From enhancing and filtering natural light to completing the look and feel of your home, here’s how to give your windows star treatment
Modern graphic
By using fabric with a bold graphic design for your curtains you can create a dramatic focal point in an otherwise plain room scheme. Choose a design that features mostly neutral or monochrome tones with one accent colour to give this look longevity. Try using a large-scale print for the curtains, then echo this with complementary cushions in a smaller scale graphic design, to help tie the scheme together.
Stripes
Striped curtains are a classic choice that never go out of fashion, and they can help to make your room feel larger. Curtains with vertical stripes add the illusion of height in a room with a low ceiling, while horizontal stripes can make a narrow window feel wider. For a twist on the classic, opt for stripes of varying widths.
Boho
Take inspiration from tribal patterns, Ikat weaves and Asian block prints to give your curtains a boho look that will stand the test of time. Choose from swirling Indian paisley designs, which are ideal in a bedroom, or Moroccan tile-inspired motifs, which look great in living rooms. If you’re not a fan of bold prints, consider subtler woven designs, or choose curtains with handcrafted macramé or fringed headings.
All in the details
High-end designers love the way beautiful trimmings elevate plain curtains. Tassels or bullion fringing are classic choices that work with both traditional and modern prints and weaves. For a contemporary look, go for an oversize
