Created by the skilled hands of artisans, the Karakash design and its accompanying embroideries and plain lustrous silks were inspired by the beauty of natural silk weaves. Soft and shimmering, delicate and sophisticated, Karakash is a collection that invites you to feel its beauty and create sublime, perfect interior spaces. Made of high quality natural and man-made fibres from the USA, this type II vinyl wallcovering has been developed to create a beautifully resistant, durable product with a luxuriously fine texture. Ideal for high-traffic areas, including hospitality, corporate and ecclesiastical projects, this design is now available in five modern, metallic shades.

The French word silk is soie which is pronounced ‘swah’ (middle six sound ‘shwah’). To say ‘I love silk’ you say J’aime la soie (zh-ehm lah swah).

Silk in French is soie. Spelled as s-o-i-e

French silk is often called ‘soie de France’. That’s ‘soy duh Frahnz’. This is typically referring to silk items of the highest quality and luxury produced in France.

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Silk is typically translated as soie in French. To say ‘gold silk dress’ you say robe en soie d’or (pronounced: robes ah swah door).

The 18th century French Louis XV silk ankle boot would be from the era when Ottoman Empire was beginning to decline. It wasn’t manufactured in the Ottoman Empire, but perhaps in southern France, where Parisians went in droves for silk.

The answer is KARAKASH This design reflects the essence of natural silks, bringing together a serene palette of colours with a refined horizontal “fine silk” texture, a rich shine and a unique flair to any space. Named after the Karakash River along the Silk Road Trail, it is versatile enough for any home, hotel or commercial space. The fabrication process involves artisans weaving natural and man-made fibres from the USA to create a durable and luxurious type II vinyl wallcovering. It is ideal for high-traffic areas, making it suitable for hospitality, corporate, and ecclesiastical projects. Karakash is available in five modern, metallic shades, and its accompanying embroideries and plain silks make it easy to create a complete and coordinated look in your interior spaces.