Smoky mid-grey velvet swatch with subtle vertical nap variation and soft sheen

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Mark Alexander

Madison Smoke

Name: Madison Smoke
Brand: Mark Alexander

Madison Smoke is a restrained smoky-grey velvet with a softly shifting surface. Fine vertical changes in the pile catch the light subtly, giving the plain face quiet depth rather than a flat block of colour.

muted smoky grey plain none smart upholstery

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About this fabric

This swatch is catalogued as Velvet and has the dense, softly brushed appearance associated with that type of cloth. Its mid-grey tone leans cool and smoky, with lighter and darker threads creating a gently clouded effect across the surface. The nap produces delicate vertical movement, visible when the light travels over the fabric, while the lack of a printed motif keeps the overall look calm and architectural. No performance features are noted for this fabric.

How to use it

Use Madison Smoke on a sofa, headboard or occasional chair where its cool grey depth can balance warm timber, pale stone and softly coloured textiles. Its understated variation also works well in tonal grey schemes without feeling stark.

Use this softly textured smoky-grey velvet to bring depth and quiet sophistication to upholstered seating.

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