Hidden Red on Black, Sleek Ikat Silk from Japan By the Yard, #148 Unique in a tiny spot

in a tiny spot

from the bolt

There's no color cast -  in reality the red-orange and black have high contrast together

beach wraps

Hidden Red on Black, Sleek Ikat Silk from Japan By the Yard, #148 Unique in a tiny spotThe black is soooo prominent that it nearly hides the bright red design. The closer you get, the more visible the red is, but it's never anywhere near strong or typical. The first 5 photos are a pretty good depiction of how well the black hides the red. The last 5 photos are adjusted so that you can better see the design. This silk is elegant, thin and light, shiny and sleek on both sides. It's finely woven, a bit crisp, with slight body. Both sides