Coriandoli — confetti, in Italian — is an exceptional velvet embroidered to resemble a scattering of multicoloured sequins, transporting the cloth straight into the festive, magical atmosphere of the Venice carnival. The doubling of riches is the point: velvet's depth beneath, embroidered sparkle above. It is a fabric in fancy dress, made with complete seriousness — which is, of course, the Venetian way.
