I had some of this linen earlier this year, and it was a best seller! This is a really cool fabric that is coated on the reverse. Yes - you read that correctly. The face is a deep eggplant, and the reverse is coated with a pale blue, that gives a heathered effect under the purple. It is beyond gorgeous! You can use it in garments where the wrong side shows, and as you wash it, it will develop even more visual interest. This is great for pants, skirts, jackets and light coats. It's also really cool for home dec projects!