the supplied specification for this fabric.

How to use it

Use this warm mushroom-taupe colourway on a tailored armchair, sofa or headboard where its softly shaded pile can add depth without introducing a visible pattern. Pair it with chalky neutrals, dark timber and aged metal for a restrained, cocooning scheme.

Its warm mushroom-taupe tone and softly brushed pile bring subdued depth to upholstered seating and occasional pieces.

Mark Alexander Silken Fabric

Specification

Composition: 46% Cotton 33% Silk 12% Mohair 9% Polyester
Width: 140 cms (55.1 ")
Rub test (Martindale): 10,000 Careful Domestic
Suitable for: Curtains And Drapes, Upholstery
Style: Plain / Solid
Aftercare: Do Not Bleach, Consult Specialist Dry Cleaner, Do Not Tumble Dry, Do Not Iron, Do Not Machine Or Hand Wash
Environmental: REACH Compliant, PFAS Free
Product type: Silk / Silk blend, Velvet
Sample size: 15.5cm x 15.5cm
Wyzenbeek: 40,000

Specification as published by Mark Alexander. 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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To sit quietly behind it

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To stand against it

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