Silver-grey textile with ivory dotted scrolling motifs and fine vertical slub texture

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Mark Alexander

Cartouche Tay

Name: Cartouche Tay
Brand: Mark Alexander

Cartouche Tay brings a cool silver-grey ground together with an intricate ivory dotted pattern of curling leaves and scrolls. The fine vertical texture beneath the design gives this Mark Alexander textile a softly tactile, woven appearance.

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About this fabric

The colourway is led by a muted silver-grey base, with the pale ivory motif standing out clearly without becoming stark. Repeating leafy forms, curled tendrils and small spiral details create a measured, medium-scale surface pattern. Fine vertical striations are visible through the ground, adding gentle tonal depth and catching the light differently across the weave. No performance features are noted for this fabric.

How to use it

Use Cartouche Tay where its cool grey tone can temper warmer furnishings, such as an upholstered occasional chair, relaxed curtains or a decorative cushion. Natural wood, chalky whites and charcoal accents will reinforce its quietly graphic character.

Pair the cool silver-grey ground with warm ivory, charcoal or natural timber for a balanced scheme.

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