calamanco
/ˌkæləˈmæŋkoʊ/
noun
- A glossy, woolen fabric with a checkered or striped pattern, used historically for clothing and upholstery.
- In the 18th century, calamanco was a popular material for men's waistcoats.
- The antique chair was upholstered in a faded calamanco fabric.
- She found a remnant of calamanco at a vintage textile shop and used it to make a small pillow.